No flue pipe? No problem. Here are our tips and solutions to choose the right hood or hob for your needs.
The hob is only one of the appliances that helps create a suitable environment for cooking in the kitchen. Another essential tool in guaranteeing livability and comfort in this space is the hood, which removes condensation, vapor and odors produced when cooking.
The most common type of kitchen hood used is the duct out version, which through the use of an electric fan positioned over the hob, captures fumes and odors, expelling them outside, thanks to a duct called flue pipe. But what can you do if it isn’t structurally possible to have a fume exit outlet? Or if, you just want a less invasive, more elegant solution for your kitchen? As of today, there are various solutions available on the market that combine top performance with refined design. Here are some tips on how to choose a hood without a flue pipe.
Let’s answer this right away: yes, a hood without a flue pipe is possible. The main function of a traditional hood is conveying and expelling air outside, usually through a flue pipe. However, there are alternative systems that effectively eliminate unwanted vapors and odors, in order to breathe clean air in the kitchen.
The most commonly known alternative system is the filtering hood. Its main characteristics are:
The “core” of this type of hood is its filtering system, that filters air by capturing odors, fumes and cooking grease. Usually, a hood without a flue pipe is equipped with two types of filters, working synergically and complementarily:
And what if a hood isn’t really needed? Induction hob technology has paved the way to the possibility of integrating a fume removal system into the hob itself. The fumes, instead of rising up towards the hood, are conveyed below the hob via a fan positioned on the hob itself. An innovative technological solution that makes the best use out of kitchen space, combining two appliances in one.
Extractor hobs are a brand-new, innovative solution, which efficiently remove grease and odors, while fitting in with any kitchen style, thanks to their clean and linear design. Extractor hobs are distinguished by:
The line of NikolaTesla Extractor hobs by Elica, combines the typical features of the best induction hobs on the market with the innovation of integrated extraction: the perfect marriage between technology, form and function.
In addition to the filtering hood details provided, here are some useful tips to help make an informed and advantageous choice. Some filtering hood features to consider are:
Just a few tips, and you will make the right choice in selecting the extractor hob or hood without a flue pipe, that best meets the technical and aesthetic needs of your kitchen.