What should I look for in a kitchen hood?

7 Things to Consider When Buying a Range Hood

  • Know Your Kitchen.
  • Range Hood CFM.
  • Range Hood Size.
  • Noise Level.
  • Exhaust Type – Vented & Non-Vented.
  • Installation Time and Cost.
  • Budget.




What type of range hood is best?

Best Range Hoods

  • Best Down-Draft: Broan NuTone 36-Inch Elite Ducted Down Draft Range Hood.
  • Best Ductless: Cosmo COS-668AS750 30-Inch Wall-Mount Range Hood.
  • Best Budget: Broan-NuTone 413001 Ductless Range Hood.
  • Best Island: Winflo 30-Inch H103C Series Convertible Island Range Hood.

Do kitchen hoods have to vent outside?

Range hoods do not have to be vented to the outside. You can purchase hoods without ductwork called ductless hoods. But, ducted range hoods are almost always preferred over ductless hoods.

Are kitchen hoods effective?

According to Lawrence Berkeley National Laboratory (LBNL) the capture efficiency of standard hoods is typically in the range of 30-40% on front burners and can be as high as 90% on back burners.

What is a Type 1 and Type 2 kitchen hood?





So to break it down as simple as possible – go with a Type 1 Hood for cooking equipment that can lead to grease and grease by-products, and go with a Type 2 Hood for other kitchen appliances and equipment that require removal of heat and moisture.

What size hood do I need for a 30 inch range?

36”

For example, for a 30” range, a 36” hood is ideal. Then, subtract 2” and you get 34”. So a 34” hood insert or larger is a great fit for a 30” range. For outdoor applications, go with an insert two sizes larger than your range.

Should Hood be wider than range?

The new hood should be at least as wide as the range or cooktop and preferably 3 inches longer on each side. The most common widths are 30 and 36 inches. For optimal performance, install a hood 20 to 24 inches away from an electric cooktop and 24 to 30 inches from a gas cooktop.

What is the best height for a range hood?



If you have a gas range, install your range hood 24 to 36 inches above your cooktop. If you have an electric range, install your range hood 20 to 24 inches above your cooktop. If you have an outdoor grill, install your range hood 36 to 42 inches above your cooktop.

How high should the hood be above the stove?

In general, most installations require a distance from 20″ to 24″ between the bottom of the hood and the cooking surface. Over a gas range, this distance should be between 24″ and 30″, unless otherwise specified.

How much space should be between cabinet and hood?

To avoid all these issues, leave a space of at least 1/2 inch between the edge of the wall-mount range hood and the cabinetry.

How far should a vent hood be over the stove?



The height at which the hood hangs above your cooktop will also affect how well it works. A wall- or island-mount should be about 30 inches above the cooktop, while undercabinet-mounts, typically less powerful and with smaller ducts, should sit 24 inches above the range.