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The Best Woodburners Wood burners are known to reduce blood pressure and relax. What do you think of the tiny particles of soot released by them? Fortunately, the latest stoves are designed with the EcoDesign directive in the back of your mind. You can enjoy a warm, cosy home, without breaking your environmental obligations. 1. Ekol Edge The Ekol Edge is a simple-looking wood burner that doesn't skimp on performance. It's an excellent choice for those who live in smoke controlled areas as it has Level 5 ClearSkies credentials which means it can be used with dry and seasoned wood and approved solid fuels. The high output of heat makes it a good option for larger spaces and the huge fire glass offers a beautiful view of your flames. It is constructed of modern steel, so it can be installed in both traditional inglenooks as well freestanding situations. It comes with an air wash system which keeps the glass clean and stops the accumulation of soot. garden wood burner is extremely efficient, which means that it can transfer a significant amount of heat produced to your home, instead of being emitted up the chimney. Wood burners have been the subject of some criticism in recent times because it has been shown that they can contribute to tiny sooty particles in the air called PM2.5, which has been linked to heart and lung problems. However, newer models that are made to conform to the Eco design Regulations are much less likely to generate these particles. They are just a small part of the overall pollution produced by burning fossil fuels like gas and coal, but there is no doubt that wood burners are the main source of this pollution. It is crucial to select the right wood for the stove to ensure the highest efficiency of heat and combustion. There are many types of wood that can be burned in your stove, including eucalyptus hazel, beech and hazel. Eucalyptus is an excellent choice due to its rapid burning and provides a lot of heat, but it must be and properly seasoned. Beech is also a good alternative, but it's hard to manage due to its thorns. The Ekol Adept has been designed to handle the upcoming changes to regulations that have been implemented as well as being Defra exempt and ClearSkies certified, which means you can use it with approved fuels, as long as you follow the guidelines. It's a powerful burner that is built to last, with sturdy construction and a 10-year body warranty, back by its impressive heating performance. 2. Arada Holborn 5 Widescreen Wood burning stoves are still popular despite the confusing guidelines that are thrown at them. In fact, some groups are calling for much tighter restrictions and even a ban on log burners, so it's worth taking a look at our guide to stove pollution and regulations prior to you buy an updated log fire or multifuel burner. One company that is doing its bit to keep the popularity of woodburners at a high is Arada Stoves, who recently launched a widescreen model of their renowned Holborn 5 Multifuel/Wood Burning stove. It's a DEFRA-approved SIA 2022 Ecodesign Ready stove with a wide door glass that provides an impressive flame image and an airwash system that helps to prevent soot build up. This stove is simple to use, and has a heat output rating of 4.9kW. Its curved lines and classic design make it ideal for modern or traditional style. The flat back design ensures it can be fitted into shallower recesses and it's very easy to set up a direct air system using this model to improve the efficiency of the system. The stove also comes with an integrated ash dump that makes it simple to clean ashes and remove them frequently. This helps reduce the risk of odours and dust getting out of the room. You can choose between two types of flue adaptors dependent on the chimney type. It also comes with wireless remote control. Wood-burning stoves create a lovely ambience in our homes, regardless of whether or not they are good for health. It is important to think about the health risks of indoor air pollution and particulate matter. So, if you're going to install a woodburner, it is recommended that you shut the door when not tending the fire and regularly clean the stove to ensure that the air is as clean as it can be. 3. Go Eco 5kW Plus It's enjoyable to watch the flames flicker and help 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 into your respiratory system. This has resulted in new regulations being put in place which means that all new log burners have to meet higher standards. This helps to cut down on creosote leakage, smoke build up and more importantly – harmful gases such as carbon monoxide. New woodburners have to comply with a brand new standard and this is where the Go Eco 5kW Plus stands out, this multi-fuel stove does not just meet but also exceeds the new standards. The stove has a widescreen viewing glass that lets you see the flames clearly. It is also kept clean with the powerful air cleaning system. This stove has an impressive energy efficiency of 80% and is DEFRA exempt, meaning it is able to be used in smoke controlled areas. It's also SIA Ecodesign ready which means it is already in compliance with European restrictions on wood burning stove emissions that will come into force in 2022. As if that weren't enough, the stove comes with a free air venting kit making it simpler than ever before to set up. It's a robust little appliance constructed using high-quality steel. The finish is a classic matte black. It's easy-to-clean as the body has been sprayed with an enamel that wards off dirt. The clearSkies label on this stove indicates that it has been independently tested and verified to be sustainable and efficient. This goes above and beyond the basic requirements set out by Ecodesign. It's one of the very few stoves that have the full five-star clearSkies rating so you can be sure that this woodburner is as good as it gets. 4. Chilli Penguin Defrost Chilli Penguin is a feisty Welsh wood burner manufacturer with a unique style that should not be overlooked. They are known for their small multi-fuel stoves with various options and sizes. This 4.7kW model is a prime example of their focus on branding, and also shows that they are able to provide an excellent product at a price that isn't too costly. This DEFRA approved woodburner is able to be used in Smoke Control Areas and is fully compliant to the current 5g/hr emission limit. It also comes with ClearSkies Level Five credentials. It is the perfect choice for those who don't know what the directive will be and want to be sure that their log burners will remain exempt from smoke control regulations.