The Best Woodburners

Wood burners are known to lower blood pressure and help relax. What do you think of the tiny particles of soot released by the wood burners?

Luckily, new stoves are designed with the EcoDesign directive in the back of your mind. You can have an inviting and cozy home without compromising on your environmental commitments.

1. Ekol Edge

The Ekol Edge wood burner is simple in appearance, but doesn't compromise on performance. It's a fantastic choice for people who live in smoke-free areas, since it has ClearSkies Level 5 credentials. This means it can be used to burn dry and seasoned wood logs, or approved solid fuels. Its high heat output makes it an excellent option for large spaces. The large fire glass also permits you to take pleasure in the flames.

It is constructed from modern steel, and therefore can be installed in both traditional inglenooks as well as freestanding situations. It has an integrated air wash system, which keeps the glass clean and avoids soot accumulation. The stove is extremely efficient, which means that it transfers a large percentage of the heat generated to your home, instead of going up the chimney.

Wood burners have been the subject of many criticisms in recent years because it has been proven that they contribute to tiny sooty particles in the air, known as PM2.5 that has been linked to lung and heart issues. Newer models that meet the Eco design Regulations will be less likely to create these sooty particles. Wood burning stoves contribute to the pollution produced through the burning of fossil fuels like gas and coal.

It is important to choose the right wood for the stove in order to get the most efficient efficiency of heat and combustion. Many types of wood can be employed, including eucalyptus and ash. Eucalyptus, which is fast-burning and also produces lots of heat, is an excellent option. However, it needs to be well-seasoned. Beech is a great choice, but it's difficult to manage due to its thorns.

The Ekol Adept is designed to comply with the new regulations. It's Defra-exempt and ClearSkies-rated, so you can use it so it is if you follow the guidelines. It's a robust sturdy burner with a 10-year Body Warranty and a strong construction. Its heating capabilities are also impressive.

2. Arada Holborn 5 Widescreen

Wood burning stoves are extremely popular, and, despite the directive maze that surrounds them and their use, they're going to stay. In fact, some campaign groups are calling for more stricter restrictions and even a ban on stoves that burn wood, so it's worth taking a look at our guide to stove pollution and regulations before you go shopping for new log fires or a multifuel burner.

One company that is trying to keep the popularity of woodburners high is Arada Stoves. They have recently released a widescreen version of their popular Holborn 5 Multifuel/Wood Burning stove. It's a DEFRA-approved, SIA 2022 Ecodesign Ready stove with a wide door glass that provides an excellent flame picture and an airwash system to avoid soot accumulation.

With a power output of 4.9kW this is a fantastic stove for all rooms. It's very easy to operate and maintain. Its curved lines and classic style make it ideal for both traditional and modern design. The flat back design means it can be inserted into smaller recesses and it's very easy to set up a direct air system using this model to boost the efficiency further.

Another excellent aspect of this stove is its built in ash dump which makes it easy to remove and clean out the ashes regularly, helping to reduce the risk of odours and dust getting into the room. There's a choice of two flue adaptors (standard or pre-fabricated) dependent on the chimney type you have, and it's available with a remote control.

As the debate rages about whether or not outdoor woodburning stoves stoves are beneficial to your health We can all agree that they provide a lovely ambience in our homes. It is important to think about the health effects of indoor pollution and particulate matter. If you're planning to install a woodburner, it is recommended that you keep the door shut when not tending the fire. Also, you should regularly clean out the stove to ensure that the indoor air is as healthy as possible.

3. Go Eco 5kW Plus

It's relaxing to watch the flames flicker and help reduce blood pressure. It's not without it's problems however, research has revealed that older stoves can cause a lot of harm due to the production of tiny soot particles that can get into your breathing system. New regulations have been enacted to ensure that log stoves meet higher standards. This reduces the risk on smoke leakage, creosote accumulation and, most importantly harmful gases like carbon monoxide.

New woodburners must comply with a new safety standard. The Go Eco 5kW Plus is a multi fuel wood burning stoves-fuel stove that not just meets, but surpasses the new standards, but also exceeds them. The stove comes with a widescreen viewing glass that allows you to see the flames clearly. It is also kept clean with an air-washing system that is powerful. This stove boasts an impressive efficiency rating of 80. It's DEFRA exempt, which means it can be used within smoke-free areas. It is also SIA Ecodesign-ready, meaning it is already in compliance with European emissions restrictions for wood stove burning-burning stoves which will come into effect in 2022.

This stove comes with a free air-ventilation kit. It is now easier to set up than ever before. This is a sturdy stove made of high-quality steel. The finish is a classic matte black. It's easy to clean since the body has been coated with an enamel that wards off dirt.

The clearSkies label on this stove shows that it has been independently tested and verified to be eco-friendly and efficient. This goes above and over the minimum requirements laid out by Ecodesign. This is one of only one stove on our list that carry the full 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 maverick flair that's not to be ignored. They specialise in small do-it-all multi-fuel stoves that have gained popularity due to their low flue-draught requirements stove tops with hotplates, integrated ovens, and a range of features and sizes. This 4.7kW model is a fantastic illustration of their brand's focus and demonstrates that they can provide a top-quality product at an affordable price that isn't too high. This DEFRA-approved woodburner can be used for use in Smoke Control Areas, and is fully conforms to the current emission limit of 5g/hr. It also comes with ClearSkies level five credentials. It is an excellent choice for those who are not sure what direction the directive is going and want to be confident that their log burner will continue to be exempt from smoke control regulations.