The hood in the kitchen is an essential attribute. The cleanliness and microclimate of the entire housing depend on how correctly this equipment is selected. A wide range of devices allows you to purchase the right model for any design project. One of the most interesting options is a fireplace hood. What types of it exist, how to choose and mount it correctly, we will consider in more detail.
Why "chimney" hood?
This equipment got its name due to the similarity with the casing over the fireplace. Options, material, type of application of the facing layer allow you to choose a device for any stylistic decision.
The fireplace hood will easily fit into retro style and country, modern and classic. In addition to this, the equipment has good technical characteristics that make it easy to cope with high temperatures, food odors and greasy deposits. This will make your stay in the kitchen and the cooking process as comfortable as possible.
Fireplace hood morecalled a dome. The shape of the casing can also be trapezoidal and rectangular. The lining of such devices can be found from simple stainless metal, glass and noble wood.
Design features
Any fireplace hood has a number of common parts:
- casing;
- false pipe;
- fan;
- control box with switches;
- backlight system;
- filter;
- decorative elements.
As you can see, the device of a standard hood is quite simple. There are more complex systems with touch controls and advanced functionality. Consider what classification of models exists.
Types of hoods by way of operation
I distinguish two types of devices:
Flowing. One of the most popular types of equipment. The principle of operation is the removal of polluted air flows from the room to the street. These models require installation in a general ventilation system or direct outlet to the street
Circulating. Such devices do not require integration into ventilation systems. Their principle of operation is based on the filtration of incoming air and its return (recirculation). A distinctive feature - the quality of work is determined by the frequency of filter changes and the right performance
The flowing chimney hood has a high efficiency, and its popularity is based on this.
Types of hoods at the installation site
There are only three options for such devices:
- Wall. Fasteningproduced above the heating equipment against the wall.
- Island. Often the plates are located in the center of the kitchen. For such cases, a fireplace-type island hood is provided.
- Angular. For small kitchens, every useful centimeter of space is needed, so for a number of projects, heating equipment is placed in a corner. You can emphasize the unique style and perform the main task of air purification using a corner hood. These types have a number of design features of the working surface.
The design can be straight and sloped. In the second case, this is an inclined fireplace hood. Separately, we note another type of device - built-in. Such designs are hidden in kitchen furniture (wall cabinets), so they do not belong to the type of fireplace. The proposed assortment line will make it easy to choose a unique model for any kitchen.
Features of choice
In order for the purchased equipment to successfully cope with the tasks, when choosing it, attention should be paid to the following characteristics and features:
- The exhaust hood should be larger than the surface of the thermal structure.
- Performance. For this, the volume of the kitchen room is calculated, which is multiplied by 12 (the normalized number of times the air is changed per hour in the room). Next, you should lay the stock: as a rule, multiply by a factor of 1.3. The performance of the hood is the volume of the kitchen multiplied by 12 and 1.3.
- Placement height above heating equipment. Bynorms, it should be 650-850 mm. A larger parameter requires a larger performance margin.
- Filter. It can be metal and replaceable elements. The first is easy to clean and lasts a long time. The second option will have to be changed periodically.
- Backlight (how ergonomic it is).
- Equipment power. The more powerful, the better the performance.
- Control system. There are a lot of variations, but the more additional features, the higher the price.
- Noise level.
As you can see, the list of characteristics is quite large. But taking into account these features, you can choose a high-quality hood.
Preparing for installation
For classic dome hoods, an outlet to the ventilation duct and connection to the electrical network should be provided. What are the features of connecting to the ventilation duct? If two separate systems are provided, then one of them will have to serve for natural ventilation of the premises, and the second must be used for forced installation.
If we consider a private house, it is better not to touch the vertical ventilation, but for a flowing hood, provide a direct hole to the street. A check valve device should be installed in the ventilation duct so that cold air does not enter the house.
It is also necessary to put a grate on the inlet to protect against precipitation and insects. The ventilation system should be firmly fixed to the building structure and sheathedsoundproof materials. As for the connection to the mains, dome structures provide a wire outlet for direct connection or a grounded socket.
Installation of a chimney hood
First of all, you should unpack the equipment and see what is included. The following elements must be present:
- shroud mounting plate;
- set of hardware;
- duct of required length;
- adapter flange with check valve.
If necessary, purchase the missing kit, the equipment is installed in stages:
- Markup. A straight line should be drawn along the level at a height of 650-850 mm from the surface of the heating equipment. Mark places for fasteners.
- Drill technical holes for dowel-nails.
- Install and fasten the casing to the wall.
- Connects to the mains using a junction box or by simply plugging into a grounded electrical outlet.
The air duct (corrugation) is attached to the adapter flange and sealed, and the free end is pushed further into the ventilation shaft and foamed with mounting foam. Wall-mounted chimney hood is easy to install. The whole time of work takes a maximum of 1.5 hours. Island equipment is attached to the ceiling space. Decorative chains are often used.
Reviews
According to the numerous responses from the owners, it is the fireplace hood that is most popular. Reviews indicate that it is betterchoose flow options. In addition to the beautiful design, such devices are distinguished by high efficiency. But at the same time, it is noted that one should carefully consider the calculation of performance. Otherwise, the equipment will not meet expectations.
Proper selection and installation of a chimney hood will save a prudent hostess from the extra hassle of washing greasy deposits from furniture and fighting stubborn kitchen odors. Do not forget about the timely maintenance of equipment: cleaning and replacing filters. A wide range of hoods will also add a stylistic zest to any design, which will give the kitchen coziness and comfort.
