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The Ultimate Guide to Choosing the Perfect Hood and Chimney for Your Kitchen

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Are you tired of dealing with lingering cooking smells and smoke in your kitchen? It may be time to invest in the perfect hood and chimney for your culinary haven. In this ultimate guide from Nikshan Online, we will walk you through the factors you need to consider when selecting a hood and chimney, ensuring that you find the perfect fit for your cooking needs and lifestyle. From understanding different types of hoods and chimneys to determining the appropriate size and ventilation power, we’ve got you covered.

Not only will we help you make an informed decision, but we will also provide you with valuable tips on maintaining and cleaning your hood and chimney to keep them functioning effectively for years to come. So, get ready to bid farewell to unpleasant odors and enjoy a fresh and clean kitchen atmosphere.

Let’s dive into the world of hoods and chimneys, and discover the key to perfecting your kitchen ventilation system.

Importance of choosing the right hood and chimney for your kitchen

The importance of choosing the right hood and chimney for your kitchen cannot be overstated. A properly functioning hood and chimney not only eliminate cooking odors and smoke, but they also help keep your kitchen clean and free from harmful pollutants. With the right ventilation system, you can enjoy cooking without worrying about the aftermath.

Firstly, a good hood and chimney ensure that grease, steam, and other cooking byproducts are effectively captured and expelled from your kitchen. This prevents the buildup of grease on your walls, cabinets, and appliances, making cleaning a breeze. Additionally, a well-ventilated kitchen reduces the risk of respiratory problems caused by inhaling cooking fumes.

Moreover, a properly sized hood and chimney enhance the overall cooking experience. They help maintain a comfortable temperature in your kitchen by removing excess heat, ensuring that you can cook without feeling suffocated. The right ventilation system also prevents the spread of cooking smells to other areas of your home, keeping the rest of your living space fresh and inviting.

Choosing the perfect hood and chimney for your kitchen is not only about functionality and aesthetics, but it is also a long-term investment in the health and well-being of your family. Now that we understand the importance, let’s explore the different types of hoods and chimneys available in the market.

