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Deconstructing the Kitchen Island with Stove Setup
How to Pick a Range Hood for Your Kitchen Island
7 Recommended Hoods for a Kitchen Island with Stove
Kitchen ventilation systems are incredibly important for any kitchen. They remove smoke and other gases that spread through your home during the meal preparation process. Without clear ventilation, this smoke can make it hard for sensitive family members to breathe, especially if they have conditions like asthma or COPD.
Kitchen ventilation is especially important if you have an open floor plan with an island. There are plenty of kitchen island ideas that incorporate range hoods and other ventilation elements, and our experts put them together in this handy guide. Check them out!
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As you look at different kitchen ideas with island designs, you will see multiple ventilation systems installed above stoves. This safety feature can also be fashionable if you know what to look for. Here are a few pros and cons of installing a kitchen island with stove and range hood.
✅ Your kitchen design is more flexible. With your stove in one place, you can free up wall space for cabinetry and other appliances.
✅ You can choose a larger stove and hood. You can base your cooking choices on your personal preferences, not existing cabinet space.
✅ You can optimize your kitchen’s workflow. Some homeowners like using their sink and counter space to prepare meals and then switch to the island for the cooking. This makes preparing meals more enjoyable.
✖ Island range hoods are visually obvious. This is different from a more subtle option, like an under-cabinet range hood or under-microwave range system.
✖ The smoke is less contained. You need a powerful island range hood when installing one over a kitchen island, otherwise smoke could spread throughout your home because there aren’t walls and cabinets to guide its path.
How to Pick a Range Hood for Your Kitchen Island
If you have a kitchen island with stove, you need to carefully choose the right range hood for your living space. If your ventilation system is too large or too small, it will take up too much space or be ineffective. Here are a few things to consider as you shop for ventilation options.
- Range Hood Clearance: Range vent hood clearance indicates how high your ventilation system is above your kitchen island with stove. Your ventilation system should be at least 18 inches above your stove. A good range is clearance between 24 to 36 inches.
- Ducting: A ductless hood can be placed anywhere and filters the air. A ducted air filter connects to a series of ducts in your home and removes hot, smokey air entirely. Ductless systems are easier to install but many homeowners prefer the advanced filtration of ducted models.
- Range Hood Power: Pay careful attention to a range hood’s CFM rating (cubic feet per minute). The higher the CFM, the more powerful it is because it can filter more air over a set period. On average, range hoods have a minimum CFM of 300, but the general rule is to look for every 10,000 BTUs of heat, 100 CFMs are required (e.g., a range with 50,000 BTUs total requires a 500-CFM range hood to adequately filter the heat ouput).
- Width: A range hood should be at least as wide as a cooktop or range. However, safety experts recommend buying range hoods that are six inches wider than your stove. If you have a 30” stove, you will need a 36” range hood.
7 Recommended Hoods for a Kitchen Island with Stove
Once you have an idea of the ventilation needs for your kitchen, it’s time to choose the best island range hood for your home. Here are our favorite island range hood models on the market right now that have style and the performance to keep up with your cooking needs and taste in design.
Bosch® 800 Series 42" Stainless Steel Box Canopy Island Hood
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This 42” island range hood is wide enough to capture heat and smoke from a 36” range or cooktop. At 45 inches tall, it is an ideal range hood for tall ceiling clearances, and with 600 CFM, it is ideal for homeowners with large stoves who like to cook at powerful levels. It includes overhead lights and dishwasher-safe filters for easy maintenance, and its quiet operation is a favorite feature from buyers.
★ Featured BoschHIB82651UC Review:
“The filters are very easy to clean as well as the hood. I love the flat design of it as it is very trim and elegant looking in the kitchen. Wonderful!”
KitchenAid® 36'' Stainless Steel Island Mount Canopy Range Hood
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With six extra inches than a 30” range hood, this island range hood 36” model provides more air purification to keep up with ambitious menus. It comes with four power levels and a maximum CFM of 600, with a robust performance capable of handling gas cooking appliances with up to 65,000 BTUs of firepower. Together with halogen lighting and automatic heat sensors that switch on in when heat is detected, this handsome companion is a great addition in kitchens that get heavy use.
★ Featured KitchenAid KVIB606DSS Review:
“The hood is used daily in the kitchen. The auto fan feature quickly senses and vents heat/smoke. Manual fan settings are more useful when searing and browning…Overall, a great addition to the kitchen!”
Zephyr Verona 42" Stainless Steel with Glass Canopy Island Range Hood
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Zephyr is a top ventilation hood brand and you can immediately see why by looking at this stainless steel island range hood. The design is sleek and can elevate any kitchen. But more importantly, this range hood is also powerful with a max of 600 CFMs and five different fan speed options. This glass island range hood is also one of the more stylish options, and the use of glass is also a great way to minimize the scale of this hood, making it a great choice in kitchens where the island range hood isn’t the center of attention.
Monogram® 36" Island Ventilation
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If you are looking for a standard range hood for your home, you can’t go wrong with Monogram. This is a trusted brand that is known for producing reliable products. This model comes with a four-speed fan and a maximum power level of 350 CFM, as well as quadruple halogen lights for added convenience. We love its signature curved canopy that fits right in with contemporary kitchen designs.
★ Featured Monogram ZV850SPSS Review:
“This island hood looks fantastic and modern. I have received many compliments since it was installed.”
Whirlpool® 30" Stainless Steel Island Range Hood
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Homeowners with smaller cooking spaces could benefit from this island range hood 30” model. It is perfect if you have limited cooktop space but still want clear ventilation. There are three total speeds and a maximum operating level of 400 CFM, a decent amount of power that’s suitable for casual cooks.
GE Profile™ 36" Stainless Steel Island Chimney Hood
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For a prominent look in the kitchen, we recommend this GE Profile island range hood with a timeless stainless steel finish. Unleash up to 450 CFMs of ventilation together with task lighting while you prepare meals and noise settings as low as 1.5 sones.
★ Featured GE Profile PV977NSS Review:
“I love it! It's much quieter than my old one. It is lower than I would like but it's as high as it would go with our ceilings.”
Bertazzoni Professional Series 48" Stainless Steel Island Range Hood
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If you have a large kitchen and are focused on ventilation, consider this 48” island range hood. While it won’t fit in every space, this appliance is perfect if you have a large cooktop or open floor plan. You can enjoy clean air no matter how much food you prepare. This premium kitchen ventilation system provides a maximum power level of 600 CFM and three different fan speed options, and its unique design is sure to make a statement in your kitchen.
East Coast Appliance is the best place to shop for range hoods in the Virginia area. Not only do we have multiple locations that are convenient for our customers, but we also have large showrooms featuring multiple brands. If you have a kitchen island with stove, visit your nearest East Coast location to find the right ventilation system. We are happy to go over some kitchen island ideas with stove and range hoods, so you find the perfect pairing for your home.
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