7kw Multi Fuel Stove
There are many options for multi-fuel stoves with 7kw, depending on the size of the room as well as the amount of heat required. Some models can be combined with a boiler to offer the complete home heating solution. This can help reduce the cost of energy.
This model is DEFRA certified which means it can be used to burn smokeless and wood fuels in zones of smoke control. It comes with a large view window and comes with a five-year warranty.
1. Portway Rochester
The Rochester Multi Fuel Stove is a modern classic made with high-quality castings. Its door features a stunning curve design. The Rochester can be purchased with a choice between a polished silver or plain black finish for the cast-in trim. This 'A' rated Rochester stove is suitable for use in Smoke Control Areas, as suggested by DEFRA and operates with a maximum heat output of 7kW. Optional Output Reducing Bricks are offered to reduce the maximum heat output to 5kW making this stove ideal for larger rooms.
This Rochester Multi-Fuel Stove has all the latest features to assist with the control of combustion and also to improve control. The primary and secondary air controls are located on the stove's front making it simple to adjust the rate of combustion according to the fuel used and the ambient conditions. The large viewing glass showcases vibrant flames on logs or smokeless materials and a fully-active airwash system helps keep it free of any deposits. The Rochester can take logs up to 250mm (10") in length and comes with an externally controlled riddling mechanism, making it ideal for burning wood or smokeless fuels.
The Rochester is SIA Eco Design Ready 2022 and can be used for a variety logs or smokeless materials including anthracite. Eco-design stoves produce significantly less emissions than older appliances or open fires. They are also 3 times more efficient and less expensive to run than open fires. The Rochester is backed by a five-year warranty.
2. Ash
The Ecosy+ range has been expertly developed with an Clean Burn technology which ensures you get the most energy and long-lasting use from your fuel. This feature is able to re-burn gasses and smoke generated by your logs and then sprays air over the glass and your fire to keep it clean. This means you don't have to refill your stove as frequently. It is one of the most cost-effective multifuel stoves on the market.
Other features that make the Ash the best choice are an ash pan that is large and removable to make maintenance easy, a multi fuel grate to allow you to burn smokeless coal and wood together, and a tertiary air inlet that helps increase the efficiency of combustion. It is an DEFRA approved and Ecodesign compliant stove that has level five clearSkies credentials, meaning that it produces 90 % less emissions than an open fire and 80 percent less than a stove that isn't exempt from DEFRA.
The modern design with its clean, straight lines is suitable for any fireplace or home. It can be installed in a recessed firebox or you could fit it into an existing chimney opening. The clean lines make it an ideal choice for a modern flat wall or space where you want to integrate the stove with your room's architecture.
Calculate the power output of your home by measuring its volume in cubic meters and then dividing it by 14 for rooms with good insulation 12 for rooms with standard insulation or 10 for rooms with poor insulation. Add another 20% for your central heating and an additional 25% for hot water usage.
4. Chilli Penguin 4.7
The Welsh stove manufacturer 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 produces stoves for yurts, houseboats, and other small spaces. The company is committed to producing environmentally friendly products and has worked hard to achieve high levels of environmental performance with their stoves.
This model is an upgraded version of the Go Eco stove. The stove comes with a large glass window so that you can see the flames clearly and an airwash system that keeps the glass clean. The stove is DEFRA-approved, and is in compliance with the Ecodesign requirements to be classified as an 'Energy Saving' stove. It also is a the five-level ClearSkies credentials, achieving significantly lower emissions than traditional open fires (see the table below for the technology).
It's a top-loading stove with a large glass window that is perfect for boiling a kettle on. Its simple styling means it works well in a fresh design, but it's equally at home in a cosy traditional space. It comes with a single air control knob that lets the user a boost of air when fully opened and finer control when closed down and makes the stove easy to use and maintain.
double sided multifuel stove sparked up effortlessly and soon began to pour warm air into the room even in a cold evening. It was enjoyable to start up and it only took about 30 minutes to get the temperature to a point where we felt comfortable in a lounge. The process of combustion was safe and there was not any smoke. The stove is simple to operate and has a large capacity for logs that can warm a room from medium to larger size.
5. Esse 700 Vista
The largest in the popular Vista range, this DEFRA approved multi-fuel stove from ESSE is perfect for larger fireplaces or as an independent focal point. It can heat the room with a capacity of up to 5kW. The steel body is sleek and durable. It also has a beautiful large-screen viewing window that can display the flames within. This model has a secondary airwash that is pre-heated to keep the glass clean. It can also be upgraded to Autoblaze to enable it to light by air jets.
The stove features an angled combustion system, as well as a dual-position riddling grate that provides a more effective burn. It can handle a huge amount of wood and is designed to be environmentally friendly thanks to its low emissions and energy efficiency of up to 80.3 percent. It's also easy to maintain using simple controls and a practical shaker grates.
This ESSE wood-burning stove is designed with traditional English cottage charm and an expansive glass view of the flames. It can be set up as a back-flue stove, or a front-flue stove, and it can be fitted with the optional External Air Intake kit to create airtight homes. This add-on creates a closed flue system that allows the stove to draw in outdoor air to help it reach its maximum efficiency.
This British-made stove is among the best in its class and offers a fantastic flame pattern and exceptional heat performance. It can be used with logs, pellets as well as solid fuel. It can be controlled with a remote control. It's a DEFRA approved stove that is available in a black or enamel finish.