Is it better to exhaust smoke under the kitchen or over the kitchenThis is a common problem in the kitchen renovation process. When choosing the right smoke extraction method, there are many factors to consider, including kitchen structure, cooking Xi and safety requirements. This article will discuss this topic, analyze the advantages and disadvantages of lower and upper smoke exhaust, and provide reference suggestions.
First, let's take a look at the fundamentals of lower and upper exhaust. The lower exhaust smoke is to exhaust pollutants such as oil smoke and smoke from cooking through the range hood, while the upper exhaust smoke is to exhaust the smoke out of the roof through the exhaust pipe. The lower exhaust smoke is suitable for low-rise buildings and bungalows, while the upper exhaust is suitable for high-rise buildings and apartments. Next, we will elaborate on the respective advantages and disadvantages of the lower and upper exhaust smoke**.
The advantage of the lower exhaust smoke is that it can directly discharge the fumes and fumes outside, effectively reducing indoor air pollution and keeping the kitchen air fresh. In addition, the lower exhaust smoke can avoid exhausting the smoke to the roof of the high-rise building, reducing the pollution to the surrounding environment. In addition, there are many types of lower exhaust range hoods, and the appropriate model can be selected according to the size of the kitchen and cooking needs, which has strong applicability.
However, there are also some shortcomings in the lower exhaust smoke. First of all, the connection between the smoke exhaust pipe and the smoke exhaust machine is more complicated, and it needs to be installed accurately, if it is not installed properly, it is easy to cause air leakage and oil leakage, which affects the smoke exhaust effect. In addition, the lower exhaust hood needs to be cleaned and maintained regularly, otherwise it may reduce the smoke exhaust efficiency and even cause safety hazards.
Next, let's take a look at the advantages of upper smoke exhaust. Compared with the lower smoke exhaust, the upper smoke exhaust does not need to consider the direction and connection mode of the smoke exhaust pipe, and the construction is relatively simple and fast. In addition, the upper exhaust smoke can effectively avoid the accumulation and diffusion of oil smoke in the building, and has less impact on the surrounding environment. In addition, the upper smoke exhaust does not take up space in the kitchen, allowing for a better layout of kitchen furniture and utensils.
However, there are also some drawbacks to the upper exhaust. First of all, the upper smoke exhaust requires the renovation of the building, the installation of smoke exhaust pipes and chimneys, which increases the renovation cost and construction period. Secondly, the smoke exhaust effect of the upper exhaust is greatly affected by the surrounding environment and airflow of the building, and the smoke may be blown back into the room. In addition, the upper smoke exhaust may also have a certain impact on the appearance of the building, and it is necessary to design reasonably according to the building structure.
To sum up, whether you choose a lower or upper exhaust, you need to consider it comprehensively according to the specific building structure and kitchen conditions. If it is a low-rise building and a bungalow, it is usually more suitable to choose the lower smoke exhaust; For high-rise buildings and apartments, it is more suitable to choose upper smoke exhaust. When actually choosing, you can also consult a professional smoke extraction designer or kitchen renovation company for more professional advice and solutions. When installing and using smoke exhaust equipment, it is also necessary to strictly follow the relevant safety standards and requirements to ensure the smoke exhaust effect and safety of use.