Rangehoods

What Are Rangehoods?

When cooking food, it can sometimes get charred and submerge the entire room with thick black smoke. Thus to maintain the walls, installing range hoods and splashbacks is essential. Rangehoods consist of a canopy and a fan that removes smoke emitting from the stove. 

It helps maintain the air quality and makes cleaning small kitchen appliances like water filtration systems, fridges & freezers, and ovens easier. 

Rangehoods are essential kitchen appliances to consider for those renovating their home or moving out, much like bar fridges, dishwashers, and wine fridges.  

Furthermore, commercial range hoods in restaurants can ventilate hot air, unwanted pollutants, stenches, and toxins and prevent the cooktops and benchtops from getting greasy.

Benefits Of A Kitchen Range Hood

Improved Air Quality

The indoor air quality improves as a result of a range hood. This is because the motor sucks all the polluted air and is recirculated, filtered, or carried outside. 

This helps individuals of the house to breathe better after dinner and prevent any throat irritation or causing possible eyes ailments. Studies show that using a stove without switching the range on causes higher levels of carbon monoxide in the kitchen.

Stay Comfortable

Cooking generates intense heat, which may make a kitchen very stuffy. Another tremendous advantage of range hoods is that they absorb unwanted steam and heat, making cooking more comfortable.

Less Kitchen Odor 

Switching on the range hood eliminates odors and poor ventilation, leaving a fresh feeling behind for the homeowners. 

Easier Cleanup 

Grease from cooking and excessive moisture can leave a greasy layer that is challenging to clean up without installing a range hood. A ventilation hood can help block grease from the accumulation and reduce the time involved in cleaning by half. Adequate ventilation also aids in the prevention of mould growth and bacteria, which is advantageous to those with asthma or allergies.

Additional Lighting 

An overhead range hood provides extra lighting for food handling and preparation. Cleaning up is also facilitated by sufficient lighting. Depending on the model, lighting options might span from basic to advanced. 

Duct Or Recirculate?

When installing a range hood, one can install it in a recirculating mode or ducted mode. 

The steam and odours are driven outside in ducted mode. However, grease accumulation can be a safety hazard, and moisture can cause dampness and corrosion. Thus, it is now unlawful to duct into the ceilings and walls cavity.

In recirculation mode, airflow circulates back inside the kitchen after passing through charcoal or carbon filters. Odors and grease are taken care of, but the moisture eventually returns to the kitchen. Thus, it's considered a runner-up compared to duct mode. 

While recirculate mode doesn't require ducting, making it cheaper. However, a recirculating kit may need to be purchased. Essentially, charcoal and carbon filters also need to be replaced- depending on the type of food and cooking frequency. 

Cooking that primarily creates steam implies that one's filtering system will last longer than cooking which generates strong odours. The filter should be replaced every three to six months, according to the manufacturer.

Rangehoods work more effectively in ducted mode. However, ducting may not be a choice for individuals living in an apartment building; installation may be pricey.  

What Are The Different Kinds Of Range Hoods?

There's an extensive range of range hoods available in the market. The tricky question is which brand makes the best and which type would suit an individual's needs better. Below are the types of range hoods which will help confine the selection process. 

Canopy Rangehoods

These are the most prevalent style of range hoods. Canopy-shaped models look like a detached flue. Wall canopies that are installed against a wall are examples of these. 

These envelop the entire cooktop area and generally are the best performing range hood. One might install the cooktops elevated in the warming drawers or wall cabinets, so they don't have to kneel or bend down.

Undermount Rangehoods

An under-mount rangehood is installed inside the kitchen cabinet. They are hidden and unobtrusive yet a popular choice amongst homeowners. They do not necessarily cover the whole section of the cooking

Fixed Rangehood

Fixed range hoods generally cover the entire stove area. In the ducted and recirculating mode, fixed models function better as compared to retractable models. In fixed ranges, the filter area is considerably larger. It can be obtrusive if fixed at head height.  

Downdraft Ventilation

These vents ascend beneath the stovetop during use, sucking in gases and forcing them down and out of a duct. It is space-efficient but quite expensive. In addition, they are invisible when not in use.

How To Install A Range Hood

Fixing a range hood and waste disposal system is relatively straightforward if one possesses the basic technical expertise and has a power outlet nearby. If there isn't, one will need to hire an electrician. So carefully pay attention to the directions.  

An electric drill, probably a stud locator to pick the ideal anchor places inside the wall, some simple hand tools, and, preferably, assistance will be required. 

Cleaning & Maintenance Of Rangehoods

• Wash the filter regularly to eliminate grease and grime and keep airflow continuous
• Replace the carbon filter every three to six months
• Turn off the range hood and use a degreaser for regular clean-ups
• Clean the vent to avoid impairing functionality 
• Inspect the bearings of the motor to ensure smooth functioning 

If you need assistance to find the right rangehoods for your home or office, ArchiPro provides a connection to the various professionals, ready to assist with all requirements and questions. Simply click "Contact supplier" on the product's page, or visit the supplier's website directly from the product's page.