DEFRA wood and multi-fuel stoves
Can I burn normal house coal on a wood burning stove?
No….Only approved fuels may be burned on multi-fuel stoves, lists which
are available from DEFRA, the stove manufacturers or from the HETAS website.
What is a DEFRA multi-fuel stove?
A stove approved by the UK Government Department DEFRA for the burning of
wood and smokeless coal in a smoke control area.
Can I fit a stove into any house?
Yes… Stoves are best suited to houses with chimneys designed for the
burning of coal or logs. If no chimney is present, an independent flue system
can be installed, but the costs may be prohibitive.
Do I have to line my chimney?
Yes…..Although it may be technically possible to install a stove into
a modern house without a liner, as a general rule plan to have the chimney
lined for greater efficiency and safety, and to permit the installation to
conform with current Building Regulations
What size stove will I need?
This will depend on whether the stove is installed as a stand alone unit or
connected to a central heating system with a back boiler. Consult a HETAS
registered engineer for appropriate guidance.
Can I run my central heating with a combi boiler and a DEFRA woodburning
stove?
Many manufacturers are currently investigating this market, and although technically
feasible, upgrading and connecting a woodburning stove to a central heating
system with a combination boiler is likely to be complicated and expensive.
Consult a HETAS registered engineer for appropriate guidance.
Can I fit my stove in front of the existing fireplace?
Yes…As long as the installation complies with Document “J”
Building Regulations. However the rules concerning the type and size of hearth
required normally make this proposition impractical except in the largest
of rooms.
Can I fit a stove into a conservatory or flat roof extension?
If no chimney is present, an independent flue system must be installed terminating
at above the ridge height of the main roof of the building. The costs of the
system along with the necessary alterations to the conservatory or flat roof
may be prohibitive.
We are an independent Birmingham based family business with over 25 years experience in the specialist fields of woodburning stoves, fires, flues, and chimneys. We are registered HETAS engineers and experienced project managers. We are pleased to carry out site visits and surveys and happy to discuss any specific projects or requirements clients may have.
Professionally installed woodburning and multi- fuel stoves are required by law to comply with Building Regulations and Health and Safety legislation.
Use an approved and registered HETAS Heating Engineer or other competent installer to carry out such work.
For further details about the different types and styles of woodburning stoves and fireplaces available, please visit www.fireplaceexperts.co.uk
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