Kitchen Planning: How to choose an extractor fan - With the growing popularity of the open kitchen, dining and living rooms, excellent extraction is more important than ever to create a pleasant? environment in which to cook, dine and relax -. furniture, lounging and socializing just do not go with the smell of frying
There are, of course, a number of key practices to consider when shopping for the best extractor for your space, , such as the power of your favorite model, if you opt for a piped output or recirculation design (many of them little time), the noise it is and where it will be located. But just as important, especially in an entertaining and living space, is how your hood seems.
Fortunately, there are many choices to suit any interior, from discrete models for ceiling mounted side extractors catchy and super-convenient suction drawings, there is no need to sacrifice style for function.
Professional advice from:
Roberto De Marco of the kitchen Republic
Peter Allatt Elica UK
APD Interiors
Set your budget
the purpose of the kitchen extraction to remove grease, smoke and unpleasant cooking odors from your environment as well as water vapor, depending on the type of extraction you choose. Extractors vary greatly in price, which costs as little as £ 50 to £ 3,000 for some of the most advanced models, to decide your priorities to set a budget.
"a typical price for a functioning, well-designed hood is about £ 350," said Roberto de Marco. "However, more and more people spend more than £ 800, especially if the extractor is beautifully designed, creating a visual masterpiece to be admired in its own right."
the purpose of the kitchen extraction to remove grease, smoke and unpleasant cooking odors from your environment as well as water vapor, depending on the type of extraction you choose. Extractors vary greatly in price, which costs as little as £ 50 to £ 3,000 for some of the most advanced models, to decide your priorities to set a budget.
"a typical price for a functioning, well-designed hood is about £ 350," said Roberto de Marco. "However, more and more people spend more than £ 800, especially if the extractor is beautifully designed, creating a visual masterpiece to be admired in its own right."
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Choose your method of extraction
decision we will go for number if an output ducted or recirculating extractor, because it will determine where you can - or can not - position. 'Spin careened pass air through the pipes and remove completely the building, "says Roberto. So you'll need to access an outside wall or the like. "This effective method of smoke extraction tackles and smells good.
A recirculating extractor works by taking air and passing it through a filter before it exhausts the air in the room, rather than reject the outdoors. The filter should be changed every few months.
Although it may be less effective than a model channeled-out, there are advantages. "We do not need to plan for the ducts," says Roberto, and you are often able to place an extractor in a traditionally unsuitable location . If you live in an apartment, for example, this might be your only option. "They are also quick and easy to install, making them a cost effective option," he added.
Many hood styles can be configured either recirculation or channeled out extraction. Talk to your kitchen fitter on the options and limitations of each in your proposed design.
decision we will go for number if an output ducted or recirculating extractor, because it will determine where you can - or can not - position. 'Spin careened pass air through the pipes and remove completely the building, "says Roberto. So you'll need to access an outside wall or the like. "This effective method of smoke extraction tackles and smells good.
A recirculating extractor works by taking air and passing it through a filter before it exhausts the air in the room, rather than reject the outdoors. The filter should be changed every few months.
Although it may be less effective than a model channeled-out, there are advantages. "We do not need to plan for the ducts," says Roberto, and you are often able to place an extractor in a traditionally unsuitable location . If you live in an apartment, for example, this might be your only option. "They are also quick and easy to install, making them a cost effective option," he added.
Many hood styles can be configured either recirculation or channeled out extraction. Talk to your kitchen fitter on the options and limitations of each in your proposed design.
TLA studio aka Trevor Lahiff Architects
Silence is golden
another important consideration when purchasing an extractor is noise. "All the models come with a dB (decibels) rating, which refers to the noise level associated with the particular hood," says Peter Allatt. "The higher the speed, the loudest of the hood will be, although the high-end models tend to be quieter at all power levels.
another important consideration when purchasing an extractor is noise. "All the models come with a dB (decibels) rating, which refers to the noise level associated with the particular hood," says Peter Allatt. "The higher the speed, the loudest of the hood will be, although the high-end models tend to be quieter at all power levels.
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calculate the perfect capacity
Traditionally, the kitchen volume (length x width x height) is multiplied by 10 - the approximate number of air changes required per hour - to calculate what capacity extraction, you must purchase.
'It is also important to consider the type of cooking that you are likely to be done. Some cooking techniques, such as frying or barbecue indoors, require greater extraction than others, "says Peter. "In general, we suggest you choose a hood with a minimum airflow of 400m3 per hour if you're likely to be cooking two or three items at one time. New energy saving regulations mean that the hoods with an air flow greater than 650m3 per hour are equipped with a timer.
Traditionally, the kitchen volume (length x width x height) is multiplied by 10 - the approximate number of air changes required per hour - to calculate what capacity extraction, you must purchase.
