How to choose a hood for the kitchen: types of mechanism, choice of material

The main differences between inclined models

From the name it is clear that the working plane of kitchen hoods is not horizontal in relation to the stove, but is located at an angle. Thanks to this compact design, it is more comfortable to be near the stove, as there is a “reserve” in height. And in order for the exposed air intake to look neat, designers are coming up with more and more new design options for hoods, turning them into a real decoration of the kitchen.

Among specialists, inclined or vertical hoods are also called perimeter hoods, since they suck in air through holes located along the contour of the decorative door of the portal. The principle of their operation is based on the basic laws of aerodynamics, according to which the air flow, passing a bottleneck, increases its speed. This is exactly what happens in the cracks left around the perimeter of the exhaust opening, and thanks to this acceleration, dirt does not accumulate on the edges of the door, but is sent straight to the filters.

Other advantages of inclined devices are rather due to their belonging to the latest generation exhaust systems. All the most advanced technologies and effective ideas have already been implemented here:

• Quiet mode down to barely perceptible noise;
• Convenient control methods;
• A large number of operating modes;
• High performance with lower power consumption;
• Programming and automation of work processes.

Also, inclined models are more diverse in terms of the use of materials. In addition to standard metal and plastic, structures can be made of heat-resistant glass or ceramics, painted in bright colors, and decorated with figured overlays. Some devices don’t even look like a range hood – rather, they look like a plasma TV screen or a stylish kitchen accessory.

Possibilities and benefits

The performance of the equipment does not depend on the shape of the structure; in order to choose the optimal inclined hood, you need to take into account the features of the filter components and engine power. In particular, a good reason to buy a straight model would be the desire to arrange it in a wall cabinet if there is no other place in the kitchen. In other cases, it is better to pay attention to diagonal variations that have an attractive design and high build quality.

Spacious rooms are usually equipped with dome products characterized by increased power. Small spaces, on the contrary, are equipped with compact equipment that has convenient touch controls. When choosing, you just need to clearly set priorities and understand the advantages that an inclined hood attracts:

• significant savings in usable space. Thanks to its use in the interior of the kitchen, a refined and light style is created;
• the presence of flexible control modes, the presence of several air purification speeds;
• extensive built-in options, the most common of which are a timer, delayed start, automatic shutdown, filter clogging sensor and others;
• fast and economical installation.

What is most striking is the high performance with low noise levels - this is the main advantage of the products in question. The only downside may be the long search for a model that will fit perfectly into a very narrow area, less than 60 cm.

Functions

Some vertical models provide for operation only in recirculation mode, that is, through filters, but without removing moist and polluted air. On the other hand, this simplifies installation and saves some more space. If it is possible to organize an air duct in the room, it is better to use inclined systems that completely clean the kitchen of smoke and food odors.

There are also combined hoods that can operate in two filtration modes. They are more expensive, but they allow you to choose the method of air purification depending on a particular type of work. For example, it is better to fry fish and cutlets with complete smoke removal, but you can cook pasta or quickly reheat a dish using the recirculation mode.

In addition to the usual on/off and fan speed selection, inclined hoods can be equipped with various additional options:

• Filter control is a particularly important function for recirculating models, the effectiveness of which directly depends on the condition of the cartridges.
• Automatic mode switching - the hood itself will determine at what power level it needs to work, when it should turn on or off.
• Timer operation – allows you to set a program that the equipment will execute.

In the case where the kitchen is an extension of a large room, for example, a living room or dining room, it makes sense to purchase an inclined hood with a remote control.

Types of corner hoods

This design is relevant if the cooking stove is located in the corner of the kitchen. Corner kitchen hoods come in different types:

• circular;
• flow-through;
• combined.

Suspended models of all the above types are almost always connected to the air duct. But some models can work in circular mode, although this is extremely rare. Each kitchen corner hood has its own special design and therefore will easily fit into a kitchen of any style, be it ultra-modern, classic or retro interior.

The white corner hood fits perfectly into the kitchen design

The most common are combined models. They combine all the advantages of these devices. But in addition to the type, it is important to consider the technical characteristics. One of the main characteristics is the level of noise produced, and for all types it is different and amounts to 40-60 dB. But for the most powerful devices this figure may be higher.

Circulating corner hood

It operates in circulation mode. That is, air is sucked into it using a fan, but before that it passes through several filters. After completing this procedure, the purified air is returned to the room. The advantage of this method is that the air does not cool during the cleaning process, which is especially valuable on cold days. The level of air purification with such a device reaches approximately 75%.

The hood is an indispensable element in the kitchen

In such a system, 2 filters are installed: first, a coarse, reusable or disposable filter. After passing through it, the air enters a fine filter, the service life of which can reach six months. Disposable filters are most often made of padding polyester or even paper.

The inconvenience of using them is that when they become dirty, they need to be thrown away, and therefore there is a need to purchase new ones. It is better to immediately purchase reusable filters. They are made of aluminum or acrylic. When such a filter becomes dirty, it must be removed from the hood, simply rinsed under running water and then replaced.

Flow corner hood

A system of this type is much more efficient than one that operates on a circular principle. It is capable of providing 100% air purification from all impurities and odors contained in it. Connects to the kitchen ventilation shaft. There is only one filter in the flow hood. This can be a grease filter device or a coarse filter.