Types of hoods and chimneys available

ImageNamePriceBuy
elica fl 900 spt hac ms 90cm wall mounted chimney and elica hob pro fb mfc 4b 91 dx ffd combo offerElica FL 900 SPT HAC MS 90cm Wall Mounted Chimney and Elica Hob PRO FB MFC 4B 91 DX FFD Combo Offer Original price was: ₹94,980.00.Current price is: ₹66,900.00.Out of stock
elica hob 3 italian burner auto ignition flexi hct 375 lotus bk and elica 90 cm wall mounted chimney fl 900 slim hac ms nero combo offerElica Hob 3 Italian Burner Auto Ignition Flexi Hct 375 Lotus Bk and Elica 90 cm Wall Mounted Chimney FL 900 SLIM HAC MS NERO Combo Offer Original price was: ₹50,890.00.Current price is: ₹27,900.00.Out of stock
elica 90 cm wall mounted chimney efl s901 hac ltw vms and elica 90 cm 4 burner hob dfs fb mfc 4b 91 dx  combo offerElica 90 cm Wall Mounted Chimney EFL S901 HAC LTW VMS and Elica 90 cm 4 Burner Hob DFS FB MFC 4B 91 DX Combo offer Original price was: ₹102,800.00.Current price is: ₹76,000.00.Out of stock
elica kitty etb he ltw 80 bk t4v led 80cm wall mounted chimney and elica 75 cm 3 burner hob dfs ab series ind flexi ab 375 dx dfsElica KITTY ETB HE LTW 80 BK T4V LED 80cm Wall Mounted Chimney and Elica 75 cm 3 Burner Hob DFS AB Series IND FLEXI AB 375 DX DFS Original price was: ₹66,980.00.Current price is: ₹41,900.00.Out of stock
faber 60 cm 1000 m³/hr curved glass kitchen chimney (hood pretty plus pro bk pb ltw 60, 1 baffle filter)Faber 60 cm 1000 m³/HR Curved Glass Kitchen Chimney (HOOD PRETTY PLUS PRO BK PB LTW 60, 1 Baffle Filter) Original price was: ₹18,990.00.Current price is: ₹12,900.00.
faber 60 cm 1500 m³/hr angular kitchen chimney (hood apex flhc sc bk 60, filterless technology, touch control)Faber 60 cm 1500 m³/hr angular Kitchen Chimney (HOOD APEX FLHC SC BK 60, Filterless technology, Touch Control) Original price was: ₹34,990.00.Current price is: ₹26,999.00.
elica ismart 5 star performance 60 cm kitchen chimney with inverter technology (ismart spot h6 bf ltw 60 nero)Elica iSMART 5 STAR Performance 60 cm Kitchen Chimney with Inverter Technology (iSMART SPOT H6 BF LTW 60 NERO) Original price was: ₹35,990.00.Current price is: ₹23,600.00.
elica 60cm 1220m3/hr ducted wall mounted chimney with touch control panel (glace tf trim etb plus ltw 60 nero t4v led)Elica 60cm 1220m3/hr Ducted Wall Mounted Chimney with Touch Control Panel (GLACE TF TRIM ETB PLUS LTW 60 NERO T4V LED) Original price was: ₹32,990.00.Current price is: ₹18,900.00.
elica 60 cm 1200 m3/hr filterless autoclean kitchen chimney (fl 600 slim hac ms nero, touch + motion sensor control)Elica 60 cm 1200 m3/hr Filterless Autoclean Kitchen Chimney (FL 600 SLIM HAC MS NERO, Touch + Motion Sensor Control) Original price was: ₹24,900.00.Current price is: ₹10,900.00.Out of stock
elica 60 cm 1350 m3/hr filterless autoclean kitchen chimney with 15 years warranty (flcg 600 hac ltw ms nero, touch + motion sensor control, black)Elica 60 cm 1350 m3/hr Filterless Autoclean Kitchen Chimney with 15 Years Warranty (FLCG 600 HAC LTW MS NERO, Touch + Motion Sensor Control, Black) Original price was: ₹25,990.00.Current price is: ₹14,500.00.Out of stock
carysil 60 cm wall mounted chimney wall mounted series spark 60Carysil 60 cm Wall Mounted Chimney Wall Mounted Series Spark 60 Original price was: ₹17,800.00.Current price is: ₹11,500.00.
carysil chimney silencio 60 cm |heat auto clean | pdca metal housing with double layer blowerCarysil Chimney Silencio 60 cm |Heat Auto Clean | PDCA Metal Housing with Double layer Blower Original price was: ₹34,990.00.Current price is: ₹22,900.00.Out of stock
haier hood ,hihv60hmcHaier Hood ,HIHV60HMC Original price was: ₹30,200.00.Current price is: ₹18,500.00.
haier hood ,hih-v90hm-cHaier Hood ,HIH-V90HM-C Original price was: ₹41,200.00.Current price is: ₹25,990.00.Out of stock
haier hood ,hih-v75hm-cHaier Hood ,HIH-V75HM-C Original price was: ₹34,200.00.Current price is: ₹23,900.00.
hafele 60 cm wall mounted chimney fm series curve 60 xHafele 60 cm Wall Mounted Chimney FM Series CURVE 60 X Original price was: ₹26,690.00.Current price is: ₹17,000.00.
hafele wall mounted chimney ,crv 90 plus auto clean  (black 1400 cmh)Hafele Wall Mounted Chimney ,CRV 90 PLUS Auto Clean (Black 1400 CMH) Original price was: ₹38,890.00.Current price is: ₹22,400.00.Out of stock
faber 90 cm 1350 m?/hr auto-clean angular kitchen chimney (hood zenith fl sc ac bk 90, filterless technology, touch control, black)Faber 90 cm 1350 m?/HR Auto-Clean Angular Kitchen Chimney (Hood Zenith FL SC AC BK 90, Filterless Technology, Touch Control, Black) Original price was: ₹41,990.00.Current price is: ₹28,500.00.Out of stock
faber 90 cm 1200 m3/hr heat auto clean chimney ,(hood crest plus hc sc bk 90, filterless, touch & gesture control, black)Faber 90 cm 1200 m3/hr Heat Auto Clean Chimney ,(Hood Crest Plus HC SC BK 90, Filterless, Touch & Gesture Control, Black) Original price was: ₹36,990.00.Current price is: ₹22,999.00.Out of stock
faber 60 cm 1350 m?/hr auto-clean angular kitchen chimney ,(hood zenith fl sc ac bk 60, filterless technology, touch control, black)Faber 60 cm 1350 m?/HR Auto-Clean Angular Kitchen Chimney ,(Hood Zenith FL SC AC BK 60, Filterless Technology, Touch Control, Black) Original price was: ₹34,990.00.Current price is: ₹25,999.00.
faber chimney florence fl sc ac bk 90Faber Chimney FLORENCE FL SC AC BK 90 Original price was: ₹26,990.00.Current price is: ₹15,500.00.
faber chimney ace pro 3d in hc pb fl bk 90Faber Chimney ACE PRO 3D IN HC PB FL BK 90 Original price was: ₹24,990.00.Current price is: ₹14,500.00.
elica efl 207 hac ltw vms 60 auto clean wall mounted chimney  (black 1350 cmh)Elica EFL 207 HAC LTW VMS 60 Auto Clean Wall Mounted Chimney (Black 1350 CMH) Original price was: ₹31,990.00.Current price is: ₹14,900.00.
elica 60 cm 1200 m3/hr auto clean chimney (wdat hac 60 nero, 2 baffle filters, touch control, black)Elica 60 cm 1200 m3/hr Auto Clean Chimney (WDAT HAC 60 NERO, 2 Baffle Filters, Touch Control, Black) Original price was: ₹23,990.00.Current price is: ₹11,900.00.
elica 60 cm 1100 m3/hr chimney (escg bf 60 nero, 1 baffle filter, black)Elica 60 cm 1100 m3/HR Chimney (Escg BF 60 NERO, 1 Baffle Filter, Black) Original price was: ₹17,990.00.Current price is: ₹11,900.00.
elica efl 207 hac ltw vms 90 auto clean wall mounted chimney  (black 1350 cmh)Elica EFL 207 HAC LTW VMS 90 Auto Clean Wall Mounted Chimney (Black 1350 CMH) Original price was: ₹34,990.00.Current price is: ₹17,900.00.Out of stock
elica 90 cm 1200 m3/hr auto clean chimney (wdat hac 90 nero, 2 baffle filters, touch control, black)Elica 90 cm 1200 m3/hr Auto Clean Chimney (WDAT HAC 90 NERO, 2 Baffle Filters, Touch Control, Black) Original price was: ₹27,990.00.Current price is: ₹16,900.00.
elica wall mounted chimney ,flcg 900 hac ltw ms nero auto clean wall mounted chimney  (black 1350 cmh)Elica Wall Mounted Chimney ,FLCG 900 HAC LTW MS NERO Auto Clean Wall Mounted Chimney (Black 1350 CMH) Original price was: ₹28,990.00.Current price is: ₹15,900.00.
carysil 90 cm wall mounted chimney wall mounted series spark 90Carysil 90 cm Wall Mounted Chimney Wall Mounted Series Spark 90 Original price was: ₹20,700.00.Current price is: ₹13,300.00.Out of stock
carysil 90 cm wall mounted chimney wall mounted series tekno 90Carysil 90 cm Wall Mounted Chimney Wall Mounted Series TEKNO 90 Original price was: ₹24,790.00.Current price is: ₹16,000.00.

