The best hoods for the kitchen.

What kind of hoods to buy?

Kitchen hoods - that part of the interior, without which there is not a single headset. They allow not only to exclude unpleasant smells in time, but also to maintain the required level of humidity. When choosing the hood, you should pay attention to the following features:

• According to the method of cleaning the model there are 2 types: circulation and flow. The first type does not require a duct in the kitchen, as it drives polluted air through built-in filters, which must be changed from time to time. The flow-through hoods discharge the polluted air into the ventilation system and have a higher capacity.
• The ceiling, wall and recessed hoods are structurally divided. The first type is convenient to install in large kitchens, the second one is universal, and the third one takes a little space and will be a good solution for a small dining area.
• Performance - the most important characteristic of the hood. The higher it is, the faster and more air can clean the device, however, powerful models are bulky enough.

The best recessed hoods for the kitchen

Built-in kitchen hoods are very popular. They, as a rule, do not take up much space and seamlessly fit into any interior. At the same time, due to simple design, such models are quite reliable. Nevertheless, if the kitchen has a large area, the hood can not cope, since its performance is not high.

3 ELIKOR Integra 60

Best price
  Country Russia
Average price: 3773 rub.
Rating (2017): 4.0

Budget model ELIKOR Integra 60 takes the third place in the rating of the best built-in hoods. Despite the fairly democratic value, this device is not inferior to its competitors. The hood functions in the modes of retraction and circulation. It can be built into the cabinet, but it does not take up much space - the width is only 60 cm. The case is made of metal, which does not get dirty and keeps the internal mechanism from damage.

To the strengths of the hood in the reviews, users attribute a low cost, high-quality engine and a simple design. The model has a mechanical push-button control, which will never fail. Adjustment is carried out at two speeds. The weight of the hood is only 6.7 kg, making it suitable for any fastening. The minuses are considered to be noisy work and low power.

2 Korting KHI 9751 X

Interval work
  A country: Germany (manufactured in China)
Average price: 14 990 rub.
Rating (2017): 4.5

The second place in the rating of the best built-in hoods for the kitchen is Korting KHI 9751 X. The highest price among competitors is justified by high-quality and reliable work. For operation, the extractor can use both the air duct and the filter. Here he is only one - fat. The body of the device is made of metal, which is resistant to shock and easy to clean. Electronic push-button control is considered one of the most reliable among all existing.

In positive reviews, customers talk about bright backlight, low noise and high-quality filtering. In addition, the hood has an intensive regime, which can remove unpleasant smells at high speed, however, for this you will have to pay a quiet job. A convenient indicator of filter contamination will tell you when it's time to replace the consumables. Among the weak points is low power, and as a result, low productivity for such a cost.

1 Kronasteel Kamilla Sensor 600 inox / black glass

The best price / performance ratio
  Country: Germany
Average price: 10 064 rub.
Rating (2017): 4.5

The first place in the rating of the best built-in hoods is Kronasteel Kamilla Sensor 600 inox / black glass. This model works in modes of tap and circulation, which allows you to install it in any kitchen. Thanks to the engine power of 200 watts, the performance is 550 cubic meters. m / hour, which is enough to serve a standard kitchen. Simple electronic touch control allows you to conveniently set the parameters of work.

Among the advantages in the reviews, customers note a pleasant appearance, small size and high quality of work. In the extractor there is an anti-return valve, which prevents the penetration of unpleasant odors outside when the device does not work. As a backlight, 2 halogen lamps are installed. The drawbacks of this model include a high noise level during intensive work and poor-quality assembly.

The best suspended hoods for the kitchen

Suspended hoods for the kitchen are considered to be among the most compact. This is achieved due to the fact that the polluted air is passed through the filter system and does not require tapping. In addition, such models have a fairly low cost, but can not boast of good power and quality of cleaning.

3 Kronasteel Jessica slim PB 600

The optimum ratio of price and quality
  Country: Germany
Average price: 3740 rub.
Rating (2017): 4.5

Closes the top three leaders in the ranking of the best hanging extracts for the kitchen Kronasteel Jessica slim PB 600 white. The pendant design does not take up much space, while its power is 240 W, which provides a performance of up to 350 cu. m / hour. It is enough to effectively purify the air in most kitchens. Thanks to simple push-button control, it is convenient to adjust the operation of the hood and set the required parameters.

Among strengths  devices in the reviews users identify the presence of carbon and fat filters in the kit, a pleasant appearance and affordable price. At the same time, the hood has a practical metal casing that is easy to maintain and does not accumulate excess fat. The disadvantages of the model include problems with the installation of additional hardware and a high level of noise, even at the first speed.

2 Hansa OSC 611 WH

Best price
  Country: Germany
Average price: 2642 rub.
Rating (2017): 4.0

The Hansa OSC 611 WH is the second largest hanging fan for the kitchen. It has the lowest price on the market, which distinguishes it from its competitors. At the same time, the hood is able to work in the modes of circulation and retraction, which will allow it to be installed as compactly as possible. Inside, a grease filter is used that will effectively purify the air of unpleasant odors.

The advantages of the model in the reviews of buyers include low cost, small dimensions and three speeds of operation. The device is equipped with a clock electronic control, due to which it is easy to set the required mode of operation. As a backlight, a 40 W incandescent lamp is used. The maximum height that the hood will take is only 13 cm. Among the shortcomings are small power and a high level of vibration during operation.