Corner white hood with lighting

A combined hood may contain both cleaning methods described above in its design. Also, different types of filters can be installed in corner hoods for kitchens of this type. This device allows you to obtain 100% air purification.

Selection rules

Since the main purpose of exhaust equipment is to promptly and completely remove “dirty” air from the cooking zone, it is primarily required to have appropriate performance. To determine it, it is enough to multiply the kitchen area by the height and by two constant coefficients: 12 and 1.3. The result is the main characteristics of the hood that are optimal for your home.

Despite the compact size of inclined models, their dimensions must be clearly selected in accordance with the characteristics of the kitchen itself. Here several conditions must be met simultaneously:

• The height of the lower edge of the hood should be at least 55 cm from the gas stove, and at least 40 cm from the electric stove.
• It is advisable to position models with outlets so that the outlet is above the level of the wall cabinets - this will allow the chimney to be laid unnoticed and with a minimum number of bends.
• The length of the vertical outlets themselves should be correlated with the height of the ceilings and the location of the exhaust panel on the wall.

Once you have decided on the basic parameters of the equipment, the desired functionality and the available way of working, you will definitely not go wrong with your choice. The appearance of the hood will depend only on the style of interior design. Inclined panels attract more attention than classic domed models, so the selection of colors and materials is an important step.

Optimal inclined hood: tips for choosing

Before purchasing a hood, you need to familiarize yourself with some recommendations.

• Productivity of the device. In order to calculate the required power, you can use the formula V*12*1.3, where V is the volume of the kitchen.
• Dimensions and shape of the device. There are certain standards for placing hoods above hobs: gas stove - 50-60 cm; electric – 40-50 cm. When attaching the device, these parameters cannot be neglected.
• The material from which the hood is made must fully comply with the specifics of the kitchen and not require complex maintenance.
• Models with decorative casing. When purchasing such hoods, it is necessary to most accurately measure the height of the ceilings.

  

Review of popular models

Krona Simona-600

One of the quietest series of the Italian brand, producing about 44 dB, although its productivity is above average (900 m3/h). The design provides touch control, 3 speed modes, a grease trap contamination indicator and a pair of halogen lamps. There are simply no bad reviews about it - the equipment is really high quality and easy to use. However, housewives are talking about this inclined model, which turns on the filter indication even when it is slightly dirty. The cost is about 36 thousand rubles.

Zorg Fabia

Zorg Technology offers a solution that is cheaper and at the same time much more effective. The Fabia model, with the same width of 60 cm, has a capacity of 1000 m3/h and 5 operating modes. But its noise level is noticeably lower - only 34.5 dB. Black metal against the background of a milky-white decorative screen gives the inclined hood an original look. All this splendor costs 33 thousand rubles.

Gorenje DVG 65W

The hood, which has earned rave reviews from its owners, impresses not only with its stylish white design, but also with its very quiet operation and a very serious productivity of 720 m3/h. At the first speed it is practically silent, its sound becomes audible at the third, and only at the maximum it reaches 66 dB. An excellent combined model with touch control for owners of kitchens with an area of ​​20-25 m2. Price – 27,500 rub.

Pyramida BT-600

The popular and almost “folk” brand Pyramida was one of the first to enter the market of affordable equipment with its inclined hoods. The BT-600 model turned out to be very easy to use and therefore included in our review. Its main difference from many more famous systems is the non-standard design of the door, behind which the filters are hidden:

• It is completely independent and opens without any effort with a simple press.
• There is no need to hold it with your hand during maintenance - there are special stops for this.
• In the working position, the door is recessed into the housing, barely protruding beyond its plane.

Pyramida BT-600, thanks to the built-in motor with a double impeller, has a good performance of 850 m3/h. Quite quiet - at the maximum third speed it produces a sound no louder than 49 dB. The only weak point that owners note in their reviews is the poor placement of the backlight. The hood body itself prevents full illumination of the hob. Price – about 15 thousand rubles.

The future clearly belongs to wall-mounted vertical exhaust systems. They are no longer inferior to bulky umbrellas of dome models, superior to them in ergonomics and appearance.

We just have to wait until the price of new equipment reaches an acceptable level, and inclined hoods will displace the snarling “monsters” of the first generation from our kitchens.

Island kitchen hood: how to choose the best option

The algorithm of actions proposed in this section will help you not to miss important points and characteristics and choose the most suitable option for an island hood.

1. Initially, it is necessary to determine what type of operation the unit is needed - recirculation or flow-through. It should be based on the technical conditions of the room.
2. Next, you will need to take measurements of the gas surface and compare it with the dimensions of the hood.
3. Calculate the required power.
4. Select control type: push-button, touch, remote, slider, electronic. It is worth remembering that models with rectangular umbrella and dome parts can have two control panels, while an island round hood can have only one.
5. Determine the noise limit (above 50 dB is not recommended).
6. Outline the desired additional functions: timer, filter contamination indicator, sensor providing protective shutdown, backlight, etc.
7. Browse the models offered on the Internet, go to the store, having an idea of ​​​​the design of the hood. Among the huge number of proposals, there is sure to be a model that suits all parameters.

A properly selected hood will solve three problems at once: it will decorate the interior, purify the air and illuminate the hob. For this to happen, you should know everything about possible models and the features of their functioning. Better yet, try and listen to the technology in action. And then not a single, even the most highly professional, manager will impose his opinion. And your own perception will be based on certain knowledge, and not just on visualization and taste.

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