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stephenk21

Kitchen

12 years ago
No hood over stove leaves view unobstructed, but... any concerns about no venting?

Thanks
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Comments (5)

  • PRO
    12 years ago
    The kitchen was built by Christopher Mead Custom Woodwork in Victoria BC. He is a true artist.
  • 12 years ago
    Hi Stephenk21, there is an industrial strength vented hood that pops up in front of the stove when needed and evacuates through a duct in the floor to the exterior.
    stephenk21 thanked rogerpop4
  • 12 years ago
    Brilliant! Thanks
  • 10 years ago

    I have read that this type of venting (pop up) is not really very efficient. Is it worth the cost or can I just go without venting?

  • PRO
    10 years ago

    Some models do work better than others, but generally a downdraft will be less efficient than an overhead hood.

    One of our customers has a downdraft installed behind their range, both in Germany and here in Canada, and are very happy so far. The unit however does rise about 20" above the cooktop, which is significantly more than most.

    The website is in German, but it gives you an idea of what it looks like!

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