'Defra' Exempt & 'Ecodesign'(2022) Approved, High Efficiency Wood Burning Stoves - Supplied And Installed By a 'HETAS Approved' Retailer.
We are a family run business with over 25 years’ experience based centrally in Solihull. At Fusion Fireplace & Stove Specialist we offer premier brands from the finest and most respected wood burning stove manufacturers around today, including Contura, Heta, ACR, Archer, Stovax and Parkray. These and many fireplaces, hearth materials and wooden beams are on view in our Solihull showroom, including live displays. For more information email us at: enquiries@fusion-heating.co.uk
Our showroom is situated on Hobs Moat Road, conveniently located just uphill from the Solihull Ice Rink. Ample parking is available at both the front and rear of the premises. We invite you to visit and discuss your ideas and requirements, while benefitting from our extensive experience in the heating industry.
All building & construction work undertaken to complete your installation, by fully insured 'Hetas' qualified engineers.
As your HETAS-approved retail stove specialists, we are fully accredited HETAS installers, equipped to manage all building requirements necessary for your wood-burning stove installation. Simon Wood, Managing Director of Fusion Home Heating Ltd, is a HETAS-accredited installer who personally oversees every installation project.
We offer fireplace chamber lining with a range of decorative materials, including brick, limestone, fire board, and split slate tiles. Our product range also includes wooden beams in various styles, sizes, and colours, as well as hearth options in slate, granite, limestone, and more. Additionally, we can construct false chimney breasts and install stoves in all types of property, including conservatories and extensions.
We offer first-class chimney sweeping to clean your wood-burning stove's flue.
We provide services across Solihull, Birmingham, Coventry, Warwickshire, Tamworth, Redditch, Stratford-upon-Avon, Lichfield, Worcester, and Droitwich Spa.
If you are considering purchasing a new log burning stove or wood burning fireplace, Fusion Fireplace & Stove Specialist in Solihull offers an exceptional selection. In response to the rising demand for wood burning stoves and multifuel stoves in urban areas, we feature a curated collection of leading brands that provide DEFRA approved and Ecodesign ready stoves suitable for use in smoke controlled zones.
Our extensive range includes more than thirty wood burning and multi-fuel stoves, along with live displays. Visitors are invited to explore our elegant fireplace settings in Stone, Timber, and Marble, all accompanied by knowledgeable guidance from our dedicated and experienced owner, Simon Wood.
Alternative options to meet your heating needs
Fusion Fireplace & Stove Specialist also offer a range of gas fires—such as gas stoves, hole in the wall gas fires, and inset gas fires for installation into a standard sixteen inch fire opening—from brands including Gazco, Wildfire, Flavel, Legend, and Kohlangaz. We also provide electric fires and British-made marble fire surrounds known for their style, classic design, and competitive pricing.
Customer service is central to our approach, beginning from the moment clients enter our comprehensive showroom. We offer expert advice on a variety of topics, including challenging flue installations, design options, and material selections.
Once you select your appliance, we can promptly provide an estimate and schedule a visit from one of our experienced surveyors. The surveyor will assess your site to ensure a seamless installation process.
Call our showroom at 0121 7438540.
A properly maintained wood-burning stove—with the flue swept regularly and only recommended wood used—can reduce your annual energy bills by up to 30%. Fusion is committed to following all relevant regulations when advising customers about stove installation.
When selling a wood-burning stove in the UK, you must ensure both the product and the customer's planned installation meet several strict legal and environmental standards.
1. Ecodesign 2022 Compliance
All new stoves sold or installed in the UK must be Ecodesign compliant. This regulation sets minimum efficiency levels and maximum limits for pollutants such as particulate matter (PM), carbon monoxide (CO), and nitrogen oxides (NOx). Stoves must now emit no more than 3 grams of smoke per hour.
2. Smoke Control Area (SCA) & DEFRA Exemption
- Local Restrictions: You must inform customers if they live in a Smoke Control Area, where it is illegal to emit smoke from a chimney.
- DEFRA Approval: In these areas, customers can only burn wood if the stove is DEFRA-exempt (also known as DEFRA-approved). If the stove is not exempt, they are legally restricted to burning only authorised smokeless fuels.
3. Building Regulations (Approved Document J)
Installation must strictly follow Building Regulations Document J, which covers:
- Hearth Requirements: The stove must sit on a non-combustible hearth (e.g., granite, slate) at least 12mm thick, extending 300mm to the front and 150mm to the sides.
- Ventilation: Stoves with an output exceeding 5kW typically require a permanently open air vent to ensure safe combustion.
- Carbon Monoxide (CO) Alarms: A working, audible CO alarm is a legal requirement and must be installed in the same room as any new stove.
4. Installation & Certification
- Competent Person Scheme: Installations should ideally be performed by a registered professional, such as a HETAS Registered Installer, who can self-certify the work and provide a Certificate of Compliance.
- Local Authority Notification: If a non-registered installer is used, the customer must notify their local Building Control department before work starts to arrange an inspection.
5. "Ready to Burn" Fuel Standards
Advise customers that it is now illegal in England to sell wet wood (over 20% moisture) in volumes under 2m³. They should look for the Ready to Burn logo to ensure fuel quality and compliance.
