7kw Multi Fuel Stove
There are many choices for 7kw multi-fuel stoves that are based on the size of the room and the amount of heat required. Certain models can be combined in conjunction with a boiler to provide home heating and can cut down on energy costs substantially.
This model is DEFRA certified and can be used to burn smokeless and wood fuels in smoke control zones. It comes with a five year warranty and a large viewing glass.
1. Portway Rochester
The Rochester Multi Fuel Stove is a modern classic made with high-quality castings. Its door is adorned with an elegant curve design. The Rochester also has a choice of cast-in trim in plain black or polished silver finish. This stove is rated A. Rochester stove is suitable for use in Smoke Control Areas as recommended by DEFRA and has an output of maximum of 7kW. This stove can be fitted with optional Output Reducing bricks, which reduce the maximum heat output down to 5kW, which is ideal for larger rooms.
This Rochester Multi-Fuel Stove is packed full of the latest innovative features designed to aid combustion and control. With the primary and secondary air controls located at the front of the stove it is easy to set the rate of combustion of the fire to match your fuel and room conditions. The large window for viewing displays lively flames in the fuels, either smokeless or logs and a fully-active airwash system keeps the glass free of any deposits. The Rochester can handle logs up to a maximum of 250mm (10") in length. It also comes with an externally controlled riddling mechanism, which makes it ideal for burning wood and smokeless fuels.
The Rochester is SIA Eco Design 2022 Ready and can be used with a range of logs or smokeless fuels including anthracite. Eco-design stoves emit significantly lower emissions than older appliances or open fires. They are also 3 times more efficient and are less expensive to operate than open fires. The Rochester is supplied with a five-year guarantee.
2. Ash
The Ecosy+ range comes with the Clean Burn Technology that ensures maximum heat and durability from your fuel. This feature is able to re-burn gasses and smoke generated by your logs and then sprays air onto the glass and your fire in order to keep it clean. This means you don't have to refill your stove as frequently. It's among the most affordable multifuel stoves that are available.
Other features that make the Ash an excellent choice include an enormous ash pan that can be removed to make maintenance easy, a multi fuel grate to allow you to burn smokeless coal and wood together, and a tertiary air inlet to increase the efficiency of combustion. It is a DEFRA-approved and Ecodesign-compliant stove with clearSkies Level Five credentials. This means it emits 90% less carbon dioxide than a traditional open fire and more than 80% less than a stove that's not exempt from DEFRA.
The contemporary design with its sleek straight lines is perfect for any fireplace or home. It can be installed into a fireplace that is recessed or an existing chimney opening. The clean lines also make it an ideal choice for a modern flat wall or a space where you want to integrate the stove into your home's design.
To calculate the power output you need for your room, simply measure its volume in cubic metres, then divide by 14 for a room that is well-insulated, 12 for a standard insulated space, or 10 if it has poor insulation. Then add a further 20 per cent for central heating systems and an additional 25 percent for hot water usage.
4. Chilli Penguin 4.7
The Welsh stove company Chilli Penguin have built a solid reputation for their small multi-fuel stoves that can be used for all kinds of tasks and have low flue requirements for draught. Chilli Penguin also makes stoves for yurts, houseboats and other smaller spaces. The company is committed to producing environmentally friendly products and has worked hard to reach high levels of environmental performance with their stoves.
multi fuel stove is an upgraded version of the Go Eco stove. The stove has a large glass window to clearly see the flames and an airwash system which keeps the glass clear. The stove is DEFRA-approved, and has the Ecodesign requirements to be classified as an energy-saving stove. It also comes with level five ClearSkies qualifications, achieving significantly lower emissions than traditional open fires (see the table below for the technology).
It's a top loading stove that has a spacious flat glass window that is perfect for boiling a kettle on. Its minimalist design works well in a fresh contemporary setting but it looks equally at home in a warm traditional space. It comes with a single air control knob which gives you boost air when it's fully opened and more precise control when it's closed, making the stove easy to operate and maintain.
It quickly and easily lit up and began to warm the room, even in the middle of a cold winter night. It was easy to light and took only about half an hour to get to the temperature we wanted in the lounge. The process of combustion was clean and there was no smoke. The stove is extremely user-friendly and the large log capacity allows it to easily heat a medium or larger size room.
5. Esse 700 Vista
This multi-fuel stove is the biggest in ESSE's popular Vista range. It is perfect for larger fireplaces, or as an accent piece. With the power of up to 5kW, it can effectively keep a room warm, and its steel body features a sleek and durable finish. It also has a beautiful large-screen viewing window that can show the flames inside. This model has a pre-heated secondary airwash for keeping the glass clear and it is able to be upgraded to Autoblaze, allowing it to light automatically using an air jet.
The stove comes with an angled combustion system and a dual-position riddling grate for a more efficient burn. It can accommodate a significant amount of wood and is designed to be environmentally friendly by reducing emissions and energy efficiency of up to 80.3 per cent. It is easy to maintain, with easy controls and a simple shaker grates.
This ESSE wood-burning stove is an elegant English cottage design and a wide view of the flames through the glass. It can be used as a front-flue or a back-flue wood burning stove. To ensure airtight homes it can be equipped with an External Air Intake Kit. This add-on creates an airtight flue that allows the stove to draw outside air to reach its maximum efficiency.
This stove from Britain is among the top models in its class and provides a spectacular flame pattern and excellent heating performance. It can be operated by remote control and is suitable for pellets and solid fuels. It's a DEFRA approved stove that is available in a black or enamel finish.