What does DEFRA Exempt/Approved mean?

DEFRA (Department Environment Farming and Rural Affairs) enforce the clean air act so a DEFRA exempt/approved stove is one which has been tested and proven to burn cleanly in a Smoke Control Area. To see if you live in a smoke control area contact your local council – the environmental services department will be able to help you.

Look out for the DEFRA approved logo on stoves on this website – if you live in a Smoke Control Area you can ONLY have an approved stove.