Noise levels and energy efficiency considerations

Nobody wants a loud and energy-consuming hood and chimney in their kitchen. Here are some key considerations to keep in mind regarding noise levels and energy efficiency:

1. Noise Reduction Features: Look for hoods and chimneys that come with noise reduction features, such as insulated motor housings and sound-absorbing materials. These features help minimize noise levels and ensure a quiet cooking environment.

2. Energy Star Certification: Energy Star certified hoods and chimneys are designed to be energy-efficient, which can help reduce your energy consumption and utility bills. Look for Energy Star labels when choosing your ventilation system.

3. LED Lighting: Opt for hoods and chimneys with energy-efficient LED lighting. LED lights consume less energy compared to traditional incandescent or halogen lights, saving you money in the long run.

4. Variable Speed Controls: Hoods and chimneys with variable speed controls allow you to adjust the ventilation power according to your cooking needs. This not only helps conserve energy but also reduces noise levels when full power is not required.

Consider these factors when selecting your hood and chimney to ensure that you have a quiet and energy-efficient ventilation system that enhances your cooking experience.

Now that you have chosen the perfect hood and chimney for your kitchen, it’s important to take care of them to ensure optimal performance and longevity.

Maintenance and cleaning tips for hoods and chimneys

Regular maintenance and cleaning are essential to keep your hood and chimney functioning effectively and to prevent the buildup of grease and other cooking byproducts. Here are some valuable tips to help you maintain and clean your ventilation system:

1. Clean Filters: If you have a ductless system, clean or replace the filters regularly to ensure proper airflow and efficient filtration. Refer to the manufacturer’s instructions for the recommended cleaning frequency and method.

2. Remove Grease Buildup: Grease buildup can affect the performance of your hood and chimney. Wipe down the exterior surfaces regularly with a mild detergent and warm water. For removable parts, such as grease filters, soak them in warm, soapy water and scrub gently to remove grease.

3. Clean Ductwork: If you have a ducted system, it’s important to clean the ductwork periodically to prevent the buildup of grease and other debris. Consult a professional for duct cleaning or follow the manufacturer’s guidelines for DIY cleaning.

4. Check and Clean the Vent Cap: The vent cap, located on the exterior of your home, can accumulate dirt and debris over time. Check the vent cap regularly and clean it if necessary to ensure optimal airflow.

5. Inspect and Replace Damaged Parts: Regularly inspect your hood and chimney for any signs of damage or wear. Replace any damaged or worn-out parts to maintain the efficiency and safety of your ventilation system.

By following these maintenance and cleaning tips, you can extend the lifespan of your hood and chimney and ensure that they continue to provide efficient ventilation for your kitchen.

Now that you are equipped with the knowledge and tips to choose, size, and maintain your hood and chimney, let’s explore some popular brands and models in the market.

Conclusion

As we conclude this comprehensive guide from Nikshan Online, we hope you now feel equipped and empowered to make an informed decision when it comes to selecting the ideal hood and chimney for your kitchen. Remember, these essential appliances not only enhance your cooking experience but also contribute to a healthier and more pleasant home environment. Whether you opt for a wall-mounted design, an island model, or an under-cabinet solution, the key is to consider your unique cooking needs, kitchen layout, and personal preferences. Take the time to explore different brands, weigh the features, and factor in your budget. Regular maintenance and proper installation are key to ensuring the longevity and efficiency of your chosen hood and chimney. At Nikshan Online, we’re committed to helping you create a kitchen space that not only meets but exceeds your expectations. Happy cooking and may your kitchen be filled with delightful aromas and flavors.

 

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