7kw Multi Fuel Stove
There are a variety of options for multi-fuel stoves with 7kw, depending on the size of the room and how much heat is required. Certain models can be combined with a boiler to provide complete home heating solutions. This can lower energy costs.
small multi fuel stove uk is DEFRA certified which means it can be used to burn smokeless and wood fuels in zones of smoke control. It has a large viewing window and comes with a five-year warranty.
1. Portway Rochester
The Rochester Multi Fuel Stove is a contemporary classic constructed with high-quality castings. Its door is adorned with an elegant curve design. The Rochester comes with a choice of 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 at a maximum output of 7kW. Optional Output Reducing Bricks are available to reduce the maximum heat output to 5kW making this stove suitable for larger rooms.
This Rochester Multi-Fuel Stove has all modern features that aid with combustion and controllability. With primary and secondary air controls at the front of the stove it is simple to set the rate of combustion of the flame to suit the conditions of your room and fuel. The large window for viewing displays lively flames in the fuels, either smokeless or logs and a fully-active Airwash system ensures that the glass is free of any traces of. The Rochester can handle logs up to a maximum of 250mm (10") in length. It also has an externally controlled riddling mechanism, which makes it ideal for burning wood or smokeless fuels.
The Rochester is SIA Eco Design 2022 ready and can be used with a range of woods and smokeless fuels including 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 run than open fires. The Rochester is supplied with a five-year guarantee.
2. Ash
The Ecosy+ range has been developed with the Clean Burn technology which ensures you get the most heat and durability from your fuel. This feature is able to re-burn gasses and smoke that your logs emit and then sprays air over your fire and glass to keep it clean. This means that you don't have to refill your stove frequently, making it one of the most cost effective multifuel stoves available.
The Ash is also a great option due to its large ashpan that can be removed for easy maintenance. It also comes with a multi-fuel grate that lets you to burn smokeless or wood coal at the same time, and has a tertiary inlet that can further boost the efficiency of combustion. It is a DEFRA approved and Ecodesign-compliant stove with clearSkies level five certification, which means it produces 90 % less emissions than a traditional open fire and 80 per cent less than a stove that is not exempt from DEFRA.
The contemporary design with its sleek straight lines is ideal for any type of fireplace or home. It can be fitted into a recessed fireplace or an existing chimney opening. The clean lines also make it an ideal choice for a modern flat wall or any space that you wish to integrate the stove into your home's design.
Calculate the power output of your room by measuring its volume in cubic meters and dividing it by 14 for rooms with good insulation 12 for rooms that are standard-insulated and 10 for rooms with bad insulation. Add another 20% to your 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 name for its small multi-fuel stoves that are easy to operate and do not require flue draught. The company also makes stoves for houseboats, yurts and other smaller spaces. The company is committed to making eco-friendly products and has worked hard to achieve high levels 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 for a big flame view as well as an airwash system that keeps the glass clear. The stove is DEFRA-approved and meets the Ecodesign requirement to qualify as an 'Energy-Saving' stove. It also is a the level five ClearSkies credentials, achieving significantly lower emissions than traditional open-fires (see the tech table below).
This top loading stove has an enormous glass window, perfect for boiling water. Its minimalist design is suitable for an elegant and comfortable 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 simple to operate and maintain.
It lit with ease and quickly started to throw warm air into the room even in the middle of a cold winter evening. It was a pleasure to start up and it took only about 30 minutes to get the temperature up to a point where we could feel comfortable in the lounge. The process of combustion was clean, with an apparent absence of smoke. The stove is simple to use and has a huge capacity of logs that can be used to provide warmth to rooms of medium to larger dimensions.
5. Esse 700 Vista
The largest of the Vista range, this DEFRA approved multi-fuel stove from ESSE is perfect for larger fireplaces or as a freestanding focal point. With the power of up to 5kW, it will efficiently keep a room warm and its steel body has a sleek and durable finish. It also features a stunning widescreen viewing window to display the flames within. This model comes with a pre-heated secondary airwash for keeping the glass clean, and it can be upgraded to Autoblaze that allows it to automatically light using an air jet.
The stove comes with an angled combustion system, and dual-position riddling grates for a more efficient burn. It can handle a huge amount of wood and is designed to be eco sustainable thanks to its low emissions and energy efficiency of up to 80.3 per cent. It's also easy to maintain using simple controls and a convenient shaker grate.
This ESSE wood-burning stove features a classic English cottage design and a large view of the flames through the glass. It can be used as a back-flue stove or front-flue stove. Additionally, it can be equipped with an External Air Intake kit for airtight homes. This add-on creates an airtight flue system that allows the stove to draw outdoor air to achieve its maximum efficiency.
This British-made stove offers an excellent heat performance and stunning flame patterns. It can be used with pellets, logs as well as solid fuel. It can be operated with a remote control. It's an DEFRA approved stove and comes in a black or an enamel finish.