'It is also important to consider the type of cooking that you are likely to be done. Some cooking techniques, such as frying or barbecue indoors, require greater extraction than others, "says Peter. "In general, we suggest you choose a hood with a minimum airflow of 400m3 per hour if you're likely to be cooking two or three items at one time. New energy saving regulations mean that the hoods with an air flow greater than 650m3 per hour are equipped with a timer.
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Get the height right
Make sure the extractor is the height just above your table. You will need to leave a space between 65cm and 75cm, depending on whether you have a gas, electric or induction. Also, check the width of your selected hood - it should be wider and taller than your cooktop.
Make sure the extractor is the height just above your table. You will need to leave a space between 65cm and 75cm, depending on whether you have a gas, electric or induction. Also, check the width of your selected hood - it should be wider and taller than your cooktop.
Chantel Elshout Design Consultancy
Select your style hood
However, your kitchen is configured and whatever its size, there is a type of hood to suit. Traditionally, chimney hoods (seen here) and hoods canopy were the only extractors available.
These days, options have expanded to include island dryers and ceiling aspirants. And more recently, the extraction is integrated in the cooktop itself.
Read on to learn more about each type.
However, your kitchen is configured and whatever its size, there is a type of hood to suit. Traditionally, chimney hoods (seen here) and hoods canopy were the only extractors available.
These days, options have expanded to include island dryers and ceiling aspirants. And more recently, the extraction is integrated in the cooktop itself.
Read on to learn more about each type.
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dryers ceiling
ceiling extractor is built into the ceiling or wall for lowering the ceiling height. "The advantage of a ceiling extractor is that there is no obstruction to the line of the range of vision, which is preferable in an open space," said Peter.
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ceiling extractor is built into the ceiling or wall for lowering the ceiling height. "The advantage of a ceiling extractor is that there is no obstruction to the line of the range of vision, which is preferable in an open space," said Peter.
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wall dryers
Many of us have a hob, facing wall, so this is a common style. Look for angled wall drawings, which are less intrusive in a small space. this kitchen owners have opted for Adelante wall hood by Gutmann.
Many of us have a hob, facing wall, so this is a common style. Look for angled wall drawings, which are less intrusive in a small space. this kitchen owners have opted for Adelante wall hood by Gutmann.
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island wringers
They are attached to the ceiling above an island or peninsular unit. Depending on the location of your kitchen island, it may be possible to channel for optimum extraction, especially if the kitchen is designed from scratch, and this requirement can be planned. Many models are also suitable for recirculation if it is not an option, and may well be sufficient for your needs.
For more information on how to plan the design of your kitchen
They are attached to the ceiling above an island or peninsular unit. Depending on the location of your kitchen island, it may be possible to channel for optimum extraction, especially if the kitchen is designed from scratch, and this requirement can be planned. Many models are also suitable for recirculation if it is not an option, and may well be sufficient for your needs.
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decorative side extractors
As for island extractors, side extractors are suspended ceiling over an island or peninsula. Many are suitable for recirculation only to take advice as to whether this will be enough for your cooking needs. Some, like the star by Elica, seen here, like a light fixture and, indeed, provide a secondary lighting.
As for island extractors, side extractors are suspended ceiling over an island or peninsula. Many are suitable for recirculation only to take advice as to whether this will be enough for your cooking needs. Some, like the star by Elica, seen here, like a light fixture and, indeed, provide a secondary lighting.
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suction extractors
the beauty of a downdraft extractor is that it goes up on the work surface when used, but is completely flush with the surface when not . Often installed on the side or behind the cooktop (as seen here), cooker hoods are working on the theory that the more you put the extractor to the source of cooking, you will have more successful extraction chance before the "dirty" air can scatter around the room.
the beauty of a downdraft extractor is that it goes up on the work surface when used, but is completely flush with the surface when not . Often installed on the side or behind the cooktop (as seen here), cooker hoods are working on the theory that the more you put the extractor to the source of cooking, you will have more successful extraction chance before the "dirty" air can scatter around the room.
Chantel Elshout Design Consultancy
integrated extractors
built-in dryers, also known as canopy extractors, are integrated into the kitchen cabinets above your table, so they are a perfect addition to the kitchen. This is ideal for people who want a minimalist look that the extractor does not infringe on the kitchen design.
Tell us ...
What type of fan do you favor? Share your thoughts in the comments below.
built-in dryers, also known as canopy extractors, are integrated into the kitchen cabinets above your table, so they are a perfect addition to the kitchen. This is ideal for people who want a minimalist look that the extractor does not infringe on the kitchen design.
Tell us ...
What type of fan do you favor? Share your thoughts in the comments below.
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