Selecting the perfect rangehood for your kitchen

The kitchen is the heart of the home, and ensuring it functions optimally is crucial. One often overlooked but essential kitchen appliance is the rangehood. Appliances Online, a leading Australian retailer for home appliances, shares a few pointers to help you select the perfect rangehood for your kitchen.

Rangehoods, also known as kitchen hoods, play a vital role in maintaining the cleanliness and safety of your kitchen. They extract smoke, heat, and cooking odours, ensuring a comfortable and healthy cooking environment. (and preventing smoke alarms from going off unnecessarily!)

There are several types of rangehoods available, each with its own set of advantages. These include wall-mounted rangehoods, under-cabinet rangehoods, island rangehoods, and downdraft rangehoods. Understanding your kitchen's layout, your cooking habits, and your aesthetic preferences will help you decide which type is most suitable for your needs.

Size: Your rangehood should at least match the width of your cooktop. A larger rangehood can provide better coverage and more efficient smoke extraction.
Extraction rate: The extraction rate refers to how much air the rangehood can remove in an hour. If you cook frequently or have a large kitchen, consider a rangehood with a high extraction rate.
Noise level: Rangehoods can be noisy. If the kitchen is open plan and adjoining a living room and dining area, this can be an important factor, as a noisy ragehood can drown out conversation, music and TV. Check the noise level, measured in decibels (dB), before purchasing. An operating noise level of between 40-60dB is generally considered to be quieter.
Filter type: Rangehoods come with either reusable or replaceable filters. Reusable filters can be washed and reinstalled, while replaceable filters must be replaced periodically.
Design: The design should complement your kitchen's aesthetic. Appliances Online offers a wide range of designs, from sleek stainless steel to modern glass models.
Energy efficiency: Look for energy-efficient models to save on electricity costs.
Installation: Some rangehoods require professional installation. Ensure you understand the installation requirements and costs involved. If you are replacing like for like, you may have the necessary ducting and infrastructure in place, but if renovating or building, you will likely need ventilation to be professionally installed. While many wall or under-cabinet rangehoods can be plugged into regular power sockets, some larger, island or ceiling mounted models can require hard wiring by an electrician.

Selecting the perfect rangehood for your kitchen can enhance your cooking experience and the look and feel of your kitchen. At Appliances Online, we offer a wide selection of rangehoods to suit various needs and preferences. Explore our collection today and find the perfect rangehood for your kitchen.

Appliances Online's legendary FREE delivery reaches 95% of Australia's population, and if it’s in stock you’ll usually receive your new rangehood the day after ordering (Mon-Fri). We also offer paid Same Day Delivery in metro NSW, Qld and Vic on weekday orders placed by 12pm. We’ll even take your old rangehood away to be recycled, at no charge (if it’s already disconnected). If you have any questions, call us 24/7 on 1300 000 500, or message us via the chat icon at the bottom right of your screen.