The range hood is an important part of the cooking area. It performs important functions for safety and improving the microclimate in the kitchen. Today, island kitchens are becoming more and more popular, which require an appropriate hood - island. What are its features and differences from the usual, we will find out in this article.
Features of island hoods
Island hoods have both advantages and disadvantages. But the benefits are much greater. These include:
- The ability to install anywhere, as it looks beautiful from all sides;
- Suitable for kitchen islands - a conventional hood is not suitable for them;
- A wide range of models and materials - this allows you to implement any, the most daring and interesting idea in design;
- Modern additional features - electronic control, adjustable height, illumination of the working area;
- High performance and power.
The disadvantages essentially follow from the advantages, and there are only two of them - this is increased noise (since the hood motor is powerful, but otherwise it cannot ensure clean air in a large kitchen) and higher power consumption.
Differences island hoods
Usually island hoods are installed on the ceiling, or built into a false ceiling or countertop. An important distinguishing feature is the stylish design: since the hood is mounted above the island and there is an approach to it from all sides, it is made symmetrical and beautiful from any angle. The air duct usually goes straight up, and behind the false ceiling passes at an angle and becomes horizontal. This usually increases the noise level, which can be reduced by the use of sound absorbing materials.
Forms and varieties
The shape of the hood is T-shaped, flat, and even repeating various three-dimensional geometric shapes.
- Most often there are classic ceiling models, they are placed directly above the stove.
- There are also hoods built into the countertop.
- Hoods built into the ceiling must be securely fixed to the floor slab.
- Flat models can be built into a false ceiling.
- It is important that they have good steam suction power, otherwise they will not perform their air cleaning function sufficiently.
If you have a large cooker in your kitchen with many extras up to the grill, a height-adjustable ceiling hood is your best bet.If you lower it closer to the stove, the suction will be stronger, and if you raise it to the ceiling, it will decrease. This is optimal for energy consumption, noise level, and proper regulation of the microclimate in the kitchen. After all, too much suction power is not needed when you cook on just one burner.
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