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The Best Woodburners

The relaxation, blood pressure-lowering benefits of a wood stove have been documented. But what about the microscopic sooty particles that they release into the air?

New stoves are designed to comply with the EcoDesign directive. This means you can enjoy a warm and cosy home, without breaking your environmental responsibilities.

1. Ekol Edge

The Ekol Edge is a simple-looking wood burner that doesn't scrimp on performance. It's a great option for those who live in smoke-free areas, since it has ClearSkies Level 5 certification. This means it can burn dry and seasoned wood logs or approved solid fuels. Its high heat output makes it a fantastic choice for large-sized rooms. The huge fire glass also allows you to enjoy the flames.

It is equipped with a modern steel frame that allows it to be incorporated into traditional inglenooks and freestanding situations. It features an air wash system that keeps the glass clean and stops the accumulation of soot. The stove is extremely efficient, meaning it transfers a large percentage of the heat generated to your home, instead of being emitted up the chimney.

Wood burners have come under a lot of criticism recently since it was proven that they contribute to microscopic sooty particles in the air called PM2.5 that has been linked with lung and heart problems. However, modern models that are made to conform to the Eco design Regulations are much less likely to create these particles. Wood burning stoves contribute to the pollution produced by burning fossil fuels like gas and coal.

It is crucial to select the appropriate wood for your stove to ensure the best small wood burning stove efficiency of heat and combustion. There are many types of wood that can be used for burning such as eucalyptus, ash, hazel and beech. Eucalyptus, which is fast-burning and also produces plenty of heat, is an excellent choice. However, it must be well-seasoned. Beech is another good choice, but its vicious thorns make it difficult to handle with protective gloves.

The Ekol Adept has been designed to cope with the upcoming changes in regulations that have been implemented as well as being Defra exempt and ClearSkies rated. This means you can use it with approved fuels so long as you follow the guidelines. It's a powerful, durable burner with a 10-Year Body Warranty and a sturdy construction. Its heating capabilities are also impressive.

2. Arada Holborn 5 Widescreen

Wood burning stoves continue to be popular despite the confusing regulations that surround them. Some campaign groups have pushed for tighter regulations and a log burner ban. It's worth reading our guide on the pollution of stoves and regulations prior to shopping for a new multifuel or log fire.

Arada Stoves is one company that is doing its part to keep woodburners in demand. They have launched an expanded version of their popular Holborn Multifuel/portable outdoor wood burning stove Burning Stove. It's a DEFRA approved, SIA 2022 Ecodesign Ready woodburner with a huge glass door that offers an amazing flame image. There's also an airwash system that stops soot build-up.

This stove is easy to use and has a a heat output rating of 4.9kW. Its curving lines and classic style make it suitable for modern or traditional style. The flat back design ensures it can be placed in shallower recesses and it's very easy to set up a direct air system with this model to increase the efficiency even more.

Another great aspect of this stove is the built in ash dump which makes it simple to clean and remove ashes on a regular basis and reduces the risk of odours and dust that escapes into the room. There are two flue adaptors (standard or pre-fabricated) depending on the chimney type you have, and it's available with an remote control.

As the debate rages about whether wood-burning stoves are beneficial to your health, we can all agree that they provide a wonderful ambience in our homes. It's important to consider the health consequences of indoor pollution and particulate matter. If you're planning to have a woodburner installed it is recommended you shut the door when you're not in the vicinity of the fire. Also, you should regularly clean out the stove to ensure that the air is as healthy as possible.

3. Go Eco 5kW Plus

A woodburner adds a lovely atmosphere to a room. it's not only relaxing to watch the flames flicker but it can also help to reduce blood pressure. However, it's not all positive news. Research has proven that older stoves are dangerous due to the tiny particles of soot which can be absorbed into your respiratory system. This has led to new regulations being put into place and new log burners must meet higher standards. This will reduce creosote and smoke leakage and more important, harmful gases such as carbon monoxide.

New woodburners must be in compliance with a new standard and this is where the Go Eco 5kW Plus stands out. This multi-fuel stove not only meets, but surpasses the new standards. The stove has a widescreen viewing glass that allows you to see the flames clearly. It is also kept clean thanks to the powerful air cleaning system. This stove boasts an impressive rating of 80% energy efficiency and is DEFRA exempt meaning that it is able to be used in smoke-free areas. It is also SIA Ecodesign-ready. This means that it is already in compliance with European emissions restrictions for wood-burning stoves which will be in place in 2022.

As if that wasn't enough this stove is supplied with an air venting kit for free, making it easier than ever to put it in place. It's a durable model made of premium steel. The finish is a classic matte black and it's easy to keep clean as the body is coated with an enamel that repels dirt and grime.

This stove comes with the clearSkies label, which signifies that it has been independently tested and verified as eco-friendly and efficient. This goes above and beyond the fundamental requirements of Ecodesign. This is one of only the stoves on our list to have the five-star clearSkies rating.

4. Chilli Penguin Defrost

A feisty Welsh brand, Chilli Penguin has become a big player in the wood burner stove for shed burner market with a distinctive style that shouldn't be overlooked. They specialize in small modern wood burning stoves, do-it-all multi-fuel stoves that have gained popularity due to their low flue-draught requirements integral ovens and hotplate tops and a variety of sizes and features. This 4.7kW model is a great illustration of their brand's focus and shows that they can provide a top-quality product at a price that's not too expensive. This DEFRA-approved woodburner can be used for use in Smoke Control Areas, and is fully compliant with the current emission limit of 5g/hr. It also comes with the level five ClearSkies certification. It's the perfect option for those who aren't sure what the future direction of the directive is and want to feel secure that their log burners will remain exempt from smoke control regulations.