We are currently in the middle of planning our kitchen, and after much consideration, I have decided to go with a recirculation hood.
The hood will be an island hood. I have already noticed there are huge differences in quality. But how do I determine what really matters? Price is a big factor, but I don’t want to end up with a stylish, affordable design hood that basically just moves a little air and doesn’t perform well.
So, I would appreciate some input – what minimum recirculation rate should I be looking for? What else should be taken into account? Are there manufacturers that are clearly recommended or others to avoid?
The hood will be an island hood. I have already noticed there are huge differences in quality. But how do I determine what really matters? Price is a big factor, but I don’t want to end up with a stylish, affordable design hood that basically just moves a little air and doesn’t perform well.
So, I would appreciate some input – what minimum recirculation rate should I be looking for? What else should be taken into account? Are there manufacturers that are clearly recommended or others to avoid?
Let me put it this way: a hood for 250€ will not meet your expectations. Since I’m currently planning my new kitchen, I’ve also done some research. For me, it will be a wall-mounted canopy hood with external venting, even though canopy hoods don’t seem to be quite as efficient. However, I don’t want a recirculation system, and I’m choosing a hood that is wider than the cooktop. Additionally, the hood has perimeter extraction. At the moment, I’m leaning toward a model from Silverline, but I don’t have any experience with them yet. They operate in the mid-price range and offer nationwide service in Germany.
Of course, there’s no limit on the budget if you want to go higher. Well-known quality brands include Berbel, Gutmann, Miele, Franke, and others. I haven’t looked into Silverline’s island hoods yet, but you can check their website for information.
Of course, there’s no limit on the budget if you want to go higher. Well-known quality brands include Berbel, Gutmann, Miele, Franke, and others. I haven’t looked into Silverline’s island hoods yet, but you can check their website for information.
S
Sebastian797 Sep 2016 10:44FrankH schrieb:
I would say this: a hood costing 250€ won’t meet your expectations.A recirculating hood definitely won’t, but I wouldn’t say that for an exhaust hood – since we have a 250 euro (approx. $270) ceiling-mounted model.
It looks very stylish, and although I was initially skeptical, I’m very satisfied because, for the first time, we don’t smell anything in the house when someone is cooking.
So I’m really glad I didn’t spend the originally planned 1000 to 2500 euros (approx. $1,080 to $2,700) on one.
Comparison:
Airflow capacity [m³/h (cubic meters per hour)],
Activated carbon filter should be included for recirculation mode,
A ceiling-mounted extractor hood should have a remote control due to its height,
Dimensions of the appliance should be slightly larger than the cooktop,
And most importantly, compare noise levels.
Airflow capacity [m³/h (cubic meters per hour)],
Activated carbon filter should be included for recirculation mode,
A ceiling-mounted extractor hood should have a remote control due to its height,
Dimensions of the appliance should be slightly larger than the cooktop,
And most importantly, compare noise levels.
D
Deliverer7 Sep 2016 13:30Phew – for "well under 1000," good island hoods get hard to find...
Personally, regardless of all other factors, I would focus on head clearance (slanted hoods). There is nothing worse for me than not being able to look straight into pots from above or having to bend over all the time. If there are tall people in the household, in my opinion, a kitchen island is out of the question anyway. Alternatively, you could opt for a downdraft system. But then the budget becomes an issue again...
Personally, regardless of all other factors, I would focus on head clearance (slanted hoods). There is nothing worse for me than not being able to look straight into pots from above or having to bend over all the time. If there are tall people in the household, in my opinion, a kitchen island is out of the question anyway. Alternatively, you could opt for a downdraft system. But then the budget becomes an issue again...