1 Shindo Metida 500 white

High performance at an affordable price
  A country: The Republic of Korea
Average price: 4 230 руб.
Rating (2017): 4.5

The leader of the rating of the best suspended hoods for the kitchen is Shindo Metida 500 white. The model works only on the branch, due to which good performance and high quality air purification is achieved. The white metal body will fit organically into any interior and will not look fanciful. Simple push-button mechanical control provides convenient operation with the modes of the device. In the extract there are 2 filters: fat and coal.

Among the advantages of this model in positive reviews, buyers note the ease of use, low cost and 3 different speeds. In addition, the hood is equipped with a comfortable backlight, which will allow you to cook without using basic lighting, even in the dark. The device requires the use of a hanging structure for its mounting, which can be easily installed independently. The disadvantages include noise at work and poor build quality.

The best fireplace hoods for the kitchen

Fireplace hoods - large independent designs, with high performance. In addition, most models have an attractive design, since such a hood is a separate element of the interior. However, almost all of them require installation of an air duct and have a rather bulky design.

3 Kuppersberg F 660

The best in power with a noise level of only 47 dB
  Country: Germany
Average price: 22 590 руб.
Rating (2017): 4.0

On the third place in the rating of the best fireplace hoods for the kitchen is the model Kuppersberg F 660. It has an average price on the market, while it has a capacity of 900 cubic meters. m / hour, which is the best indicator among competitors. Simple touch control allows you to easily adjust the operation of the hood. In total, the model has 5 speeds, which makes it possible to choose the optimal mode.

To the merits of the device in the reviews of buyers include a stylish appearance, the presence of a remote control and quiet work. In addition, the hood is equipped with a timer, which allows it to shut itself off automatically after the set time. For more effective cleaning, intensive mode is provided. Among the drawbacks - the average reliability and not very high-quality assembly.

2 MAUNFELD Tower C 60

The best ratio of price and quality
  Country: United Kingdom
Average price: 7320 rub.
Rating (2017): 4.5

Model MAUNFELD Tower C 60 black - ranked second in the ranking of the best fireplace hoods for the kitchen. It has a cost comparable with hanging designs, however, it does not inferior to full-fledged dome devices in terms of functionality. The hood works in the modes of circulation and retraction, that is, the duct for its operation is not necessary. The model uses 3 different speeds.

Among the advantages of this device in the reviews of customers note a nice appearance, bright backlight and quiet work. In addition, the model is equipped with an anti-return valve, which does not allow unpleasant odors to penetrate the room, even when the extractor is turned off. Thanks to perimetral suction, maximum efficiency is ensured. To the weak sides include a casing and a poor build quality.

1 Shindo Pallada sensor 60 B / BG 4ETC

Best Functionality
  A country: The Republic of Korea
Average price: 20 500 rub.
Rating (2017): 4.5

The leader of the rating of the best fireplace hoods Shindo Pallada sensor 60 B / BG 4ETC. The model has an inclined design, which makes it easy to fix it on the wall, due to which a significant part of the space will be saved. The device, thanks to a standard width of 60 cm, will fit well into almost any interior. The hood has a rather high capacity - 760 cubic meters. m / hour.

In positive reviews of this model, customers say a good bundle, bright backlight and quiet operation. Moreover, the tempered glass on the front panel provides reliable protection of the mechanism from various contaminants, and the filter change indicator will indicate the need to replace it. Among the disadvantages - the awkward location of controls and non-informative instructions for installation.

The best fireplace hoods of the island type

1 Asko CI4176S

The best island fireplace hood
  Country: Sweden
Average price: 119,800 руб.
Rating (2017): 5.0

The best fireplace hood of the island type can rightfully be considered Asko CI4176S. With impressive dimensions, it has 783 cu. m / hour capacity, which is significantly more than that of classmates. A large air suction surface ensures fast and efficient operation. To control the modes, there are touch buttons and a display.

Among the strengths of this model in the reviews, users note a wide functionality, attractive appearance and a long service of consumables. The maximum noise level even at high speeds is only 66 dB. Anti-return valve prevents leakage of unpleasant odors to the outside. The drawbacks include the high cost of the hood itself, as well as the filters for it.

Extraction to the kitchen is a necessary thing, which can protect the room from burning, soot and foreign odors, and the breathing of the residents of the house is from excess moisture and harmful microparticles. The modern market offers a wide range of models of these household appliances in different price ranges, which makes one think about the most rational combination of price and quality of products. The rating developed here will help you understand this variety - choose the best hood for a particular kitchen area.

  What kind of kitchen hood is better?

Manufacture of kitchen hoods for household and industrial purposes are engaged in a lot of famous world brands, among which the most popular products are from Germany, Great Britain, Italy, Japan and other world famous centers of machine and instrument making. At the moment, according to all technical indicators, ease of operation and wear resistance, products of the following manufacturers are distinguished:

Bosch

German products Bosch are still considered one of the best, for many years without getting off the pedestal of the "first three". The company produces hoods for home use, characterized by compactness and the possibility of the most rational arrangement:

• built-in,
• wall type,
• built-in,
• telescopic.

