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What Are Canopy Hoods?
Planning a brand new kitchen or simply upgrading your existing appliances? You’ll need to consider ventilation. There are several types of kitchen extractor to choose from, and canopy hoods are one of the most popular options. Here we’ll explain what a canopy hood is, how they work and which type of kitchens canopy hoods work best in.
What is a Canopy Hood?
A canopy hood is a type of extractor fan. Sometimes referred to as a ‘built in cooker hood’, canopy hoods blend into your kitchen seamlessly. You can install this type of cooker hood into kitchen cabinets, wall units or a chimney breast. If you like to keep your kitchen looking minimal and fuss free, a canopy hood is an ideal choice. You can enjoy powerful ventilation without compromising on style.
What’s the Difference Between a Chimney Hood and a Canopy Hood?
A chimney hood is a wall mounted cooker hood. While both types feature the extraction unit and lighting, a chimney hood is designed to be visible whereas a canopy hood is not. Chimney hoods usually have a distinct chimney-like design. These can suit either modern or traditional style kitchens and can create an eye catching focal point. A canopy hood on the other hand, is more compact and hides neatly beneath a cabinet or unit above your hob. Canopy hoods take up less space and won’t intrude on your kitchen aesthetic. Which type of hood you choose depends on your kitchen style and how much available space you have.
How Do Canopy Hoods Work?
All cooker hoods work in the same way. The main differences are how they look and the way you install them. As with all extractors, a canopy hood is designed to keep the air fresh and odour free in your kitchen. Inside the hood, a powerful extractor fan draws in steam, grease and odours. The air then either vents outside of your property or is recirculated using filters. Ducting outside of your property is always a great idea if you are able to do it, however recirculating is a good alternative if you cannot vent outside.
Why Choose a Canopy Hood?
Design
Canopy hoods are popular due to their sleek and discrete design. You can eliminate odours and moisture in the kitchen without needing a bulky or unsightly appliance on display. Choosing a canopy hood allows your kitchen to look sleek and modern.
Space Saving
A canopy hood is a great solution in kitchens that are lacking in space. You can install a canopy hood into an existing cabinet as these do not take up too much space. If your kitchen is compact, keeping the appliances hidden will help to make the room feel bigger.
Price
There are canopy hoods to suit all budgets, including plenty of affordable options. Because there are less components in a canopy hood compared to other hood types, this can keep the costs lower. How much it costs to install a canopy hood depends on whether you are ducting outside or opting to recirculate the air using filters.
Choice
As canopy hoods are so popular, there are plenty of options to choose from. You can narrow down your search to suit your needs including; colour, brand and energy rating. Extractors can be notoriously noisy, so take a look at our range of Quiet Mark certified canopy hoods. These models are independently rated as the quietest on the market!
Conclusion
Now that you know more about canopy hoods, from how they work to which type of kitchen they suit, you should be ready to make an informed decision. You can browse our selection of canopy hoods and find the right model to suit your kitchen. We have an extensive collection of cooker hoods if a canopy hood isn’t the right option for you. Alternatively you can speak to our friendly and knowledgeable sales team Monday – Saturday on 0115 965 1937 for further advice.
