Hello everyone,
We are currently in the decision-making phase for the appliances for our future Schüller country-style kitchen, and we are still quite undecided, especially on this point.
Range hood:
Visually, a retro-style range hood would probably fit best. However, these are usually quite expensive (for example, from Smeg). At the moment, we have planned for an AEG X68163BV10. However, this does not seem to be the best option in this price range. Does anyone have suggestions?
Refrigerator:
For aesthetic reasons, we chose the Geronje ONRK193C. Is it any good? (It costs around 1,100 EUR — we will not buy this together with the kitchen.)
Oven:
For the oven, it was important to us that it has as little stainless steel as possible (we don’t like that) and includes a pyrolytic self-cleaning function. We narrowed it down to three models (Siemens, Bosch, and Neff). Among these, the following Siemens model was the favorite regarding price/performance: Siemens iQ700 HB678GBS6.
Cooktop (Induction):
We are still uncertain here. Currently, the AEG HK6542H1FB cooktop is planned. However, this also doesn’t seem to be the best choice for the price. Perhaps you have better suggestions? But please nothing much more expensive.
Dishwasher:
For the dishwasher, a Neff GX665 (S52P65X0EU) was recommended to us. However, I have read online that models with zeolite technology are also popular right now. With Siemens/Bosch, there are many reports of problems (error code "E31") online... So we are also quite unsure here.
We are really looking forward to your help and tips.
Thank you very much!
Gatho
We are currently in the decision-making phase for the appliances for our future Schüller country-style kitchen, and we are still quite undecided, especially on this point.
Range hood:
Visually, a retro-style range hood would probably fit best. However, these are usually quite expensive (for example, from Smeg). At the moment, we have planned for an AEG X68163BV10. However, this does not seem to be the best option in this price range. Does anyone have suggestions?
Refrigerator:
For aesthetic reasons, we chose the Geronje ONRK193C. Is it any good? (It costs around 1,100 EUR — we will not buy this together with the kitchen.)
Oven:
For the oven, it was important to us that it has as little stainless steel as possible (we don’t like that) and includes a pyrolytic self-cleaning function. We narrowed it down to three models (Siemens, Bosch, and Neff). Among these, the following Siemens model was the favorite regarding price/performance: Siemens iQ700 HB678GBS6.
Cooktop (Induction):
We are still uncertain here. Currently, the AEG HK6542H1FB cooktop is planned. However, this also doesn’t seem to be the best choice for the price. Perhaps you have better suggestions? But please nothing much more expensive.
Dishwasher:
For the dishwasher, a Neff GX665 (S52P65X0EU) was recommended to us. However, I have read online that models with zeolite technology are also popular right now. With Siemens/Bosch, there are many reports of problems (error code "E31") online... So we are also quite unsure here.
We are really looking forward to your help and tips.
Thank you very much!
Gatho
However, it’s worth reflecting on how the hood is actually used.
Ours has two settings.
Level 1 is usually sufficient for normal cooking. You can have a conversation without any problems.
I usually switch to Level 2 when I sear something or open a pot of boiling water, and a lot of steam escapes. At Level 2, I can’t hear my wife when she talks to me from the living room. But that’s a total sound path of about 10 meters (33 feet) around the corner through an open sliding door opening.
This use is generally limited in time (for example, I switch from Level 2 back to Level 1 as soon as possible) and necessary at that moment.
By the way, I don’t currently know the decibel rating of our hood.
Ours has two settings.
Level 1 is usually sufficient for normal cooking. You can have a conversation without any problems.
I usually switch to Level 2 when I sear something or open a pot of boiling water, and a lot of steam escapes. At Level 2, I can’t hear my wife when she talks to me from the living room. But that’s a total sound path of about 10 meters (33 feet) around the corner through an open sliding door opening.
This use is generally limited in time (for example, I switch from Level 2 back to Level 1 as soon as possible) and necessary at that moment.
By the way, I don’t currently know the decibel rating of our hood.
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Sebastian7924 Jun 2016 11:53BeHaElJa schrieb:
Maybe I’m just too sensitive Probably. It’s still a range hood that comes with noise – at least that’s a fact for me. Cooking areas tend to be louder. It’s not running all the time anyway…
To introduce a completely new approach, especially for kitchen islands or open-concept layouts in general (except when the stove is placed against a wall):
Bora Basic
Induction cooktop combined with an integrated extractor hood. We have it installed, and I can only say that the extraction (recirculating air) works significantly better than the newer hood in our previous apartment. On setting 2/3, it immediately captures the steam at the edge of the pan, and you don't smell anything anymore, because unlike conventional devices, the odor doesn’t even reach your nose.
Attached is a picture of our kitchen with the mentioned cooktop during the construction phase. The grease filter can be easily removed from above in 5 seconds.
PS: There are two other Bora variants, both of which are noticeably worse for private use.
Edit: Induction has the added advantage that the cooktop surface does not get as hot as with traditional systems. If something boils over, it won’t burn in immediately. Instead, after cooking (when the surface has cooled down), you can simply wipe it with a grease remover, and the cooktop is like “new” again.
Bora Basic
Induction cooktop combined with an integrated extractor hood. We have it installed, and I can only say that the extraction (recirculating air) works significantly better than the newer hood in our previous apartment. On setting 2/3, it immediately captures the steam at the edge of the pan, and you don't smell anything anymore, because unlike conventional devices, the odor doesn’t even reach your nose.
Attached is a picture of our kitchen with the mentioned cooktop during the construction phase. The grease filter can be easily removed from above in 5 seconds.
PS: There are two other Bora variants, both of which are noticeably worse for private use.
Edit: Induction has the added advantage that the cooktop surface does not get as hot as with traditional systems. If something boils over, it won’t burn in immediately. Instead, after cooking (when the surface has cooled down), you can simply wipe it with a grease remover, and the cooktop is like “new” again.
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londoner200425 Jun 2016 11:40Hi payday – why do you think the other Bora models are less suitable for private use (setting the price aside)? I am also interested in the system. Thanks!
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