What to look for in a cooker hood?

Some might believe that hoods are strictly designed to draw out moisture that rises around the cooking area, but that couldn't be further away from the truth. Nowadays, cooker hood extractor fans are not the loud, awkward and obtrusive appliances they once were. Many of them are a design masterpiece, combining state-of-the-art technology with impressive design.

Chimney cooker hoods are known for their signature canopy which is placed on top of the range. This canopy has an internal fan which is designed to collect any steam, moisture, smells or fumes. All of this is then redirected into a flue (chimney) or a vent.

This type of kitchen cooker hoods is known for its distinct look, making it one of the most stylish options out there. They are a true vocal point in any kitchen, swiftly transforming the room into a unique and elegant space.

When your cooking unit is on an island you will need an island cooker hood. These types of hoods simply hang from the ceiling right above your cooktop. They work in the same way as any other hood, but are mounted in the middle of your kitchen, rather than on a wall.

There are two different options when choosing a kitchen island - an island range hood or the downdraft hood.

Rising in popularity in recent years, island kitchen extractor hoods have a plethora of advantages. They are visually stunning and add a gorgeous element to your kitchen. More often than not, their home will be in a spacious, rather than a small kitchen.

Kitchen islands have exploded in popularity over the recent decades. In turn, island extractor hoods have seen a similar rise in demand. They are luxurious, visually impressive and come in a wide range of styles. Apart from adding a fantastic element of functionality, they are also a fabulously beautiful feature that will impress every visitor.

As with any other type of cooker hood, island extractor fans also have their cons. They are a more expensive option compared to regular hoods and might require longer installation time.

Our freestanding wall decorative cooker hood is fitted with unique aluminium grease filters that eliminate up to 98% of grease particles.

If you’re a lover of all things innovative, you won’t want to miss out on our unique and ground-breaking telescopic hood. It provides LED lighting with highly efficient illumination of the cooking hob. Finally, it offers unparalleled sound-absorbing properties to reduce noise levels.

Another fascinating option is the 60cm wall chimney cooker hood DK63CLB. This black cooker hood features automatic fan operation and significantly reduced noise levels. It includes a setting that allows automatic switching off as well as the refresh function designed to activate every hour and refresh the air for 10 minutes.

Last but not least, the 60cm white cooker hood WHI643ORAW features innovative parametric air suction systems and elegant led lighting. It can be automatically switched off in 10, 20 or 30 minutes and offers a refresh function. To make things even better, the hood detects the level of impurities and automatically adjusts the fan speed. This way you can turn all your attention to cooking up a wonderful meal, rather than fussing about with different fan settings

Finally, it’s important to point out two basic cooker hood elements that often go unnoticed. We firmly believe that individuals should acquire as much information as possible prior to their purchase. Getting to know more about your kitchen appliance will both prevent you from making any mistakes that might affect its performance and will also help you make the right decision for your own household.

Remember, every single household is different and has vastly different needs. Don’t simply choose something just because you’ve liked the appliance when visiting your friend’s home. Always choose what will work best for you and your family!

When talking about smaller elements of extraction hoods, we can’t forget about cooker hood grease filters.

If you’re wondering how to clean cooker hood filters, the most important thing to remember is to do it regularly! The longer you wait, the more grime, grease and first will gather on the filter. Just like when it comes to ovens, cooker hood filter cleaning should be done regularly. The more often this is done, the easier the process will be. A clean hood grease filter will also offer an overall better performance.

Last but not least, we can’t forget to mention cooker hood bulbs. After all, they are often the most common thing that needs to be replaced on a cooker hood. They are intended to be used strictly during cooking and shouldn’t be constantly left on. Luckily, they are very straightforward to change yourself.