We all love the sound and smell of a crackling tadka don’t we? Unfortunately, it also splatters oil droplets and lets out a lot of fumes in the kitchen. So does most of our regular cooking.
A kitchen chimney is an appliance that removes gas, flue and smoke produced by your stove, throwing it out into the atmosphere. It is usually placed vertically above the stove, to ensure the smooth flow of gases and fumes through them, and drawing in the air into the combustion, in a ‘chimney effect’.
Read on for a quick, comprehensive guide on kitchen chimneys and what to look for when you buy one for your kitchen.
Kitchen chimneys today, are modern and stylish and add an architectural element to space. However, their real function is keeping the cooking space free of noxious fumes, grime, and oil while making the space breathable. Unlike exhaust fans, windows and doors do the same, chimneys do it much more quickly, effortlessly and smoothly.
Kitchen chimneys run on a motorized mechanism that pulls out fumes faster than regular ventilation while replacing it with cleaner air. Besides funnelling away the fumes, chimneys also keep unwanted rodents & insects out of the kitchen, by creating an environment where they can’t survive.
Chimneys are classified based on the type of filters, kind of installation and fittings used. You should pick one depending upon the shape and structure of your kitchen as well as the amount of free space above your stove.
Look for these essential features when you buy a chimney.
Kitchen chimneys generally come in two sizes, 60 cm and 90 cm. You should choose one depending on your kitchen size and type of cooktop. A 60 cm one is popular for Indian kitchens with two- or three-burner gas stoves. If you have a bigger cooktop, opt for a 90 cm wide chimney.
As you can see, kitchen chimneys come in a variety of styles. You can also match the size, design and style of overhead cabinets with the design of your chimney.
Need help with choosing the right kitchen chimney and other appliances? Talk to HomeLane’s design experts today to get all the right advice. Also, check out our modular kitchen designs that suit your need and get your kitchen designed hassle-free.
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