extractor hood

Cooking fume remover

An extractor hood is a ventilated canopy installed above a stove or cooktop to remove cooking fumes, smoke, grease, and odors from the kitchen.

It typically contains a fan and filters, venting either outside or recirculating filtered air.

Also called a range hood or exhaust hood: The extractor hood needs a new filter.

components

grease filter

Mesh catching airborne cooking fats

blower · ducting · vent pipe · control panel · lighting · halogen bulbs · remote control · sensor · timer · damper

function

suction

Pulling via pressure difference

filtration · air circulation · moisture removal · heat dissipation · air purification

appliance

rangehood

Stovetop ventilation appliance

ducted · stainless steel · glass canopy · residential · built-in · convertible · telescopic · pull-out · slimline

installation

ductwork

HVAC distribution channels

height adjustment · clearance · noise level · decibels · building codes · contractor · retrofit

cooking

grease

Thick oily lubricant

stir-fry · searing · flambé · deep-frying · wok cooking · grilling · broiling · steaming · smoke · aromatic herbs

Opposites
air movement direction

extractor hoodintake vent

Opening for incoming airflow

fresh air intake · window fan · ceiling fan

air quality function

extractor hoodhumidifier

Moisture-adding appliance

scent diffuser · smoke machine · fog machine · steam generator · incense burner

ventilation function

extractor hoodsealed room

Fully enclosed space

gas stove

Family

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Timeless · Concrete · Everyday, not technical · Rated G