There are a variety of choices for 7kw multi-fuel stoves, depending on the size of the room and how much heat is required. Certain models can be combined with a boiler to offer the complete home heating solution. This can lower energy costs.
This is a DEFRA approved model that means it can be used in smoke control zones when burning wood or other smokeless fuels. It comes with a five year warranty and a large glass for viewing.
1. Portway Rochester
The Rochester multi fuel boiler stove Fuel Stove is a modern classic made with high-quality castings. Its door is adorned with a stunning curve design. The Rochester also comes with a selection of cast-in trim that is available 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 operates at a maximum output of 7kW. Optional Output Reducing Bricks are available to reduce the maximum heat output to 5kw defra multifuel stove making this stove perfect for larger rooms.
This Rochester Multi-Fuel Stove is full of the latest innovative features designed to aid combustion and controllability. The primary and secondary air controls are located on the front of the stove making it simple to adjust the burn rate to suit the fuel and the ambient conditions. The large glass display displays vibrant flames on the wood or other smokeless materials, while a fully-active Airwash system ensures that it is free of any deposits. The Rochester can take logs that are up to 250mm (10″) in length. It comes with an externally controlled riddling mechanism that 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 smokeless materials like anthracite. Eco-design stoves produce a lot less emissions than older appliances and open fires, and they are 3 times more efficient than open fires which means they cost much less to operate. The Rochester is supplied with a 5 year warranty.
2. Ash
The Ecosy+ range has been designed with an Clean Burn technology which ensures that you get the highest energy and long-lasting use from your fuel. This feature re-burns gasses as well as smoke generated by your logs and then sprays air onto your fire and glass in order to keep it clean. This means you don’t have to refill your stove as often. It’s one of the most cost-effective multifuel stove 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 and a multi fuel stove-fuel grates that lets you burn wood and smokeless coal together, and a secondary air inlet to improve the efficiency of combustion. It is a DEFRA approved and Ecodesign-compliant stove with clearSkies level five credentials. This means that it produces 90% less emissions than a traditional open fire and 80% less than a stove that’s not exempt from DEFRA.
Its modern design with straight lines makes it suitable for any type of home or fireplace. It can be installed into an existing fireplace with a recess or existing chimney opening. The sleek lines make it an ideal choice for modern flat walls or a space where you want to integrate the stove into your room’s design.
Calculate the power output of your room by measuring its size in cubic meters and dividing it by 14 for rooms with good insulation 12 for rooms that are standard-insulated or 10 for rooms with poor insulation. Add a further 20 per cent for central heating systems and another 25 percent 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 use and do not require flue draught. The company also makes stoves for houseboats, yurts, and other smaller spaces. The company is dedicated to creating 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. It features a large-screen glass window for a big flame view and has an airwash system to keep the glass clear. The stove is DEFRA approved and meets the Ecodesign specifications to qualify as an ‘Energy-Saving Stove’. It also has 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 flat glass window that is perfect for boiling a kettle on. Its simple design means it can be used in a contemporary contemporary setting but it looks equally at home in a cozy traditional room. It comes with one air control knob that lets you boost air when it’s fully opened, and greater control when closed making the stove simple to operate and maintain.
It quickly and easily lit up and began to warm the room, even on a frosty night. It was simple to light and took only a half hour to reach the temperature we wanted in the lounge. The combustion process was clear and there was no smoke. The stove is very simple to operate and the huge log capacity means it will easily heat a medium or larger-sized room.
5. Esse 700 Vista
This multi-fuel stove is the largest in ESSE’s popular Vista range. It is ideal for larger fireplaces, or as an accent piece. With the power of up to 5kW, it will easily keep a room warm, and its steel body has a sleek and durable finish. It also features a stunning, widescreen viewing window to showcase the flames inside. This model comes with a pre-heated secondary airwash for keeping the glass clear, and it is also upgradeable to Autoblaze, allowing it to light automatically using an air jet.
The stove has an angled combustion system, and dual-position riddling grates to provide a more efficient burn. It is also environmentally friendly, with a low emission and an energy efficiency of 80.3%. It’s also easy to maintain thanks to simple controls and a practical shaker grate.
This ESSE wood burning stove is built with a classic English cottage style and large glass views of the flames. It can be used as a front-flue or a back-flue wood burning stove. For airtight homes it can be equipped with an External Air Intake Kit. This add-on creates a closed flue system, allowing the stove to draw in air from outside to help it reach its maximum efficiency level.
This stove from Britain is among the best in its class and provides a spectacular flame pattern and excellent heat performance. It can be used with pellets, logs and solid fuel, and can be operated using a remote control. It’s a DEFRA approved stove and comes in a black or an enamel finish.