Table of Contents
- 1 Do I have to have an extractor fan over my hob?
- 2 Are kitchen extractor fans a legal requirement?
- 3 Does a cooker hood have to extract outside?
- 4 How far should hob be extractor?
- 5 Are extractor hobs any good?
- 6 Does a cooker hood have to be vented?
- 7 What type of extractor fan do I need for my Kitchen?
- 8 Do I need a new extract fan for my project?
Do I have to have an extractor fan over my hob?
An extractor hood is not a requirement, However it is a good way of eliminating smoke and steam when the hob is in use therefore reducing other problems in the future. Steam in particular obviously creates a very damp environment which over time can reduce the lifespan of kitchen units and worktops.
Are kitchen extractor fans a legal requirement?
Are Cooker Hoods a Legal Requirement? While cooker hoods are not a legal requirement, having some way of ventilating your kitchen usually is. If you’re refurbishing a kitchen that doesn’t already have a cooker hood, then you do not need to fit one.
Do you have to have an extractor fan above a hob UK?
UK Building regulations state, “If you carry out any ‘building work’, and there is an existing extract fan (or cooker hood extracting to outside in the kitchen) you should retain or replace it. However, if there is no existing ventilation system you need not provide one.”
Do you need an extractor fan above an induction hob?
Our howdens designer tells us that for a induction hob, there’s no need for an extractor over the top (versus a gas hob, where an extractor is required).
Does a cooker hood have to extract outside?
So, not all extraction fans and hoods need to exhaust or vent outside. However, the hood or fan that is right for your kitchen and your wallet may need to. If you have the budget for a good recirculating hood that matches the extraction rate for your kitchen, then, by all means, install it.
How far should hob be extractor?
750mm
Your hood should be placed at the recommended distance of between 650mm (for electric) or 750mm (for gas) above your hob.
What can I use instead of an extractor fan?
10 Things to Do If You Don’t Have a Range Hood or Vent
- Use a window fan.
- Use a portable HEPA air filter.
- Use a fan in another room, like the bathroom.
- Get a grease splatter guard.
- Wipe down your kitchen cabinets frequently.
- If you paint your kitchen, use a satin or semi-gloss finish, or choose scrubbable paint.
Do ceramic hobs need ventilation?
They are almost without exception far from cheap to replace if they fail. Induction hobs also need good ventilation, if you do not follow the installation instructions and have a good supply of air, they will fail.
Are extractor hobs any good?
So, why should you have one? They are incredibly efficient, as any odours are taken care of at source. The extraction unit is positioned in the centre of the hob, drawing the steam and cooking smells directly from your saucepan by pulling the air down .
Does a cooker hood have to be vented?
Ductless hoods can be installed almost anywhere. Since they don’t need to vent to your home’s exterior and are ductless, you are not required to install them only where there is a duct.
Does a cooker hob need an extractor fan?
Does the cooker hob need a extractor fan? had a kitchen designer in and he said we didn’t need an extractor fan is that true? An extractor hood is not a requirement, However it is a good way of eliminating smoke and steam when the hob is in use therefore reducing other problems in the future.
Do I need an extractor hood for my Electric Hob?
An extractor hood is not a requirement, However it is a good way of eliminating smoke and steam when the hob is in use therefore reducing other problems in the future.
What type of extractor fan do I need for my Kitchen?
If you need to have some form of extraction in your kitchen and you really don’t want a cooker hood, then you could have the type of extractor fan more commonly associated with bathrooms. You know the one, they’re typical square or round, approximately 25cm diameter white plastic fan.
Do I need a new extract fan for my project?
This will depend on your project circumstances. UK Building regulations state, “If you carry out any ‘building work’, and there is an existing extract fan (or cooker hood extracting to outside in the kitchen) you should retain or replace it. However, if there is no existing ventilation system you need not provide one.”
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