7kw Multi Fuel Stove
Based on the size of the room and the amount of heat required there is a broad range of 7kw multi fuel stove options. Some models can be used in conjunction with a boiler to provide home heating solutions and can help reduce energy costs significantly.
This model is DEFRA certified and can be used to burn smokeless and wood fuels in zones of smoke control. It has a large viewing window and is covered by a five-year warranty.
1. Portway Rochester
The Rochester Multi Fuel Stove is an elegant classic that is made of high-quality castings. The door has a beautiful curve design. The Rochester also comes with a selection of cast-in trim in polished silver or plain black finish. This A-rated Rochester stove is suitable for use in Smoke Control Areas, as recommended by DEFRA and can operate at a maximum output of 7kW. Optional Output Reducing Bricks are offered to reduce the maximum heat output to 5kW, making this stove perfect for larger rooms.
This Rochester Multi-Fuel Stove is full of the latest innovative features designed to aid combustion and control. With small multi fuel stove and secondary air controls in the front of the stove, it is easy to adjust the burn rate of the fire to match the room and fuel conditions. The large viewing glass showcases vibrant flames on wood or other materials that are smokeless and an active Airwash system ensures that it is free of any deposits. The Rochester can accommodate log lengths up to 250mm (10'') and boasts an externally controlled riddling mechanism, which is ideal for burning wood or smokeless fuels.
The Rochester is SIA Eco Design Ready 2022 and can be used with a variety of logs and smokeless materials including anthracite. Eco-design stoves emit significantly less emissions than older appliances or open fires. They are also three times more efficient and less expensive to run than open flames. The Rochester is supplied with a 5-year warranty.
2. Ash
The Ecosy+ range comes with a Clean Burn Technology that ensures maximum heat and longevity from your fuel. This feature is able to re-burn gasses and smoke generated by your logs and then sprays air over your glass and fire in order to keep it clean. This means that you won't have to refill your stove as often. It's one of the most cost-effective multifuel stoves available.
Other features that make the Ash an excellent choice include a large removable ash pan to make maintenance easy and a multi-fuel grill that allows you to burn smokeless coal and wood together and a tertiary air inlet to increase the efficiency of combustion. It is a DEFRA-approved, Ecodesign-compliant stove that has clearSkies level five credentials. This means it emits 90% less emissions than a traditional open-fire, and more than 80% less than a stove that is not exempt from DEFRA.
Its contemporary design with clean straight lines makes it a good fit for any style of home or fireplace. It can be set up in a firebox that is recessed, or you could fit it into an existing chimney opening. Its clean lines make it a great option for a modern-looking wall or area, where you want the stove to blend in with your room'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 and 10 for rooms with bad insulation. Add a further 20 percent to your central heating system and a further 25 per cent for hot water use.
4. Chilli Penguin 4.7
The Welsh stove company Chilli Penguin has built a solid reputation for its compact multi-fuel stoves. They are easy to operate and have low requirements for flue draught. They also manufacture a range of stoves that are perfect for yurts and houseboats. The company is committed to making eco-friendly products and has been working to attain high standards of environmental performance with their stoves.
This particular model is an updated version of their Go Eco stove. The stove features a large glass window so that you can clearly see the flames and an airwash system that ensures the glass is clean. The stove is DEFRA-approved, and has the Ecodesign requirement to qualify as an energy-saving stove. It also comes with ClearSkies level five certifications, achieving lower emissions than open fires. (See the table below for the technology below).
It's a top-loading stove with a generous glass window that is perfect to boil a kettle on. Its simple styling means it is ideal for a modern design, but it's equally at home in a cozy traditional space. It has a single air control knob that gives you boost air when it's fully opened, and greater control when closed and makes the stove easy to operate and maintain.
It sparked up effortlessly and soon began to pour warm air into the room even on a frosty evening. It was a pleasure to start up and it took just 30 minutes to get the temperature to a level where we felt comfortable in a lounge. The combustion process was very clean, with a noticeable absence of smoke. The stove is very easy to operate and the large log capacity ensures it can efficiently heat a medium to larger sized room.
5. Esse 700 Vista
This multi-fuel stove is the biggest of ESSE's Vista range. It is perfect for larger fireplaces, or as an accent piece. It can heat rooms with a power of up to 5kW. The steel body is stylish and long-lasting. It also features a stunning, widescreen viewing window to show the flames inside. This model also has a second airwash that is pre-heated to ensure that the glass is clean. It can also be upgraded to Autoblaze to enable it to light by air jets.
The stove features an angled combustion system and an adjustable riddling grate that provides a more effective burn. It is also environmentally friendly with a low emission and an energy efficiency of 80.3%. It is easy to maintain with simple controls and an easily accessible shaker grate.
This ESSE wood burning stove has been designed with classic English cottage style and a large glass view of the flames. It can be set up as a back-flue stove or front-flue stove, and it can be equipped with the optional External Air Intake kit that is ideal for airtight homes. This add-on creates a closed flue system, allowing the stove to draw in air from outside to ensure it is operating at its highest efficiency.
This stove from Britain is among the top models in its class and offers a fantastic flame pattern and exceptional heat performance. It is operated with a remote control and is suitable for logs, pellets and solid fuels. It's a DEFRA approved stove that is available in black or enamel finish.