Typical features of Bosch models are stainless steel case finish, control panel presence and convenient built-in lighting. Durability and trouble-free operation in them are combined with the possibility of selection for any "pocket" - the cheapest models cost about 4-6 thousand, and one of the best - Bosch DHI 665 V 60 IX (with 2 powerful engines and halogen lamps, electronic and push-button control, fat filter and quiet operation) - sellers set the price within 25-30 thousand rubles.

MAUNFILD is an English brand whose products have recently come to the forefront of consumers' opinions, having outstripped even such a popular firm as Bosch. This recognition is deserved due to the full focus on the needs of the buyer - the hoods MAUNFILD are offered in a wide range of species and capacity, at fairly democratic prices (from 3.5 thousand rubles).

These products are manufactured by:

• "Economy", "comfort" or "premium" class,
• various configurations - hanging, dome, fireplace, island, etc.
• using modern design  in various decorative solutions.

So, one of the best models - MAUNFELD Cascada Trio 60 - is designed for premises of up to 20 m2, offers 2 options for air purification (circulating and vented), 2 halogen backlight lamps, anti-return valve and electronic control. In addition, users note the ease of installation and operation, almost noiseless and efficient operation.

Asko

The Swedish company Asko also entered the top five. Its products are distinguished by a laconic and simultaneously refined design, efficient multi-layer filtration systems, comfortable maintenance and the possibility of covering large areas of the room. This is a premium-class technique, which is quite expensive, offering a quality that is quite cost-effective.

Best or Ardesia

Excellent quality and deserved appreciation for the production of kitchen air cleaning equipment give two brilliant Italian brands:

Best is prestige and high style, variants of unusual forms and design. Its products are to the liking of fans to disguise the technique for an original souvenir or panel, and also prefer power and fundamental reliability. To this are added such characteristics of models as high performance, availability different types of filters, multiple speeds, and so on.

Ardesia also offers a level of Italian quality and the most modern technologies, but in combination with more affordable prices.

Japanese Shindo stands on a par with European concerns both on technical equipment of models, and on the originality of their design. Its "chip" is the presence of absolutely electronic technologies in all kinds of equipment, including all kinds of sensors, timers, indicators and an obligatory touch screen with the use of ergonomic technologies and economy of operation.

Kronasteel

Kronasteel is another brand from Germany with representations in many countries of the world (including Russia), which has become a symbol of quality and the owner of an impeccable reputation. Extracts of its production for cleaning the air in the kitchen are able to work both in the mode of tap and air circulation, have a different configuration for ease of placement, equipped with the latest requirements for efficiency and ease of use.

Gorenje is the best company in Slovenia, whose products are deservedly in high demand. Among its models - flat and built-in hoods, island, fireplace and convenient telescopic modifications, as well as decorative designs with an unusual design of the case (original color combination, textural ornaments, etc.).

ELIKOR - quite a worthy Russian manufacturer, recently released at a good level compared to the best European and Asian companies. The company offers a wide selection of hoods for home and professional use, equipped with all modern requirements:

• circulation and ventilation methods of cleaning,
• several speeds,
• the presence of a timer,
• installation of different types of filters
• lighting and so on.

The company also boasts an original design of products - the ELIKOR ART collection includes models finished with the use of ancient and folk paintings.

  Rating of the best kitchen hoods

The best cooker hood must be comfortable to use, have a high level of capabilities and meet a number of additional requirements. They were used by us at drawing up the list of rating models, at what level of those of other indicators was counted up by results of researches of responses of consumers concerning the following parameters:

• productivity,
• number of possible speeds,
• modes of operation,
• used filters,
• additional functions,
• management and functionality,
• the presence and type of lighting,
• the level of noise produced,
• material and finish of the case,
• wear resistance and nature of breakages,
• the cost.

  Built-in hoods

Built-in technology is very popular due to the possibility of "turning into invisibility" and significant savings in space in a small area. Models of this kind are able to hide in the kitchen cupboard or under the countertop. In the latter version, the hood is located in the form of a block directly at the level of the hob, "collecting" the fumes and unpleasant odors directly from its surface.

Kamilla Sensor 600

The best built-in hanging closet is the Kronasteel Kamilla Sensor 600

The advantages of the model:

• Performance is designed for a standard kitchen, but can cover much larger volumes, as it works very powerfully,
• It is possible to switch 3 speeds,
• Can work as a cooker hood for kitchen with duct and as a circulator,
• Filters can not be changed, they are easy to clean in the dishwasher (a special indicator indicates the need for cleaning).
• There is a timer - automatic switching on and off by task,
• Responsive touch control, programming capabilities,
• Bright illumination with smooth switching on and adjustment of brightness of lamps,
• Quiet for her class,
• Excellent design of metal and glass, the ability to fit into any interior,
• Affordable price - in the range of 10 to 13 thousand rubles.

Disadvantages:

• The touchpad is unusual for some users,
• It is not possible to replace halogen lamps with more economical LEDs,
• At high speeds makes more noise.

Reviews of the Kronasteel Kamilla Sensor 600 unanimously show the convenience of the model for home use - it is comfortable to operate and maintain, quickly and easily performs the assigned work, looks beautiful in the interior of the kitchen.

