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The Best Woodburners

Wood burners are believed to lower blood pressure and help relax. But what about the microscopic sooty particles they release into the air?

Luckily, new stoves are designed with the EcoDesign directive in the back of your mind. This means you can enjoy a warm, cozy home without breaking your environmental obligations.

1. Ekol Edge

The Ekol Edge is a simple-looking wood burner that doesn't scrimp on performance. It is a great choice for people who live in smoke-free areas, since it has ClearSkies Level 5 credentials. This means it can burn dry and seasoned wood logs or approved solid fuels. The high output of heat makes it a good option for larger spaces and the large fire glass offers a beautiful view of your flames.

It is constructed of modern steel, so it can be installed in both traditional inglenooks as well freestanding ones. It comes with an integrated air wash system that keeps the glass clear and helps prevent soot build-up. The stove is extremely efficient, meaning it transfers a large percentage of the heat it produces to your home, instead of going up the chimney.

Wood burners have been the subject of many criticisms in recent years since it was shown that they can contribute to tiny sooty particles in the air known as PM2.5 which has been linked to lung and heart issues. However, the latest models that comply with the Eco design Regulations are much less likely to create these particles. These are only a small part of the overall pollution generated by burning fossil fuels like gas and coal, but there is no doubt that wood stoves are a source of this pollution.

Selecting the appropriate wood for your stove is vital to ensure optimal heat output and combustion. There are many kinds of double sided wood burner that can be employed, including eucalyptus and Ash. Eucalyptus, which is fast-burning but also provides lots of heat, is a good option. However, it needs to be well-seasoned. Beech is another great choice however its thorns that are vicious make it difficult to handle with protective gloves.

The Ekol Adept is designed to comply with the new regulations. It's cleared by ClearSkies and Defra, so you can use it so long as you adhere to the guidelines. It is a heavy-duty burner that is durable and comes with a 10-year body warranty and a sturdy construction. The heating performance is also impressive.

2. Arada Holborn 5 Widescreen

Wood burning stoves are still popular despite the confusing regulations that are thrown at them. In fact, some campaign groups are calling for much stricter restrictions, and even a ban on stoves that burn wood, so it's worth reading our guide to stove pollution and regulations before you go shopping for a new log fire or multifuel burner.

One company which is making an effort to keep the popularity of woodburners at a high is Arada Stoves, who recently launched a widescreen version of their renowned Holborn 5 Multifuel/Wood Burning stove. It's a DEFRA-approved, SIA 2022 Ecodesign Ready stove with a wide door glass that provides an impressive flame image and an airwash system to avoid soot from accumulating.

With a power output of 4.9kW This is a great stove to heat the majority of rooms. It's extremely simple to use and maintain. The curvaceous lines and classic style make it ideal for both traditional and modern style. The flat back design means that it can be placed in shallower recesses and it's very easy to install a direct-air system using this model to increase the efficiency even more.

The stove also comes with an ash dump built-in that makes it simple to remove ashes and clean them frequently. This decreases the chance of dust and odours escaping the room. There are two flue adaptors (standard or pre-fabricated) dependent on the chimney type you have, and it's also available with a remote control.

While the debate continues about whether wood burning stoves are beneficial to your health, we can all agree that they create wonderful ambience in our homes. It is important to think about the health effects of indoor pollution and particulate matter. If you are installing a woodburner, it's recommended to shut the door when not working on the flame. It is also recommended to regularly clean the stove to ensure that the air as healthy as is possible.

3. Go Eco 5kW Plus

A woodburner adds a lovely atmosphere to a room. it's not only relaxing to watch the flames dance, but it also helps lower blood pressure. There are some issues however, research has revealed that older stoves can cause a lot of harm because they release microscopic soot particles that get into your breathing system. New regulations have been put in place to ensure that log burners have higher standards. This helps to cut down on creosote leakage, smoke build up and more importantly harmful gases like carbon monoxide.

New woodburners must meet a new safety standard. The Go Eco 5kW Plus is a multi-fuel stove that not only meets, but surpasses these new standards. It features a large-screen glass viewing window that offers an excellent view of the flame, and is kept clean with the power of an air wash system. This stove boasts an impressive 80% energy efficiency rating and is DEFRA exempt, meaning it can be used in smoke-free areas. It's also SIA Ecodesign ready which means that it already meets the European restrictions on wood burning stove emissions that will come into the market in 2022.

As if that wasn't enough this stove is supplied with an air venting kit for free, making it easier than ever before to set up. It's a solid little stove, that has been built with high-quality steel. The finish is a classic matte black. It's easy to clean as the body has been sprayed with an enamel that wards off dirt.

The clearSkies label on this stove shows that it has been independently tested and confirmed to be environmentally friendly and efficient. This goes above and beyond the basic requirements set out by Ecodesign. It's one of the very few stoves on our list that has the full five-star clearSkies rating so you can be sure that this woodburner is as great as it gets.

4. Chilli Penguin Defrost

Chilli Penguin is a feisty Welsh corner wood heater burner manufacturer with a maverick style that shouldn't be missed out on. They are renowned for their small wood burning fireplace multi-fuel stoves with various options and sizes. This 4.7kW model exemplifies their focus on brand and also shows that they can still deliver a superior product at a cost that isn't too costly. This DEFRA approved woodburner is able to be used in Smoke Control Areas and is fully conforming to the current 5g/hr emission limit. It also comes with ClearSkies Level Five credentials. It is an excellent choice for those who are unsure where the directive is heading and want peace of mind that their stove remains exempt from smoke control regulations.