7kw Multi Fuel Stove
Depending on room size and the amount of heat needed, there are a wide variety of 7kw multifuel stoves. Certain models can be combined in conjunction with a boiler to provide home heating solutions and can cut down on energy costs substantially.
This is a DEFRA-approved product that means it can be used in smoke control areas for burning wood as well as authorised smokeless fuels. It comes with a five-year warranty and a large view window.
1. Portway Rochester
The Rochester Multi Fuel stove is an elegant classic that is made with high quality castings and the door is stunning curved designs. The Rochester comes with a choice of polished silver or plain-black finish for the trim that is cast-in. This stove is rated A. Rochester stove is suitable for use in Smoke Control Areas as recommended by DEFRA and has the highest heat output of 7kW. Optional Output Reducing Bricks are offered to reduce the maximum heat output to 5kW making this stove suitable for larger rooms.
This Rochester Multi-Fuel Stove comes full of the latest innovative features designed to aid combustion and controllability. The primary and secondary air controls are located on the stove's front, making it easy to adjust the burn rate to suit the fuel and the room conditions. The large viewing glass displays vibrant flames on the wood or other materials that are smokeless, while a fully-active Airwash system ensures that it is free of any deposits. The Rochester can take logs up to a maximum of 250mm (10") in length and has an externally controlled riddling mechanism, which makes it ideal for burning wood or smokeless fuels.
The Rochester is SIA Eco Design Ready 2022 and can be used for a variety of logs and non-smokeless materials, such as anthracite. Eco-design stoves emit significantly less 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 comes with a 5-year warranty.
2. Ash
The Ecosy+ range is equipped with a Clean Burn Technology that ensures maximum heat and longevity from your fuel. This feature is able to re-burn gasses and smoke that your logs emit, and sprays air on the glass and your fire in order to keep it clean. This means you won't need to refill your stove as frequently. It is one of the most cost-effective multifuel stoves available.
Other features that make the Ash the best choice are an enormous ash pan that can be removed for easy maintenance, a multi fuel grill that allows you to burn smokeless coal and wood together, and a tertiary air inlet which helps further improve the efficiency of combustion. It is a DEFRA-approved, Ecodesign-compliant stove, with clearSkies Level Five credentials. This means that it emits 90% less carbon dioxide than a traditional open-fire, and 80percent less than a stove that's not exempt from DEFRA.
The modern design with its sleek straight lines is ideal for any fireplace or home. It can be placed in a recessed firebox, or you could install it into an existing chimney opening. The clean lines also make it a great choice for an ultra-modern flat wall or any space that you wish to integrate the stove into your home's architecture.
Calculate the power output for your home by measuring its size in cubic meters, and then dividing it by 14 for well-insulated rooms 12 for rooms that are standard-insulated or 10 for rooms with poor insulation. Add another 20% for central heating, and an additional 25% for hot water usage.
4. Chilli Penguin 4.7
The Welsh stove company Chilli Penguin has built a solid reputation for its compact multi-fuel stoves that are easy to operate and do not require flue draught. They also manufacture a range of stoves that are suitable for yurts and housesboats. The company is committed to creating eco-friendly products and has worked hard to achieve the highest standards of environmental performance with their stoves.
This particular model is an updated version of their Go Eco stove. It features a large-screen glass window that provides a large flame view, and an airwash system to keep the glass clear. The stove is DEFRA certified and meets the Ecodesign requirements to be classified as an 'Energy-Saving Stove'. fireplacesandstove.com comes with ClearSkies level five credentials that result in lower emissions than open fires. (See the tech table below).
This top loading stove has a large glass window, perfect to boil water. Its minimalist design allows it to be used in both a contemporary and cosy room. The stove has a single air knob that lets you increase the air volume when fully opened, and manage it more precisely when it is closed.
It lit easily and quickly began to heat the room even on a cold night. It was a joy to fire up and it only took about half an hour to get the temperature to a point where we felt at ease in a lounge. The process of combustion was safe and there was not any smoke. The stove is easy to operate and the large log capacity allows it to easily heat a medium or larger sized room.
5. Esse 700 Vista
The largest of the Vista range, this DEFRA approved multi fuel stove from ESSE is ideal for larger fireplaces or as a freestanding focal point. It can be used to heat a room with a power of up to 5kW. The body of steel is stylish and durable. It also features a stunning large-screen viewing window that can display the flames within. This model has an airwash that has been heated to assist in keeping the glass clear, and it can be upgraded to Autoblaze, allowing it to light automatically by using an air jet.
The stove features an angled combustion system and dual-position riddling grates to provide a more efficient burn. It is environmentally friendly with low emissions and an energy efficiency of 80.3%. It's also easy to maintain with simple controls and a convenient shaker grates.
This ESSE wood-burning stove is built with a traditional English cottage style and large glass views of the flames. It can be set up as a back-flue or front-flue stove. Additionally, it can be equipped with an External Air Intake kit for airtight homes. This add-on creates a airtight flue that allows the stove to draw outside air to reach its maximum efficiency.
This British-made stove provides outstanding heat performance and stunning flame patterns. It can be used with logs, pellets as well as solid fuel. It can be operated using an electronic remote control. It's an DEFRA approved stove and comes in a black or enamel finish.