  Island Hoods

These modifications are called "island", since they are intended for placement in the center of the premises when fastening them directly to the ceiling. Hoods of this design are of the type of fireplace, that is, one that can be used for fireplaces and powerful cooking-frying panels.

Asko CI 4176S

The advantages of the model:

• It is designed for installation in a standard kitchen of medium size, that is the most popular among consumers,
• Using a choice of 4-speed modes,
• It is designed for both air vent and circulation,
• The grease filter with a removable type contamination indicator for cleaning,
• Equipped with a switch-off timer and a system for complete odor removal,
• Electronic control with digital display,
• On the backlight there are 3 bright and very economical LED lamps,
• At low speeds, it's almost noiseless,
• Stylish silver case looks equally well in the premises of different design.

Disadvantages:

• At the 4th speed is quite noisy,
• The cost refers to a fairly high price range.

Judging by the reviews of the Asko CI 4176S, this is a wear-resistant model, rather unpretentious to the conditions of maintenance and service, perfectly showing itself in small and medium-sized kitchens.

  Suspension hoods

Suspended hoods of any type are located above the stove, fastening directly to the bottom of the wall kitchen cabinet. They do not have super-power and high performance, their value (usually) in a compact arrangement and low cost. Can be horizontal or vertical (inclined) construction.

Ardesia Basic-F 50 W

Horizontal suspended hoods  The most popular models are headed by Ardesia Basic-F 50 W.

The advantages of the model:

• Excellent cope with the cleaning of small kitchen air in a small apartment,
• It gives the possibility to change the speed of work in 3 positions,
• Can use a specially designed air vent and circulation,
• Mechanical control allows you to quickly master control even for those who are not very familiar with modern technology,
• Lighting of the hob is provided by a bright halogen lamp,
• Quietly works,
• Practical and wear-resistant,
• Classic design, looks very neat and compact,
• It is cheap.

Disadvantages:

• It is designed for small volumes of premises.

Do you like to cook and experiment in the kitchen? But at the same time do not want soot, fat and unpleasant smells to be the companions of this room? To ensure that the kitchen always shines with cleanliness, and your new repair as long as possible remained fresh, you just need to install the hood over the stove. But immediately the question becomes, on which model to stop, how to choose a hood in the kitchen, the most appropriate to all your requirements, because retail chains offer us so many different models that the head goes around. This article will help you make a worthy choice.

Types of hoods

All hoods work by the principle of forced ventilation. They remove from the air in the kitchen not only unpleasant odors, but also combustion products, which can not be avoided during cooking.

Inside the hood there is a system of special filters that catch the soot, smells and vapors. In any model there is a system of forced ventilation. All this is enclosed in a housing that is equipped with a control panel of electronic or mechanical type. All the hoods are divided into two types, depending on how the air is purified in them: circulating and flowing.

Circulation hoods

The principle of operation of such extracts is that they let the polluted air through, clean and discharge back into the room. The device is simple, they are equipped with special coarse filters, which remove particles of soot, grease and dust. But such extracts have also fine filters, these are carbon filters, neutralizing smells and catching even the smallest particles that pollute the air.

The biggest advantage of such extracts is that they do not require a duct connection, and this means that such a hood is quite possible to install independently, and your kitchen will not be mutilated by unnecessary pipes and hoses. In addition, the price of circulating extracts is much lower. Such devices are perfect for old houses, where the ventilation system can not cope with large air currents, which create hoods of a different type - flowing.

However, it should be noted that the circulation models of extracts - leaders in terms of noise. Therefore, before buying, be sure to listen to how noisy your chosen model is. Although in the store you will find it difficult to assess the entire degree of noise, try to look at the instructions and look at the noise indicators. If they are within 35-45 dB, then this is quite normal, even for a small kitchen. But if the level exceeds 55 dB, think about whether such noise will not cause you some inconvenience.

As we already mentioned above, such hoods are also equipped with carbon filters. But these filters create additional resistance, which reduces the performance of the hoods themselves. In addition, such filters are not washed, and as they become littered, they must be replaced with new ones, and this is additional costs. On the need to replace the carbon filter you will be informed by a special indicator installed on the hood.

Now let's summarize. Advantages of circulation hoods:

1. The cost.
2. Easy installation.
3. Absence of pipes and hoses during installation.
4. No connection to the ventilation system.

Minuses:

1. High noise level.
2. Consumables.
3. Low productivity.

Flowing hoods

The system of the device of such extracts is quite simple. They tighten the dirty air, cleaning it and letting it out, using an external ventilation system. Such extracts necessarily have an air duct, which is connected to the ventilation system. They are also equipped with a fan, which creates a flow of air, as well as filters for cleaning. Such filters, usually they are metallic, must be periodically cleaned, simply washed. Although there are more budgetary models of such hoods, there are no filters in them. The flow-through hoods must also be washed manually, because as the fan and other parts become dirty, their performance is significantly reduced.

Flow-through hoods are fixed on the ceiling or wall above the stove. It can also be hidden in a hanging cabinet, which is open from the bottom, this will give you the opportunity to "mask" the hood and your kitchen will look aesthetically pleasing.

Flowing hoods much more productive, than circulating. In addition, almost all models can operate in retraction mode, and in air recirculation mode. Installation of such a purification system is much more difficult due to the presence of an air duct in the design. It is best to buy it complete with a new kitchen. Before installing, you need to carefully consider the location of such an extractor relative to the vent. Try not to allow corners in the duct system, because even one right angle can significantly reduce the performance of the device. If your kitchen is already decorated interior, then installing a flow-through cleaning system will be more problematic.

