The kitchen is an indispensable and important space in family life, and the range hood, as the "air purifier" of the kitchen, plays a pivotal role in the cooking process.
However, in the face of a dazzling array of range hood products on the market, how to choose a good product that is most suitable for your kitchen? This article will give you a detailed introduction to the five key points of choosing a range hood.
1. Understand the type of range hood
At present, the range hoods on the market are mainly divided into the following types:
1. European-style range hood: stylish in appearance and suitable for open kitchens.
However, the suction power is relatively small, which is suitable for families with less cooking fumes.
2. Side-draft range hood: installed on the side of the wall, does not occupy the top space, suitable for small kitchens.
The suction power is strong, but it is relatively cumbersome to clean.
3. Top suction range hood: installed on the top of the kitchen, with strong suction power, suitable for families with more cooking fumes.
However, it takes up a certain amount of space and is not suitable for kitchens with low floor heights.
4. Lower range hood: installed under the stove, with strong suction, and does not occupy wall and top space.
But the price is higher and the installation is more complicated.
Knowing the pros and cons of various range hoods will help you choose according to the needs of your kitchen.
Second, pay attention to the performance indicators of range hoods
1. Suction: The core function of the range hood is to suction and exhaust the fume, so the suction power is crucial.
Generally speaking, the greater the suction, the better the smoke evacuation.
When viewing product parameters, you can pay attention to the indicator "air volume", which is measured in cubic meters per minute (m3/min).
The higher the air volume, the stronger the suction.
2. Noise: The range hood will produce noise during operation, which will affect the cooking experience.
When buying, you can pay attention to the noise level of the product and try to choose a style with lower noise.
3. Energy efficiency: Energy conservation and environmental protection are important reference factors for purchasing household appliances.
The higher the energy efficiency rating of the range hood, the better the energy saving effect.
3. Consider the kitchen space and decoration style
1. Space: Choose the right range hood size according to the size of the kitchen space.
If you have a smaller kitchen area, consider a side-draft or under-exhaust range hood to save space.
2. Decoration style: The appearance design of the range hood should be coordinated with the kitchen decoration style.
For example, a flatbed range hood can be chosen for a minimalist style, and a range hood with moldings can be chosen for a Chinese style.
Fourth, pay attention to the ease of use of the range hood
1. Easy to clean: The range hood is easy to accumulate oil stains during use, and it is more troublesome to clean.
When purchasing, you can pay attention to whether the product has a self-cleaning function, or whether it is easy to disassemble and clean.
2. Easy to operate: The operation panel of the range hood should be simple and easy to understand, which is convenient for the elderly and children at home.
5. Brand and after-sales service
1. Brand: Choose a well-known brand of range hood, product quality and after-sales service are more guaranteed.
2. After-sales service: Understand the brand's after-sales service policy, such as warranty period, maintenance service, etc., so that problems can be solved in time.
When purchasing a range hood, it is necessary to combine the actual situation of your own kitchen, and comprehensively consider factors such as product type, performance, space, ease of use and after-sales service.
As long as you grasp the above five points, I believe you will be able to choose a good product that is most suitable for your kitchen.