Ventless Hoods

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  1. Reasons to Choose Ventless Exhaust Hood Systems: for Homes and Restaurants

    Range hoods are a necessary component of commercial kitchen cooking. However, those who cook at home often favor the use of a hood. As exhaust hoods are able to cleanly and efficiently filter contaminated air and grease out of a kitchen, they are an invaluable asset to any chef.

    Though they have been a mainstay of commercial kitchens for some time, ventless hoods are now becoming more popular for home kitchens as well. Here are some steps on decision-making if you are considering buying a ventless range hood:

    -Consider your budget. The amount of functionality you get from a hood is, of course, largely a product of how much you have available to spend on it. One important way to optimize the quality of the hood you get, though, is to place a higher value on functionality than on aesthetics. Attractive-looking exhaust hoods are an asset in their right, but you might be able to save a good deal by shying away from the sleek, contemporary models!
    -Choose what filter type, charcoal or aluminum, you are looking for. These hoods use one of these filters to pass air through, and either filter type must be periodically replaced. If you cook oils at high temperatures often, then charcoal is preferable. If you use less grease, then aluminum will do the job.
    -Decide how aesthetic you want your hood to be. Ventless hoods come in many styles and shapes, and it is good to know your price range and aesthetic values in advance. If you are trying to match a hood to an existing...

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  2. What’s in a Hood: the Varieties of Commercial Kitchen Exhaust Hoods
    Perhaps the most ubiquitous of all commercial kitchen necessities, exhaust hoods can vary widely in their purpose and type. Separate types of hoods are required for different types of kitchens, depending on what foods are being prepared, the quantity...

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  3. The Wonders of Ventless Hood Systems
    One of the first things a commercial kitchen must take care of is setting up a proper exhaust hood. While all restaurant operators are well aware of what capabilities and traits a hood must have, some are unaware of how many types of hoods they can h...

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