The performance of the flow-through hood depends heavily on the quality of the ventilation system in your building. If the house is old, then the performance will be greatly reduced. The downside of this cleaning system is that for the good work of the hood, you need free air access through an open window, which is not always convenient and possible.

Advantages of flow-through hoods:

1. High performance
2. Work in several modes
3. Easy cleaning of filters (washed)
4. Low noise level
5. Mounted in furniture

Minuses:

1. Complicated installation
2. The need for free air access

Types of cooker hoods

Traditional or classic hood

This is a flat and suspended hood, mounted on a wall under a suspended kitchen cupboard above the stove. Typically, such devices operate in a recirculation mode, which means that one-time carbon filters are required to trap small particles. Extracts of this type relate to cheapest, easy to assemble, but they neutralize smells in part.

There are hoods of this type that work in flow mode, but they are higher in price, and installation will require some effort. Clean the air in your kitchen, they will be much more effective, and will not need to be subsequently spent often on carbon filters.

Built-in hoods

Such extracts are easy mounted in a suspended cabinet above the stove. It looks rather aesthetically pleasing, does not spoil the overall interior of the kitchen. This type of hood is usually equipped with retractable panel, which significantly increases the air intake area. Such an instrument is easy to control, and its performance is very high. This hood is switched on in the mode in which you turned it off.

Built-in hoods usually have two motors and multi-layer grease filters. At a price they are slightly more expensive than the classic ones, but they are much better in performance, and even exceed the aesthetic requirements. So if you are facing a choice of what type of hood to give preference to the classics or built-in, choose the second option.

Fireplace (dome) hoods

Such hoods are mounted to the ceiling above the kitchen stove. Their name they received because of its dome shape, which resembles the chimney of the fireplace, and the system of operation of such a hood is very similar to the exhaust system of the fireplace. Initially, air enters the hood, which is located above the cooking surface, and then through the duct goes into the ventilation shaft, or, after passing through the filters, returns to the room.

Such hoods are the most popular, so they are very diverse in design decision. Moreover, they perfectly fit into the kitchen, where the working surface with the stove is not located near the wall. There are hoods with an inclined fence, which increases the area to be treated, and the risk of a headache is minimal. Often the price of the device may depend on the design, not on the technical specifications. But thanks to such a variety of models, it's easy to find the most acceptable option for your interior.

Island Hoods  differ in the possibility of mounting not only against the wall, but also in any part of the kitchen. Such models are equipped with a ceiling mount. They are, of course, expensive, but they have high performance and are very diverse in design. Such hoods are ideal for spacious kitchens, for example, if the working area is in the center.

Corner hoods  differ in their shape, which allows you to install them in the corner of the kitchen - great for small kitchens. Due to the fact that such hoods are installed only because of the peculiarity of the premises, they are not popular, therefore the assortment of this kind of devices is small.

Performance and power

Performance - one of the most important technical characteristics of any hood, because it depends on this indicator will determine the purity of air in your room. It depends on him, how many cubic meters of air per hour of work can draw in the extractor and withdrawthrough the duct to the ventilation shaft, or pass it through the filters and return it back to the room.

To calculate the required performance  it is necessary to take into account the features of the room, the length and bends of the duct, if your plans include getting the hood in the mode of tap. In this case, the volume of the kitchen must be multiplied by 12, since health standards  The air in the room should change for an hour 12 times, and the result multiplied by a factor of 1.3. If you want more accurate calculations, you need to subtract from the total volume of the kitchen and the amount of furniture. But this is optional.

It is also necessary to take into account additional factors. Average hood should be at a distance of 65-85 cm from the surface of the plate. If you plan to install it higher, then choose a model with higher performance. Consider the example. Your kitchen area of ​​12 m 2, ceiling height - 2.7 m, a good option here is a hood with a capacity of 505 m 3 / h.

It should also be taken into account that in some houses ventilation duct capacity is limited, since even during construction natural ventilation of premises was provided, and throughput  The mine may be below the capacity of your chosen hood. How to be then? Turn on the hood not at maximum power. In addition, the noise level will be much lower.

The ideal solution may be to remove air from the ventilation shaft, but directly to the street, through the hole in the wall, to which the air duct is connected. The solution is good, but not always feasible, especially in multi-storey buildings.

It is also worth considering culinary traditions of your family. If you often and a lot of cooking, then you need a device with maximum performance. Well, if you cook seldom and little, often eat outside the house, then you have a high performance hoods to anything.

If you have a small kitchen, then the concentration of odors when cooking is higher, it is better to buy a hood with a margin in performance.

Productivity directly depends on its capacity. So be sure to pay attention to this parameter when buying. Modern models of hoods have a power rarely exceeding 500 watts. This capacity is quite sufficient for a high level of performance.

The size

It is best to the width of the hood exceeded the width of the hob, then it will absorb as much as possible all the smells and vapors. The dimensions are the same as the surface of the plate. But in no case should the width of the hood be less than the width of the working surface of the plate! In this case, the hood will slightly trap and purify the air.

