What size range hood do I need for a 48 range?
54”
For a 48” range, purchase at least a 54” range hood for indoor use and a 60” hood for outdoor use.
What is the quietest range hood?
9 Quietest Range Hoods
- 1) BROAN NuTone BCSQ130SS Under Cabinet Range Hood.
- 2) IKTCH 36″ Wall Mount Range Hood.
- 3) Cosmo 668ICS900 Island Range Hood.
- 4) IKTCH 30″ Wall Mount Range Hood.
- 5) Hauslane – Chef Series WM-538 Wall Mount Range Hood.
- 6) Empava 36″ Island Range Hood.
What is a built in ventilation hood?
A built in range hood is mounted inside existing cabinetry and above the cooktop, concealing much of the range hood’s body. This range hoods are typically ducted to the outside, providing fast and efficient ventilation.
Should my range hood be wider than my range?
Yes, when possible, a range hood should be at least six inches wider than your cooktop. The hood should extend three inches past the kitchen range on both sides. The extra coverage allows your hood to capture greasy air and smoke more efficiently.
How many CFM do I need for 48 range?
The general rule is for every 10,000 BTUs, your range hood should have 100 CFM. Or, you can also add up the BTU of all your burners, and divide by 100 to get your desired CFM. For example, if my stove top produces 50,000 BTUs, I’ll need a range hood that pulls at least 500 CFM.
How do I choose an under cabinet range hood?
Select a model at least as wide as the cooking surface underneath. (Island-mount hoods lack a wall or cabinets alongside them to help to funnel fumes, so they should be wider than the cooktop.) These are some range hood features to consider. Manufacturers tout the cubic feet per minute (CFM) of exhausted air.
What are the three types of ventilation hood?
All ventilation hoods fall into one of three main categories:
- Downdraft.
- Updraft wall mount.
- Updraft island mount.
What size range hood should I buy?
The new hood should be at least as wide as the range or cooktop and preferably 3 inches longer on each side. The most common widths are 30 and 36 inches. For optimal performance, install a hood 20 to 24 inches away from an electric cooktop and 24 to 30 inches from a gas cooktop.
How far above the range should a hood be?
In general, most installations require a distance from 20″ to 24″ between the bottom of the hood and the cooking surface. Over a gas range, this distance should be between 24″ and 30″, unless otherwise specified.