7kw Multi Fuel Stove
There are a myriad of options for 7kw multi-fuel stoves, depending on the size of the room as well as the amount of heat required. Certain models can be paired with a boiler for complete home heating solutions and can reduce energy consumption substantially.
This is a DEFRA-approved product which means it can be used in smoke control zones when burning wood or other smokeless fuels. It is backed by a five-year warranty and a large view window.
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 available in plain black or polished silver finish. This 'A-rated' Rochester stove can be used in Smoke Control Areas as recommended by DEFRA, and has an output of maximum 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 is with the latest and innovative features designed to aid combustion and controllability. With primary and secondary air controls situated on the front of the stove it is simple to adjust the burn rate of the flame to suit the conditions of your room and fuel. The large viewing window displays bright flames from the wood or smokeless fuels whilst a fully active Airwash system ensures that the glass is clear of any deposits. The Rochester can take logs up to a maximum of 250mm (10") in length and comes with an externally controlled riddling mechanism, which makes it ideal for burning wood and smokeless fuels.
The Rochester is SIA Eco Design Ready 2022 and can be used with a variety of logs and smokeless materials like anthracite. Eco-design stoves produce significantly less emissions than older appliances and open fires and they are 3 times more efficient than an open fire which means they cost much less to operate. The Rochester is backed by a five-year warranty.
2. Ash
The Ecosy+ range is fitted with the Clean Burn Technology that ensures maximum heat and durability from your fuel. This feature re-burns gasses as well as smoke produced 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's among the most affordable multifuel stoves on the market.
Other features that make the Ash an excellent choice include an enormous ash pan that can be removed for easy maintenance and a multi-fuel grates that lets you burn smokeless coal and wood together and a tertiary air inlet which helps further enhance combustion efficiency. It is an DEFRA certified and Ecodesign compliant stove that has level five clearSkies qualifications, which means that it emits 90 percent less emissions than an open flame and 80 percent less than a stove that isn't exempt from DEFRA.
Its modern design and straight lines makes it suitable for any style of fireplace or home. It can be installed in a recessed firebox or you can fit it into an existing chimney opening. The clean lines also make it a great choice for a modern flat wall or space where you want to integrate the stove into your room's design.
To calculate the power output you require for your space, simply measure its volume in cubic metres and then divide by 14 for a well-insulated room, 12 for a standard insulated room, or 10 for a room with poor insulation. Then add 20 percent to your central heating system, and an additional 25 percent 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 use and require little flue draught. Chilli Penguin also makes stoves for houseboats, yurts, and other small spaces. The company is dedicated to making eco-friendly products and has worked hard to reach the highest levels of environmental performance.
This model is an upgraded version of the Go Eco stove. The stove comes with a large glass window to see the flames clearly and an airwash system that keeps the glass clean. The stove is DEFRA approved and meets the Ecodesign requirements to qualify as an 'Energy-Saving Stove'. multi fuel boiler stove has the five-level ClearSkies qualifications, achieving significantly lower emissions than traditional open fires (see the table below on technology).
It's a top-loading stove with a generous glass window that is perfect for boiling a kettle on. Its simple styling means it works well in a fresh modern setting, but it's equally at home in a cosy traditional room. It comes with an air control knob that lets the user a boost of air when fully opened and more precise control when it's closed and makes the stove easy to operate and maintain.
It was lit quickly and quickly started to throw heat into the room, even on a frosty evening. It was easy to light and only took a half 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 easy to operate and has a large log capacity that will heat a room of medium to larger dimensions.
5. Esse 700 Vista
The largest model in 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 steel body is stylish and long-lasting. It has a widescreen view glass to showcase the flames. This model also has a second airwash that is pre-heated to keep the glass clean. It can be upgraded to Autoblaze to allow it to light automatically using an air jet.
The stove features an angled combustion system as well as a dual-position riddling grate for an efficient burn. It can take a large amount of wood and is designed to be eco sustainable with its low emissions and energy efficiency of up to 80.3 per cent. It's also easy to maintain using simple controls and a practical shaker grates.
This ESSE wood burning stove has been designed with traditional English cottage style and a large glass view of the flames. It can be installed either as a back-flue or front-flue wood burning stove. For airtight homes it can be fitted with an optional External Air Intake Kit. This add-on creates a closed flue system and allows the stove to draw in air from outside to ensure it is operating at its maximum efficiency.
This British-made stove is one of the top of its kind and has a stunning flame pattern as well as excellent heating performance. It can be used with pellets, logs and solid fuel, and can be controlled with the remote control. It is a DEFRA approved stove that is available in black or enamel.