Filter system

The hood is certainly not a 100% air cleaner, but it removes fats, smells and soot from the air that gets into it very well.

Metal grease filter  and serves to remove fat. And it prevents the fat from settling on the elements of the exhaust motor, which can lead to its failure. Such a filter is usually removable, it is easy to clean and works for the entire life of the hood.

In the circulation hoods  to remove odors is a carbon filter. In some models, it is included in the package, but sometimes you have to purchase it separately. This filter needs to be changed, the frequency will depend on the operating conditions, but on average every 4-6 months. Many hoods have a function that reminds you of the need to replace the filter. Depending on the model, this is either a light indication, or just special symbols on the filter, which disappear as it gets dirty.

Method of management

Modern hoods can be equipped with a mechanical control and electronic. Which control method to choose will depend only on your preferences.

In extracts with mechanical control  speed and lighting are activated by pressing the appropriate buttons, they usually have a convex shape. Sometimes to adjust the speed is used slide switch. This control is simple and familiar to users.

When electronic control  The presence of a display is provided, and the working settings of the hood are displayed on it. Switching speeds and activation of lighting in such settings is done by touching the sensors, although in some models the button format is saved. In such models is often available timer function, if desired, you can set the time off, or switch to another mode.

Only in the hoods with electronic control there is a function "Auto power-on". It is very convenient. Thanks to the installed temperature and humidity sensors, the hood "understands" that the cooking process has started and will start. At the same time, the intensity of the work also changes, depending on the saturation of air with vapors and smells. After the end of cooking, the cooker hood still works for a while, removing all odors and soot until the end, and then automatically turns off. This "smart" hood  - just a dream of every mistress.

Also there are hoods with installed smoke sensors. They also automatically turn on or increase the productivity, if the kitchen increases the smoke (something burned, someone smoked, etc.).

Well, the highest aerobatics - exhaust control remote: from a smartphone, tablet, when you are in any point of the apartment, city and even the world! To do this, you simply need a home wireless internet. You install on the mobile gadget an application for controlling the hood, or any other kitchen appliances, and you can easily turn on and off the hood, set the speed, set the timer while away from home.

Noise level

• The work of the hood can be considered very quietif the noise generated by the motor during operation up to 35 dB  (comparable to the whisper).
• Silent operation - up to 45 dB  (comparable to talking at a distance of 10 m).
• Normal noise level - about 50 dB  (quiet conversation at a distance of 3 m).
• High noise level - 70 dB or more  (comparable to a very loud conversation at a distance of about 5 m).

Additional functions

When choosing a hood for the kitchen, you should pay attention to the availability of additional functions, such as, the residual fan stroke, interval inclusion of the hood.

Residual fan stroke  It ensures the operation of the hood for several minutes after the shutdown, this allows to completely clean the air in the kitchen after cooking.

Interval switching  The extractor ensures its inclusion for a short time at minimum power. For example, once per hour for 5 minutes. This is necessary to constantly inflow fresh air into your room.

Electronic timer  embedded in some models of hoods. It can be turned on after cooking, so that the cooker hood is switched off after a specified time.

Lighting. They are equipped with almost all the hoods. Regular incandescent lamps, halogen or fluorescent lamps may be used. Hoods with incandescent lamps are cheaper, but with halogen lamps, energy consumption is reduced. Lamps that fail are easily changed.

The number of lamps and their location vary, depending on the model of the hood. Also appeared for sale hoods with LED lights. In more expensive models of hoods, the level of illumination can also be adjusted, even auto-adjustment is possible under the illumination of the kitchen.

Very interesting and the function focusing light.  It occurs in some stretch models. With this function, you can focus the lighting either on the hob, or make the light scattered to illuminate the entire kitchen or a certain part of it.

TOP 5 best hoods 2016

The most common hood with a minimum set of necessary features. By the ratio of price and quality - an excellent option, but at the maximum speed of noise from the hood may seem loud. The bonus of this model is a sliding panel.

Stylish and functional hood, which will become a real decoration of any kitchen. High performance, timer, filter contamination indication, automatic on and off - all this together with design influences the final high cost of the model.

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Excellent functional hood with a glass hinge and the possibility of installing a carbon filter. A compact and cute model at maximum speed makes noise, which can cause discomfort, but often the highest speeds in the hoods are not used at all.

Compact powerful exhaust hood with two halogen lamps. It can work in two modes, and at the first speeds it is quiet enough, but at the same time it quickly and qualitatively displays all pollutants.

Stylish and powerful hood, decorated with glass. Thanks to the inclined shape, such a hood is more effective, and yet it is not such a quiet enough. it one of the best models

From the presence of the hood and its properties can depend on whether the kitchen is a cozy "corner" where people like to gather at home and where it is not shameful to call guests, or it will turn into a "hot shop" with the inevitable smells of smoke, burning and not clear what else. If the desire for comfort is more urgent, the first thing that needs to be done is to calculate the optimal performance  future exhaust device. For this, there is a generally accepted formula: the volume of the kitchen (L x W x H) must be multiplied by a factor of 10-12. As a result, we get a value that shows how much air should be updated (cleaned) in the room per unit time (1 h). If you select a hood with parameters below the calculated ones, it can become just a decoration with a backlight function. But for a small kitchen model with a capacity of 1000 m³ / h or more will be a brute force. What else needs to be considered for choosing the best hood with optimal characteristics, we will consider further.

