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The Best Woodburner Woodburners

wood burner fireplace ideas burning stoves are known to reduce blood pressure and relax. But what about the tiny sooty particles they release into the air?

New stoves are made to be in line with the EcoDesign directive. So you can enjoy a warm, cozy home without breaking your environmental commitments.

1. Ekol Edge

The Ekol Edge wood burner is simple in appearance, yet does not compromise on performance. It's a great option for those who live in smoke-controlled areas, as it has ClearSkies Level 5 certification. This means that it can burn dry and seasoned wood burner stove for shed logs or approved solid fuels. Its high heat output also makes it an ideal option for larger spaces and the huge fire glass offers a beautiful view of your flames.

It is constructed of modern steel, which means it can be installed in both traditional inglenooks as well freestanding spaces. It is equipped with an air wash system, which keeps the glass clean and prevents soot accumulation. The stove is a great seasonal efficiency, meaning that a large portion of the heat produced is transferring into your home instead of being lost to the chimney.

Wood burners have come under a lot of criticism recently, as it has been shown that they can cause microscopic sooty particles in the air known as PM2.5 which has been linked with heart and lung problems. However, the latest models that conform to the Eco design Regulations are much less likely to generate these particles. Wood burners contribute to pollution produced from burning fossil fuels, like gas and coal.

Selecting the appropriate wood for your stove is essential to ensure the highest combustion and heat output. There are a variety of wood that can be used for burning such as eucalyptus, ash hazel, beech, and hazel. Eucalyptus is a good choice due to its rapid burning and provides a lot of heat, however it needs to be well prepared. Beech is also a great option, but it's difficult to work with due to its thorns.

The Ekol Adept is designed to meet the new regulations. It's cleared by ClearSkies and Defra, so you can use it as long as you follow the guidelines. It's a robust burner designed to last, featuring sturdy construction and a 10-year body warranty, backed up by its incredibly impressive heating performance.

2. Arada Holborn 5 Widescreen

Wood burning stoves remain extremely popular, and, despite the directive maze that surrounds them they're not going to disappear. Some campaign groups have called for tighter regulations and even a log burner ban. It's worth checking out our guide on the pollution of stoves and regulations, before you decide on an all-fuel or log fire.

Arada Stoves is one of the companies which is working to ensure that woodburners remain popular. They have launched a widescreen version of their popular Holborn Multifuel/Wood Burning Stove. It's a DEFRA-approved SIA 2022 Ecodesign Ready stove with a huge door glass that gives you an impressive flame image and an airwash system that helps to prevent soot from accumulating.

This stove is easy to operate, and comes with a a heat output rating of 4.9kW. The curving lines and classic design make it ideal for modern or traditional decor. This model can be easily incorporated into 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.

This stove also has a built-in ash dump that makes it simple to clean ashes and remove them frequently. This reduces the risk of odours and dust escaping the room. There's a choice of two flue adaptors (standard or pre-fabricated) depending on the type of chimney you have, and it's also equipped with the option of a remote control.

While the debate continues about whether wood-burning stoves are good for your health, we can all agree that they provide a lovely ambience in our homes. But, it's important to consider the impact of particulate matter as well as the ways that burning wood and other types of fuel can affect the quality of our indoor air and health. If you are installing a outdoor woodburner stove, it is recommended to shut the door when you are not tending to the flame. You should also regularly clean the stove to ensure that the air as clean as possible.

3. Go Eco 5kW Plus

It's soothing to watch the flames flicker and help lower blood pressure. However, it's not all positive news. Research has proven that older stoves are harmful due to the tiny particles of soot that could enter your respiratory system. This has led to new regulations being put in place which means that all new log burners have to meet higher standards. This helps to cut down on smoke leakage, creosote accumulation and, most importantly harmful gases like carbon monoxide.

New woodburners have to meet the new safety standards. The Go Eco 5kW Plus is a multi-fuel stove that not just is in compliance, but even exceeds these new standards, but also exceeds them. The stove features a large wood burning stove-screen viewing glass that allows you to see the flames clearly. It is also kept clean thanks to an air-washing system that is powerful. The stove boasts an impressive rating of 80% energy efficiency and is DEFRA exempt meaning that it can be used in smoke-free areas. It is also SIA Ecodesign-ready, which means it already meets the European emission limits for wood-burning stoves which will come into effect in 2022.

If that wasn't enough the stove comes with an air venting kit for free making it simpler than ever before to set up. It's a durable model made of premium steel. The finish is a classic matt black and it's easy to keep clean since the body is coated in an enamel that is able to repel dirt and grime.

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 a few stoves in our list that carry the full five-star clearSkies rating.

4. Chilli Penguin Defrost

A spirited Welsh brand, Chilli Penguin has become a big player among wood burner brands with a unique style that is not to be missed. Chilli Penguin is known for its small multi-fuel stoves, which come in an array of sizes and features. This 4.7kW model is a fantastic example of their focus on brand and demonstrates their ability to offer a premium product at a price that's not too high. This DEFRA-approved woodburner can be used for use in Smoke Control Areas, and is fully conforms to the current emissions limit of 5g/hr. It also has the level five ClearSkies qualifications. It's the perfect option 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.