The times of the same bulky and noisy cooker hoods are a thing of the past. Current consumers equally carefully select this technique not only in terms of power and performance, but also in form and design.
An angle hood is required for arranging a kitchen with such a placement of furniture when one of the corners is occupied by the hob. Such a layout allows you to save space in limited areas of the kitchen.
But not only the desire for savings is due to this choice. The design of the kitchen with the original range hood and stove in the corner is also chosen by the owners of large kitchens. Firstly, this arrangement is convenient: immediately on both sides are working surfaces; secondly - it is original, and helps to create a cozy atmosphere. Such as in this photo, for example.
The benefits of corner hoods
- Space saving. This issue is especially relevant for kitchens with a small area.
- Easy installation. It is easier to mount an angle hood, people who do not have special building knowledge usually cope with this on their own.
- A wide variety of models allows you to organically fit the hood into any design.
- Properly selected performance contributes to high-quality air purification from kitchen fumes.
- Angle hoods, like linear hoods, are easy to operate. There are models with push-button, touch or remote control.
- Newer models have a lower noise level, which is a significant advantage.
Corner hoods are distinguished by the ability to work without professional cleaning for a long period. Unless the filters will have to be changed in models with carbon filters, but this is a simple task.
Functional classification
- Flowing. They work to remove polluted air outside the premises. Pros: better cleaning, low noise, no need to change filters. Minus: the equipment of a high-quality air exhaust system is required, which is not possible for all kitchens.
- Circulating. The principle of operation of this type of cleaning fans is based on recirculation. That is, the polluted air passes through the filters, is cleaned and returned back to the kitchen. Plus: easy installation that does not require complex installation work. Cons: the need to replace filters, less quality cleaning, moist air and vapors are not removed.
Most modern models of corner hoods are designed in a combined version and combine the installation capabilities of any principle.
Specifications
The first thing you pay attention to when choosing a hood is its performance and power. Performance is a value that indicates the amount of air that a fan is able to let through per hour of operation. The choice depends on the area and height of the room, the duration of the stove and some other parameters.
If you want to operate the hood for a long time, buy a device with a higher capacity than necessary. Not working at full power will provide cost-effectiveness and reduce noise.
The width of the hood should be slightly wider than the hob. If you are going to mount it with a kitchen set already installed, measure the width especially carefully, otherwise it will be difficult to squeeze it into a corner.
The corner hood can be retractable. In this case, you need to make sure that it will be advanced without obstacles. We must not forget that this type of hoods can be left-sided or right-sided. Many models are designed for mounting in any corner, regardless of the side.Such varieties are shown in the photo.
Cooker hoods and kitchen design
Corner kitchen air purifiers are T-shaped or domed hanging models. Ceiling mounts and built-in models of this type of hoods are not found.
Dome - hide the suction surface behind the side walls. These hoods have a classic look and are more often used for kitchens in the style of classics, retro, Provence, country. For the depth of style they are trimmed with inserts and shelves of wood.
T-shaped models have an open work surface. Their ultramodern look adorns the interiors of high-tech, loft, minimalism, modernist styles.
T-shaped corner hoods for kitchens are more suitable for small rooms, but domed ones will better decorate the corner of a large spacious kitchen.
Color schemes should take into account the general background of the kitchen. The range of colors - the most diverse - gray, black, white metal, imitation wood, original author's colors.
Brands and prices
The prices of corner hoods range in a very wide range and depend on the performance, size, quality of the material, design and the number of additional functions. The simplest models can cost about 12 thousand rubles. Models with touch or remote control and a liquid crystal display, ultra-modern design will require 90 thousand and above.
Common brands also dictate prices higher than little-known firms, but their prestige guarantees quality an order of magnitude higher.
