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The Best Wood Burning Stoves Reviews Woodburners

Wood burning stoves are known to lower blood pressure and relax. But what about the tiny sooty particles that they release into the air?

Luckily, new stoves are built with the EcoDesign directive in mind. This means you can enjoy a warm, cozy home, and not break your environmental commitments.

1. Ekol Edge

The Ekol Edge is a simple-looking wood burner that doesn't skimp on performance. It's a great option for people who live in smoke-free areas, as it has ClearSkies Level 5 certification. This means that it can be used to burn dry and seasoned portable wood heater logs as well as approved solid fuels. Its high heat output makes it a fantastic choice for large rooms. The generous fire glass also lets you to enjoy the flames.

It is constructed of modern steel, so it can be used in both traditional inglenooks as well freestanding spaces. It has an integrated air wash system that keeps the glass clean and prevents the build-up of soot. The stove is a great efficiency during the winter months, which means that a high percentage of the heat it produces is transferring to your home rather than being lost up the chimney.

Recent criticism of wood burners has increased, as it was found that they may contribute to the production of microscopic sooty air particles known as PM2.5. These particles have been associated with lung and heart issues. Newer models that meet the Eco design Regulations will be less likely to create these sooty particles. They're only a tiny portion of the overall pollution produced from burning fossil fuels, such as gas and coal, but there is no doubt that wood burners are a source of this pollution.

Selecting the appropriate wood for your stove is crucial to ensure the highest combustion and heat output. 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 produces a lot of heat, but it needs to be well and properly seasoned. Beech is another good choice however its thorns that are vicious make it difficult to handle even with protective gloves.

The Ekol Adept has been designed to be able to withstand the imminent changes to regulations that have been put in place as well as being Defra exempt and ClearSkies certified, which means that you can use it with approved fuels, provided you adhere to the guidelines. It's a powerful, durable burner with a 10-year body warranty and a strong construction. The heating performance is also impressive.

2. Arada Holborn 5 Widescreen

Wood burning stoves remain popular despite the confusing regulations that are thrown at the use of these stoves. Some campaign groups have called for tighter regulations and even a ban on log burners. It's worth reading our guide to stove wood burning pollution and regulations before you decide on a new multifuel or log fire.

One company doing its bit to keep the popularity of woodburners high is Arada Stoves, who recently launched a widescreen version of their popular Holborn 5 Multifuel/Wood Burning stove. It's a DEFRA approved, SIA 2022 Ecodesign Ready woodburner with a huge glass door that provides an amazing flame image. It also has an airwash system that prevents the accumulation of soot.

This stove is easy to operate, and comes with a an output of 4.9kW. The curving lines and classic design make it ideal for traditional and modern decor. The flat back design means that it can be fitted into shallower recesses and it's very easy to set up a direct air system using this model to boost the efficiency further.

The stove also has an integrated ash dump, which makes it easy to remove ashes and clean them up regularly. This reduces the risk of odours and dust getting out of the room. You can select between two types of flue adaptors according to the chimney type you have. It is also available with a wireless 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. However, it is important to be aware of the impact of particulate matter and the way that burning wood and other kinds of fuel can affect our indoor air quality and health. So, if you're planning to have a woodburner installed it is recommended you shut the door when you're not working on the fire, and clean out the stove to ensure that the indoor air is as healthy as is possible.

3. Go Eco 5kW Plus

A woodburner adds a lovely atmosphere to any room, it's not just relaxing to watch the flames dance, but it also helps reduce blood pressure. However, it's not without its problems however, studies have 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 led to new regulations being put into place, which means that new log burners need to meet higher standards. This will reduce smoke leakage, creosote accumulation and, more 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 meets, but surpasses these 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 the powerful air cleaning system. This stove has an impressive 80% efficiency rating. It's DEFRA exempt, meaning that it can be used within smoke-free areas. It's also SIA Ecodesign ready, which means it is already in compliance with European restrictions on wood burning stove emissions which will take effect in 2022.

As if that weren't enough, this stove is supplied with an air venting kit that is included making it simpler than ever to install. This is a robust model made of premium steel. The finish is a classic matte black. It's easy to clean as the body has been coated with an enamel that repels dirt.

This stove has the clearSkies label, which means that it has been independently tested and certified as efficient and environmentally friendly. This goes above and beyond the fundamental requirements of Ecodesign. It's among the few stoves on our list that has the complete five-star ClearSkies rating, so you can be sure that this woodburner is as efficient as it gets.

4. Chilli Penguin Defrost

Chilli Penguin is a feisty Welsh wood burners garden burner brand that has a maverick style that shouldn't be overlooked. They specialise in small do-it-all multi-fuel stoves that have gained cult status thanks to their low flue-draught requirements hotplate tops and integral ovens, and a range of sizes and features. This 4.7kW model is a perfect example of their brand focus and also shows that they can still provide the best quality product at a price that won't cost you a fortune. This DEFRA-approved woodburner is suitable for use in Smoke Control Areas, and is fully in compliance with the current 5g/hr emissions limit. It also has ClearSkies level five certification. It is the perfect choice for those who don't know what the future direction of the directive is and want to be sure that their log burners will be exempt from the smoke control regulations.