Kitchen Range Hoods
Kitchen range hoods are a great addition to a kitchen. They eleminate the stale lingering odors in clothes and furniture that come with cooking. But when thinking about kitchen range hoods to buy, there are a few things that need to be considered in order for you to get the most out of your money. Here are a few of the most important things that you need to think about when shopping for a kitchen range hood.
Efficiency
A great hood should be strong enough to pull out any contaminating odors or gases that occur naturally while cooking, and it should also have enough power to reduce the greasy build up around the range when you are cooking too. You can check the efficiency of the hood by looking at the manufacturers specifications. CFM means ‘cubic feet per meter’, and a CFM rating will tell you how much ir is moved per minute. This is not 100% accurate however as the actual number will depend on how airtight your kitchen is as well, but it is a pretty good indicator. You will be paying mofe money for a higher CFM rating, but it is worth the money if you can pay for it.
Styles
There are different styles of hood for every type of kitchen there is. You need to make sure you are choosing a hood that fits the size, function, and style specifications of your kicthen. Here are a few of the most popular designs that you can choose from.
• Under Cabinet Hoods
This is the emost popular style and therefore it has the most variety in things like colour, size, and features. Under cabinet hoods are, in general, easier to install but they do still require electrical work and need ventilation ducting installed. The price for this type of hood ranges between $200 and $900.
• Wall Mount Hoods
Wall mounts go on walls where there are currently no cabinets. These types of hoods are very heavy and large and they need professional installation. Now these models are more expensive, but they offer much more for your money in terms of features and quality. If you have powerful cooking equipment you will need to match this with a deep canopy to catch all the odor and the smoke. The price range for ankitchenor peninsula vent is between $650 and $1,800.
• Liner Insert Vent Hoods
Liner insert vents are becoming very popular these days. This is because they can be hidden in with custom built cabinets to create or keep a uniformed and ordered look to the kitchen. You will need to work with your designer to find the right fit for your kitchen. The price for this type of hood ranges between $300 and $900.
• Island or Peninsula Vent Hoods
Island or peninsula hoods are a dramatic and very design oriented choice. They can create a great focal point for your kitchen and are a great option when your range or grill is set into an island in the middle of your kitchen. They vent up through a chimney and need ducting that will run above the ceiling, and to an outside wall. The price for island or peninsula hoods ranges at $1,200 to $2,200.