15 Presents For The Best Woodburners Lover In Your Life

The Best Woodburners

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

New stoves are made to be in line with the EcoDesign directive. You can enjoy an inviting and cozy home without compromising on your environmental commitments.

1. Ekol Edge

The Ekol Edge wood burner is simple in appearance but does not compromise on performance. It's an excellent choice for those living in areas with smoke restrictions since it is certified with the Level 5 ClearSkies certification, which means it can be used with dry and seasoned logs and approved solid fuels. Its high heat output makes it a fantastic choice for large rooms. The huge fire glass also permits you to enjoy the flames.

It features a contemporary steel frame that allows it to be used in both traditional inglenooks as well as freestanding spaces. It comes with an air wash system which keeps the glass clean and helps prevent the accumulation of soot. The stove is highly efficient, which means that it transfers a large percentage of heat produced to your home instead of being emitted up the chimney.

Recent criticism of wood burners has increased, because it was discovered that they could contribute to the creation of tiny sooty air particles referred to as PM2.5. These particles have been associated with lung and heart problems. However, modern models that are made to meet the Eco design Regulations are much less likely to create these particles. They're only a tiny portion of the overall pollution produced by burning fossil fuels such as gas and coal, however there is no doubt that wood burning stoves are the main source of this pollution.

It is essential to choose the appropriate wood for your stove in order to get the most efficient heat output and combustion. There are a myriad of wood that can be used for burning in your stove, including eucalyptus, hazel and beech. Eucalyptus is fast-burning and also produces plenty of heat, is a great choice. However, it should be well-seasoned. Beech is another great choice however its thorns that are vicious make it difficult to handle even with protective gloves.

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

2. Arada Holborn 5 Widescreen

Wood burning stoves are very popular and despite the directive maze that surrounds them and their use, they're going to stay. Some groups have called for tighter regulations and a ban on log burners. It's worth reading about our guide on stove pollution and regulations, before you decide on an all-fuel or log fire.

One company trying to keep the popularity of woodburners up is Arada Stoves, who 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, which gives you an impressive flame image and an airwash system to prevent soot accumulation.

This stove is simple to use, and has an output of 4.9kW. The curving lines and classical design makes it suitable for both traditional and modern design. This model is easily placed in smaller recesses due to its flat back design. It is also simple to install direct air systems using this model, which can increase the efficiency.

This stove also has an ash dump built-in that makes it simple to clear ashes and clean them up regularly. This decreases the chance of dust and odours escaping the room. There are two types of flue adaptors, according to the chimney type you have. It also comes with wireless remote control.

Wood-burning stoves can create a wonderful atmosphere in our homes, regardless of whether they're good for our health. It's important to consider the health risks of indoor pollution and particulate matter. If you're installing a woodburner, it's recommended that you close the door when you are not working on the flame. You should also regularly clean the stove to ensure that the air as healthy as possible.

3. Go Eco 5kW Plus

A woodburner provides a beautiful atmosphere to any room, it's not just relaxing to watch the flames dance, but it can also help to reduce blood pressure. There are some issues however, research has revealed that older stoves can cause a lot of harm due to the production of microscopic soot particles that get in your breathing system. New regulations have been enacted to ensure that stoves are up to the highest standards. This reduces the risk on creosote leakage, smoke build-up and most 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 just is in compliance, but even exceeds the new standards. It features a large-screen glass viewing window that offers the best view of your flame and is kept clean with a powerful air wash system. This stove boasts an impressive rating of 80% energy efficiency and is DEFRA exempt meaning that it can be used in smoke-free areas. It's also SIA Ecodesign ready which means that it already meets European restrictions regarding the emissions from wood-burning stoves that will come into the market in 2022.

This stove comes with a no-cost air vent kit. It's now simpler to install than ever. It's a durable model made of premium steel. The finish is a classic matte black and it's easy to keep clean as the body is coated in an enamel that keeps dirt and grime out.

The clearSkies label on this stove indicates that it has been independently tested and verified to be eco-friendly and efficient, this goes beyond the basic requirements set out by Ecodesign. It's one of the very few stoves we've reviewed that has the complete five-star ClearSkies rating, so you can be confident that this woodburner is as good as it gets.

4. Chilli Penguin Defrost

A feisty Welsh brand, Chilli Penguin has become a major player in the wood burner market with a distinctive style that shouldn't be overlooked. They specialize in small, all-in-one multi-fuel stoves that have gained an enviable reputation due to their low flue-draught requirements stove tops with hotplates, integrated ovens and a variety of features and sizes. This 4.7kW model is a fantastic example of their focus on brand and demonstrates that they can provide a top-quality product at an affordable price that isn't too expensive. This DEFRA-approved woodburner is suitable for use in Smoke Control Areas, and is fully conforms to the current emissions limit of 5g/hr. It also comes with the level five ClearSkies certification. It is an excellent choice for those who are not sure which direction the directive is headed and want to rest assured that their stove will remain exempt from smoke control regulations.