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The Best Woodburners The relaxing, blood pressure-reducing benefits of a wood stove are well-documented. But what about the tiny sooty particles that they release into the air? Luckily, new stoves are built with the EcoDesign directive in the back of your mind. You can enjoy cozy and warm home without breaking your environmental commitments. 1. Ekol Edge The Ekol Edge wood burner is simple in appearance but doesn't compromise on performance. It is a great choice for those who live in smoke-controlled areas, since it has ClearSkies Level 5 certification. This means that it can be used to burn dry and seasoned wood logs as well as approved solid fuels. Its large heat output makes it an excellent option for large spaces. The huge fire glass also allows you to enjoy the flames. It is made of modern steel, so it is able to be used in traditional inglenooks and freestanding ones. It is equipped with an air wash system, which keeps the glass clear and helps prevent soot accumulation. The stove has excellent efficiency during the winter months, which means that a significant portion of the heat it produces is being transferred into your home rather than being lost up the chimney. The criticism of wood burning stoves has increased, because it was found that they can contribute to the production of microscopic sooty particles referred to as PM2.5. These particles have 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 that is produced by burning fossil fuels like gas and coal. It is important to choose the correct wood for the stove to ensure the highest efficiency of heat and combustion. There are a variety of wood that can be burned such as eucalyptus, ash, hazel and beech. Eucalyptus is a great choice due to its rapid burning and offers a great deal of heat, however it requires to be seasoned. Beech is another good 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 Defra-exempt and ClearSkies-rated, so you can use it as it is if you follow the guidelines. It's a robust burner that's built to last, featuring a robust construction and 10-Year body warranty, which is supported by its impressive heating performance. 2. Arada Holborn 5 Widescreen Wood burning stoves are still extremely popular, and, despite the directive maze that surrounds them and their use, they're going to stay. Some campaign groups have pushed for tighter regulations and even the ban of log burners. It's worth checking out our guide to stove pollution and regulations before you decide on the latest multifuel or log fire. One company that is doing its bit to keep the popularity of woodburners high is Arada Stoves, who have recently launched 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, which gives you 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 for all rooms. It's very easy to operate and maintain. Its curving lines and classic design make it suitable for modern or traditional style. The flat back design ensures it can be placed in shallower recesses, and it's easy to install a direct-air system to increase the efficiency even more. The stove also has an ash dump built-in which makes it simple to remove ashes and clean them up regularly. This reduces the risk of odours and dust getting out of the room. There are two flue adaptors (standard or pre-fabricated) dependent on the chimney type you have, and it's also accessible with the option of a remote control. Wood-burning stoves can create a wonderful ambience in our homes, regardless of whether they are healthy for us. It is important to think about the health consequences of indoor air pollution and particulate matter. So, if you're planning to install a woodburner it is recommended you keep the door shut when you're not in the vicinity of the fire and regularly clean out the stove to ensure the indoor air is as healthy as is possible. 3. Go Eco 5kW Plus A woodburner can add a wonderful atmosphere to any room, it's not only relaxing to watch the flames dance, but it also helps reduce blood pressure. There are some issues however, studies have revealed that older stoves can cause a lot of harm as they produce tiny particles of soot that end up into your respiratory system. This has resulted in new regulations being put in place, which means that new log burners need to meet higher standards. This will reduce smoke leakage, creosote accumulation 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 exceeds the new standards. The stove features a large-screen viewing glass that allows you to see the flames clearly. It is also kept clean thanks to a powerful air washing system. The stove boasts an impressive rating of 80% energy efficiency 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 European restrictions on wood burning stove emissions that will come into force in 2022. This stove comes with a free air vent kit. It's now easier to set up than ever before. It's a solid little stove, that has been built using top-quality steel. The finish is a classic matte black. It's easy to clean since the body has been sprayed with an enamel that wards off dirt. This stove is the clearSkies label, which signifies that it was independently tested and verified as eco-friendly and efficient. This goes beyond the fundamental requirements of Ecodesign. double sided wood burner is one of only the stoves on our list that carry the entire five-star ClearSkies rating. 4. Chilli Penguin Defrost A feisty Welsh brand, Chilli Penguin has become a major player in the wood burner market with a maverick flair that's not to be ignored. Chilli Penguin is known for its small multi-fuel stoves that come with a wide range of features and sizes. This 4.7kW model is a great example of their brand focus and demonstrates that they can deliver a superior product for an affordable price that isn't too expensive. This DEFRA-approved woodburner is suited for use in Smoke Control Areas, and is fully conforms to the current emission limit of 5g/hr. It also has ClearSkies level five certification. It's the ideal choice for those who don't know what the directive will be and want to feel secure that their log burners will be free of smoke control regulations.