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Wood burners are believed to reduce blood pressure and relax. What do you think of the tiny particles of soot released by the wood burners?

The good news is that new stoves are built with the EcoDesign directive in the back of your mind. This means you can enjoy a warm and cozy home, and not break your environmental obligations.

1. Ekol Edge

The Ekol Edge wood burner is simple in appearance but does not sacrifice performance. It's an excellent choice for those who live in areas that are smoke-free since it comes with the Level 5 ClearSkies credentials, which means it can be used with dry and seasoned wood and approved solid fuels. Its high heat output makes it a fantastic choice for large rooms. The large fire glass also allows you to enjoy the flames.

It features a contemporary steel body that allows it to be incorporated into traditional inglenooks and freestanding situations. It has an integrated air wash system, which keeps the glass clear and helps prevent soot accumulation. The stove is highly efficient, meaning that it carries a large portion of heat produced to your home, instead of being emitted up the chimney.

The recent criticism of wood burners has increased, as it was shown that they may contribute to the creation of tiny sooty air particles called PM2.5. These particles have been linked to heart and lung issues. Newer models that comply with the Eco design Regulations will be less likely to produce these sooty particles. Wood burners contribute to the pollution that is produced through the burning of fossil fuels such as coal and gas.

It is important to choose the right wood for the stove to ensure the highest heat output and the best combustion. There are a variety of wood that can be burned such as eucalyptus, ash hazel, beech and hazel. Eucalyptus, which is quick-burning, but also offers lots of heat, is a good choice. However, it should be well-seasoned. Beech is a different option, but its vicious thorns make it difficult to handle even with protective gloves.

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 adhere to the guidelines. It is a heavy-duty burner that is durable and comes with a 10-year body warranty and a sturdy construction. The heating performance is also impressive.

2. Arada Holborn 5 Widescreen

Wood burning stoves remain very popular and despite the directive muddle that surrounds them, they're not going anywhere. In fact, some groups are calling for tighter restrictions and even a complete ban on log burners, which is why it's worth reading our guide to stove pollution and regulations before you go shopping for an updated log fire or multifuel burner.

Arada Stoves is a company that is doing its part to keep woodburners in demand. They have launched a widescreen version of their popular Holborn Multifuel/wood burning stove modern Burning Stove. It's a DEFRA-approved SIA 2022 Ecodesign Ready stove with a large door glass, which gives you the best flame view and an airwash system to avoid soot build up.

With a power output of 4.9kW This is a great stove for most rooms and it's also extremely simple to use and maintain. Its curving lines and classic design make it suitable for modern wood stoves for sale or traditional style. The flat back design means that it can be placed in shallower recesses. It's also very simple to install a direct-air system to increase the efficiency even more.

The stove also has a built-in ash dump which makes it simple to clear ashes and clean them up regularly. This reduces the risk of odours and dust getting out of the room. You can choose between two kinds of flue adaptors depending on your chimney type. It also comes with wireless remote control.

Wood-burning stoves create a lovely ambience in our homes, regardless of whether they're good for health. But, it's important to keep in mind the negative effects of particulate matter and the way that burning wood and other kinds of fuels can impact the quality of indoor air as well as health. So, if you're planning to have a woodburner installed it is recommended that you keep the door shut when not tending the fire, and clean the stove to ensure the air is as clean as it can be.

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 reduce blood pressure. However, it's not all positive news. Studies have shown that older stoves are dangerous due to the tiny particles of soot that could get into your respiratory system. New regulations have been enacted to ensure that stoves meet higher standards. This will cut down on creosote leakage, smoke build up and more importantly harmful gases like 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. It has a large, clear viewing window that offers the best view of your flame and is maintained clean by a powerful air wash system. This stove boasts an impressive 80% energy efficiency rating and is DEFRA exempt meaning that it is able to be used in smoke controlled areas. It is also SIA Ecodesign-ready. This means that it is already in compliance with European emission standards for 10kw wood burning stove-burning stoves that will be in effect in 2022.

As if that wasn't enough this stove is supplied with a free air venting kit making it simpler than ever to install. It's a robust little appliance, that has been built with high-quality steel. The finish is a classic matte black. It's easy to clean since the body has been coated with an enamel that repels dirt.

This stove comes with an clearSkies label, which signifies that it has been independently tested and confirmed as eco-friendly and efficient. This is above the basic requirements of Ecodesign. It's among the few stoves we've reviewed that has the full five-star ClearSkies rating, so you can be confident that this woodburner is as good as it gets.

4. Chilli Penguin Defrost

A spirited Welsh brand, Chilli Penguin has become a major player in the wood burners near me burner market with a distinctive style that's not to be ignored. They specialise in small do-it-all multi-fuel stoves that have achieved cult status thanks to their low flue-draught requirements hotplate tops and integral ovens and a variety of sizes and features. This 4.7kW model is a great example of their focus on brand and demonstrates their ability to offer a premium product at an affordable price that isn't too high. 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 has ClearSkies level five credentials. It's the ideal choice for those who don't know what the future direction of the directive is and want to be confident that their log burners will remain exempt from the smoke control regulations.