Hoods protect the kitchen from smoke, sedimentation on the walls and remove the smallest particles of combustion products. In all the diversity of choice, we will try to figure out which hood is better able to cope with its task - dome or flat and how they differ.
What is different from the models
Already from the name of the hoods can draw a conclusion about the features of models - the flat hood is notable for its compactness and small dimensions, and the dome has impressive dimensions and is similar in appearance to the old fireplace hoods.
Flat model
Works on a very simple principle - the polluted air passes through the internal filtration system, cleans and re-enters the kitchen.
Dome model
It will work on the principle of exhaust ventilation. That is, the air will be "dragged" into the pipe with the fan, thus removing all the smoke and smells from the room.
Let's compare the possibilities, capacity and ways of mounting each hood.
| Parameters | Dome  | Flat  |
|---|---|---|
| Where is installed | On the wall above the plate Can be mounted to the ceiling | Mounted above the hob |
| How to install | Requires a good ventilation system in the house( with insufficient ventilation you may need to exhaust the air out) | Does not require special installation of air vent |
| Power | Capable of handling 1000 meters of cubic per hour | The most powerful model will process800 m3 per hour( average of 400-600 meters) |
| Noise level | 20 to 70 dB | 30 to 90 dB |
| Distinctive features | Has a versatile design Can be made of metal with glass, decorated with wood or made ofsolid metal | Equipped with a filter - coal, aluminum or metal The carbon filter requires constant cleaning, aluminum and metal - regular washing All filters require replacement( every six months) |
If you own a large and simplekitchen with high ceilings, you will like the dome hood - it has great power and performance and does not require replacing filters. Such exhaust hood will be equipped with a greasy washable filter, which requires periodic washing.
The flat model will appeal to owners of a small kitchen with low ceilings, it will look neat and does not require additional efforts for installation. Flat hoods are more demanding for cleaning, since the quality of work and the degree of air purification depend on the condition of the filters. If they are not cleaned or changed for a long time, they become clogged, and the extractor simply can not perform its function qualitatively.