Currently, the models of kitchen hoods as well as the companies that produce this product are so many and diverse that when you buy, you will be surprised which type of hood with which brand is best for you. In such a situation, you will need a guide to buy a hood to avoid wasting time and paying unnecessarily. Let's say that in the process of buying a kitchen hood, it is necessary to pay attention to a series of items, and if you neglect to check them carefully, it is always possible that the purchased hood is not suitable for you in terms of efficiency, quality, size, and most importantly, the price.
With these interpretations, it is good to know that the important points before buying a hood are summarized in the following:
- Hood type
- Hood brand
- Suction power Hood
- hood color
Introducing kitchen hood models
The kitchen hood is a product that is produced in various types; In general, when we talk about the type of hood, we mean one of the following:
- Island hood
- Under-cabinet hood
- Fireplace hood
- Concealed hood
- Diagonal hood
1) Island hood
There is a type of kitchen hood that is usually installed on the ceiling and completely above the gas stove, and it is called "island hood". Let's say this product is installed on the ceiling and above the cooking island, and for this reason it is called "island hood" or "island hood". It goes without saying that this type of hood is suitable for large and wide kitchens. It is more suitable and also because of its beautiful and modern appearance, it is considered a great option for strict people and fans of luxury goods. Apart from these, the island hood has relatively high suction power and completely covers the upper space of the gas stove.
2) Under-cabinet hood
This product named "Wall or under-cabinet hood" is also sold, it has a series of special features. including the fact that it must be installed under the cabinet and above the gas stove, it does not have the ability to be touched with the remote control, and it is equipped with a push button. It is produced in "single-motor" and "double-motor" models, it has an economical and reasonable price, its maintenance is easy and hassle-free, and most importantly, it occupies little space.
3) Fireplace hood
This hood is considered one of the first kitchen hood models, whose appearance is very similar to the letter T in reverse. Needless to say, a fireplace hood is also known by other names such as flat hood, crescent hood and classic hood. Due to the fact that the lower surface of this hood is placed parallel to the top of the stove, compared to other types of hoods, it has much more suction. 4) Hidden hood b>
The hidden hood (built-in hood) is installed inside the cabinet above the gas stove and only its control panel can be seen. The same issue has made this hood suitable for any decoration and also does not cause any damage to the integrity of the cabinets. In addition, the built-in hood has a smaller size compared to other types of hoods and occupies less space; As a result, if you have a small kitchen, you can easily use this type of hood. Another thing you should know about the hidden hood is its affordable price.
One of the types of kitchen hoods available in the market is the diagonal hood, which is at a 45 degree angle to the stove. The gas is installed and because of this angled installation, it is called a diagonal hood. Currently, the diagonal hood is produced in different sizes and can be purchased, and anyone can buy this product in the dimensions and sizes they need and want. In this way, the air in the kitchen and the interior of the house remains completely clean and healthy, and you no longer need to worry about the smell of food spreading and remaining in the kitchen and home.
How important is the power of suction hood?
One of the other important points that should be considered before buying a kitchen hood is the suction power of the motor of this device. Let's say that the hood engine is considered strong and efficient when it has the most suction. This suction power is calculated in cubic meters per hour, and the higher the number, the more power the hood motor has. Needless to say, the sound of the motor in this product is greatly affected by its suction power, for this reason the suction power of home kitchen hoods should not usually be higher than **** cubic meters. In other words, an ideal hood with a strong engine has a suction power of around 700 to 800 cubic meters.
Kitchen hood color
Usually hood manufacturing companies make this product in two colors: sunny and moonlight; Therefore, the kitchen hood does not vary much in terms of color, but you should not neglect to pay attention to this item when buying.