The Best Woodburners

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

Fortunately, the latest stoves are built with the EcoDesign directive in mind. So you can enjoy a warm and cozy home, and not break your environmental commitments.

1. Ekol Edge

The Ekol Edge is a simple-looking wood burner that doesn't scrimp on performance. It's a fantastic choice for people who live in smoke-free areas, since it comes with ClearSkies Level 5 credentials. This means that it can be used to burn dry and seasoned wood burner stoves logs as well as approved solid fuels. Its high heat output also makes it a great option for larger spaces, and the generous glass firebox provides a stunning view of your flames.

It has a modern wood stoves for Sale steel frame that allows it to be incorporated into traditional inglenooks and freestanding areas. It is equipped with an air wash system that keeps the glass clean and prevents soot accumulation. The stove is extremely efficient, meaning that it carries a large portion of the heat generated to your home instead of being directed up the chimney.

The recent criticism of wood burners has increased, because it was shown that they may contribute to the creation of microscopic sooty particles known as PM2.5. These particles have been linked to lung and heart issues. Newer models that comply with the Eco design Regulations will be less likely to generate these sooty particles. They are just a small wood burning stove for shed portion of the overall pollution generated by burning fossil fuels such as gas and coal, however there is no doubt that wood burners are the primary source of this pollution.

It is important to choose the appropriate wood for your stove to ensure the highest efficiency of heat and combustion. There are a variety of outdoor wood burning cookers that can be burned, including eucalyptus, ash, hazel and beech. Eucalyptus is a good choice since it burns quickly and offers a great deal of heat, but it requires to be and properly seasoned. Beech is a great alternative, but it's hard to manage due to its thorns.

The Ekol Adept has been designed to handle the upcoming changes to regulations that were recently implemented as well as being Defra exempt and ClearSkies rated, which means that you can use it with approved fuels as 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 stove burners burning stoves are still popular despite the confusing directives that surround the use of these stoves. Some campaign groups have called for stricter regulations, and even a log burner ban. It's worth reading our guide on the pollution of stoves and regulations, before you shop for the latest multifuel or log fire.

Arada Stoves is one of the companies that is doing its part to keep woodburners in demand. They have launched an expanded version of their popular Holborn Multifuel/Wood Burning Stove. It's a DEFRA approved, SIA 2022 Ecodesign Ready stove with a large door glass, which gives you the best flame view and an airwash system to prevent soot build up.

This stove is easy to use, and has an output of 4.9kW. Its curved lines and classic style make it suitable for both traditional and modern style. This model is easily placed in smaller spaces because of its flat back design. It is also simple to install direct air systems on this model, which will increase the efficiency.

The stove also has an integrated ash dump which makes it simple to clear ashes and clean them up regularly. This helps reduce the risk of odours and dust getting out of the room. There are two types of flue adaptors, depending on your chimney type. It also comes with an wireless remote control.

As the debate rages about whether wood-burning stoves are beneficial to your health, we can all agree that they provide a beautiful ambiences in our homes. It is important to think about the health risks of indoor air pollution and particulate matter. So, if you're going to have a woodburner installed, it is recommended that you keep the door shut when you're not working on the fire, and clean the stove to ensure the indoor air is as healthy as it can be.

3. Go Eco 5kW Plus

It's soothing to watch the flames flicker, and it can help lower blood pressure. However, it's not all positive news. Studies have shown that older stoves are dangerous due to the tiny particles of soot which can be absorbed into your respiratory system. This has resulted in new regulations being put in place and new log burners have to be able to meet the highest standards. This reduces the risk on creosote leakage, smoke build up and more importantly harmful gases like carbon monoxide.

New woodburners have to meet a new safety standard. The Go Eco 5kW Plus is a multi-fuel stove that meets, but surpasses the new standards, but also exceeds them. It has a widescreen glass viewing window that gives you the best view of your flame and is maintained clean by an air wash system that is powerful. This stove has an impressive energy efficiency of 80% and is DEFRA exempt, meaning it can be used in smoke controlled areas. It's also SIA Ecodesign ready, which means it already meets European restrictions on wood burning stove emissions which will take force in 2022.

This stove comes with a free air-ventilation kit. It is now easier to install than it has ever been. It's a durable unit that's made from high-quality steel. The finish is a classic matte black. It's easy-to-clean as the body has been coated with an enamel that wards off dirt.

The clearSkies label on this stove demonstrates that it has been independently tested and verified to be sustainable and efficient, this goes beyond the basic requirements set out by Ecodesign. This is one of only the stoves on our list that carry the entire five-star ClearSkies rating.

4. Chilli Penguin Defrost

A spirited Welsh brand, Chilli Penguin has become an established brand in the world of wood burners with a unique style that shouldn't be overlooked. They specialise in small contemporary wood burning stove do-it-all multi-fuel stoves that have achieved cult status thanks to their low flue-draught requirements, hotplate tops and integral ovens and a variety of sizes and features. This 4.7kW model is a prime example of their brand focus and also demonstrates that they are able to provide a superior product at a price that isn't too costly. This DEFRA approved woodburner is able to be used in Smoke Control Areas and is fully in compliance with the current emission limit of 5g/hr. It also has ClearSkies Level Five credentials. It's the ideal choice for those who don't know what the directive will be and want to be confident that their log burners will remain exempt from the smoke control regulations.