Range hoods can be fairly big and homeowners become more concerned about their functionality. The benefits of having a rangehood is they take venting grease, cooking smells, vapoursand fumes up and away from your kitchen. They also help to control the moisture and humidity of your kitchen as well as maintain a healthy indoor air quality. Kitchen rangehoods come in many different forms and designs and this is how you can choose one that will complement your kitchen.

1. Choose the right power output

When it comes to hood ‘must haves’ adequate power is top of that list. The hood you choose must be able to adequately meet your kitchen’s ventilation needs but you also do not want to spend a lot on unneeded power. At Work, Leisure, Play we have a wide range of kitchen rangehoods with different power outputs. You will surely get one that fits your home requirements when you shop with us.

2. Choose the right size

Kitchen hood ranges come in a broad range of sizes. There are minimalist ones that work with smaller kitchens and grand ones for those that want their hood range to be a statement piece in their kitchen. Aesthetics are not all that you should look at when it comes to size, functionality must also factor into your decision of which one to get. If you are sound sensitive, you must also keep this in mind when choosing a range hood.

3. Choose the right type

Basically, there are two types of hoods- all in one hoods and ones that have a two piece insert and an outer shell. One-piece hoods are more affordable rather than the two-piece they are usually custom made. There are four models available for you to choose from: chimney style hoods, under cabinet hoods, ceiling mounted hoods and wall mounted hoods. Each of these works better with a certain type of kitchen, take your time choosing the right model.

4. Choose the right style

After choosing all the above you can now choose the style of hood that you feel will suit the feel of your kitchen. Contemporary kitchen designs work well with stainless steel and glass accented hoods that have clean lines. Traditionalists will be more drawn to mantle/hearth style two-piece hoods that have a cabinet matched shell or wooden, copper and other traditional trim options.

At Work, Leisure, Play we love all things that make a kitchen look good. We have a big catalogue of kitchenware that you can choose from. If you are not sure which style will look good in your home, one of our team members can help you decide. Contact us today and we can help you start the journey towards a beautiful home.