Criteria for choosing a good hood

Power

How to calculate the performance, you already know. But the figure will not be completely correct. It is important to understand that the coefficient 10-12 will give the result, at which the hood with the appropriate parameters should work at its maximum. And, consequently, at the peak volume level and with the full load on the motor. The value is also the type of the hob. For electrical panels and plates it is better to calculate with an increase in the coefficient to 15, and for gas to 20. The length of the ventilation path, the presence of bends, as well as the diameter of the pipe or the section of the box, additionally affect the efficiency of air exchange.

Operating mode

Most hoods are connected to the kitchen ventilation system. AT retraction mode  they expel air along with odors and vapors outside the premises. Many popular models also support circulation mode  - when the air is cleaned with filters and returns back to the room. Filters need to be changed regularly (every 4-6 months). This mode is convenient in winter - to keep the heat in the room.
  There are models of hoods designed to work only in the circulation mode. Such " hoods without ventilation"There are very interesting designs and unusual design - there are models that are built into the table, wall hoods, hanging, etc. But the cost of hoods without ventilation is high enough - mostly from $ 1000 and more." So they did not become popular.

Dimensions

For effective operation, the width of the hood must be not less than the width of the plate. Most often the hoods are produced in widths of 50, 60 and 90 cm.

Noise level

Too noisy hoods can turn a kitchen nightmare into a nightmare, so when choosing a hood, pay special attention to the maximum rate. It is desirable that it does not exceed 60 dB.

Lighting

Many manufacturers equip their hoods with brightness control for maximum comfort of use, and in some models this function is not available.

Which manufacturer of hoods is better?

Traditionally, the palm of the championship is held by time-tested German and Swedish brands: Siemens, Bosch, Asko. If the Scandinavian manufacturer is represented strictly in the premium segment, the German Bosch and Siemens, in addition to the flagship models Serie 8 and IQ 700, offer the consumer high-quality hoods in the average price range. Positive feedback from buyers provided the presence in the rating of the best hoods popular brands Hansa, Shindo, Kronasteel. Pleasantly pleased with the success of the Russian brand of kitchen hoods ELIKOR, which does not try to impersonate a mythical company from the European Union, but positions itself and develops precisely as a domestic producer.

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The best kitchen hoods with a width of 60 cm in 2016 - what are the most popular and inexpensive models of hoods of 60 cm? Especially for you, we performed an analysis of the top ratings and the Internet sales market among the most popular Russian resources and home appliances catalogs, and tried to understand how the hoods look and how to choose and how to extract the kitchen to 60 cm better.

Kitchen hoods with a width of 60 cm - market analysis in 2016

Based on the statistics of real demand and consumer preferences of Internet users, it can be confidently asserted that out of all the variety of brands represented on the market, the Russian consumer prefers the extensions of such well-known brands as his (share of the sales market,% / brand, manufacturer):

• 34% – Elikor  ("Elikor" Group, Kaluga);
• 9% – Krona  (KRONAsteel, LLC "CaventDom", assembly Turkey / China);
• 7% – Cata  (Spain, Torreyo, official website in Russia);
• 6% – Hansa  (AMICA WRONKI S.A., assembly plants in Poland);

• Gorenje  (Slovenia, Velenje);
• JETAIR(Elica Italy);

Approximately equal niches, with a share of 3-4% are:

• Lex  (Russia);
• Bosch  (Robert Bosch GmbH, assembly Germany and Slovenia);
• Akpo  (Poland, Isobelin);
• Maunfeld  (United Kingdom, Middlesbrough);
• Gefest  (JV OJSC Brestgazoapparat, Brest, Belarus);
• 17% - other producers.

At the same time, over the last 5 years, there has been a steady trend - a good half of the domestic market demand (47-53%) is completely covered by products of domestic brands, and this applies to both classic models and advanced, ultramodern (including embedded in the cabinet) .

Most popular models

• Elikor:

1. Epsilon 60 (225/430/54 / 4179-10970) - wall, dome hood 60 cm, wall mounting;
2. Amethyst 60 (6510-12440) with similar parameters, with glass;
3. Elikor Integra 60 (220/400/55 / ​​3360-7940) - with a sliding panel, built-in hanging drawer hood in the kitchen, the top model among the cheap kitchen hoods 60 cm;
4. Agat 60 (280/1000/59 / 11590-14990) - T-shaped, three-speed;
5. Pergola 60 (225/650/56 / 8000-10290) - wall, country; and the dome Silver Storm 60 (4180-6150);

• Krona:

1. Kamilla 1M 600 (125/390/56 / 6510-8645) - built in the cabinet hood 60 cm, with a sliding panel;
2. Gala 600 3P (* / 800/55 / ​​5829-7982) - the dome, the return valve in the complete set;

• Lex Mini 600  (180/420/54 / 7790-9190) - hinged (at an angle);

• Hansa OSC611(135/335/45 / 2220-4270) - budgetary, visor, installation in a suspended cabinet, two modes and a three-stage adjustment.

