RANGE HOODS
i. TYPES OF RANGE HOODS
ii. THINGS TO CONSIDER WHEN PURCHASING
- Measure allotted space carefully before purchasing
- A range hood is a useful investment because it can stop grease, smoke, cooking odors from traveling through your house
- Take note of the decibel measurement. The more powerful the motor, the louder the noise
- Look for a model with dishwasher-safe stainless steel filter
- Know the extraction rate. Higher extraction rate will vent a larger amount of air. If you do a lot of cooking, get one with an extraction rate of around 700m3/h
- Noise:
i. Noise levels varies for different types of rangehoods. Manufacturers provide decibel rating
ii. You can invest in a rangehood with a sound-proofed motor