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Consumer preferences

Among other criteria that guide consumers when choosing a hood for 60 cm kitchen, preferences and priorities are as follows:

• type of attachment: wall (63%), and built into the cabinet (36%), island and other less than 1%;
• kitchen area (m 2): up to 10 (14%), ≤ 15 (33%), ≤ 20 (34%), ≤ 25 (9%) and above (8%);
• productivity (m 3 / hour): up to 300 (6%), ≤ 500 (40%), ≤ 700 (34%), up to 900 (10%), and higher (6%);
• design and construction:

Eternal classic - flat hanging (hinged), and domed (20% each);

Retractable (19%);

Visor (16%);

Country style (10%);

Fully equipped hoods, with glass, and T-shaped (equally, each 5% each);

• claimed in width: 50 cm (29%), 60 cm (61%), and 90 cm (7%);
• mode of control: mechanics - buttons (54%) and slider (29%), touch (16%);
• lighting: halogen and LED lamps (59%), luminescent (35%).

Extraction to the kitchen 60 cm: what is the choice of the consumer based on

The first and, perhaps, the most important criterion for choosing a hood in the kitchen is 60 cm - this is her performance(m 3 / h). It is he who determines whether this hood can cope with its tasks or not. In the product passport, the manufacturer indicates the area of ​​the room for which its specific model is designed. Knowing the area and height of the room, you can easily determine the volume of your kitchen. And considering: the air exchange rate is 10-12 cycles per hour, and the required power reserve is 25-30%, you should simply multiply the value of the volume by 10 and by 1.3 - this is the optimum value of the required performance. Weak extractors are unable to cope with the problems of air exchange and diversion effectively enough. And more powerful - unreasonably expensive in terms of economy and expediency.

Power Consumptionand energy efficiency  - in fact, these are the two main parameters that you should pay attention to when doing. It's no secret that to divert the same volume of air, different devices spend a different amount of energy. For example, both dome wall models of the same production Elikor Epsilon 60  and Silver Storm 60  equally consume 225 W, while the first surpasses 430 cubes per hour, and the other - 650. Such a spread of operating parameters is due to the differences in the applied constructive solutions, ways of capturing and generating a stream. Therefore, the coefficient of their usefulness is significantly different, although the price is approximately the same.

Noise level  - the lower its value, the more comfortable you feel. Constant noise, even insignificant - hinders, distracts and irritates. Unfortunately, it was not possible to create completely silent or absolutely silent hoods, to designers and engineers. Experts do not advise choosing a hood whose noise exceeds a threshold of 70 dB, even if an inline hood is selected.

Operating modes  - There are two options, this is the discharge of air to outside or its recirculation indoors. In the first variant, an air duct is connected to the hood, which is purchased and mounted separately. And in the second - it allows you to purify the air indoors, without removing it outside. In this mode, the need for a duct disappears, and it is actually not involved, which is especially economical in the cold autumn-winter period. Removing large volumes of warm air requires additional costs for heating the cold, coming from the street. Each mode has its own filtering system.

That is why   filters  - this is perhaps one of the main elements of the design, affecting the efficiency of the entire unit and comfort in the work area. Today, two types are used: basic coarse cleaning (mesh of steel or aluminum) absorbing fats, and interchangeable fine coal cleaning (with active absorbent properties) for recovery, removal of odors and fine particles. Mesh periodically need to be cleaned from contamination, and coal - only replaced with new after the development of the resource.

When connecting the exhaust duct to the ventilation system or when exiting outside, the installation   anti-return valve, preventing in the switched off state the ingress of external air inside the room. Not all of their models are equipped with this device.

In most cases, buyers often forget and completely overlook the question collaboration security  with already available gas heaters with an open combustion chamber: flow (columns) and capacitive (boilers). In fact, this is a very important point. The danger lies in the fact that the joint operation of the hood with this equipment can lead to the formation of reverse thrust and the ingress of carbon monoxide (CO) from the chimney back into the room. Such requirements, without fail, must be indicated by the manufacturer in the product passport, but often, unfortunately, are often ignored and present in an implicit or veiled form.

Design, form and design hoods are represented in a wide variety: classic domes, T-shaped, with glass, hinged, fully-fitted, visor and country (country style). The color scheme is quite extensive and diverse, and allows you to successfully fit into the interior. Most popular colors:

• not aging classics - white, beige, ivory, red, brown and black;
• modern style techno - polished stainless steel, silver, chrome, matt graphite, bronze, copper and gold.

Types of mounting and mounting hoods

• automatic control of operating modes, switching on and off with timers and sensors that react to the temperature of the hob and humidity;
• control and indication of the contamination of filters;
• remote control with remote control.

Housing material

• Undoubtedly, the most expensive, stylish and at the same time practical solution  especially for embedded in a cabinet - this is stainless polished steel. Due to the high chemical resistance of steel and the protective layer - this is one of the most reliable and durable materials, requiring minimal effort to clean the working surfaces.
• Enamel or powder coating - available a budget option, however, less durable, but also quite practical, if the painting and application are carried out in strict accordance with the requirements of technology.
• Tinted tinted glass is indisputable, beautiful, fashionable and aesthetic in itself, but requires careful care: you will have to constantly monitor the divorce, stains, chips and scratches.

Professionals recommend a balanced approach to the selection process for kitchen hoods. Do not rely entirely on ratings, reviews and comments, because in each case, the requirements for choice kitchen hoods  are individual, and these "indicators" of the market are constantly changing.