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An under-cabinet range hood is installed underneath existing cabinets. If ducted, the ductwork is typically placed in adjoining walls. Due to smaller size, under-cabinet range hoods are convenient for many kitchens—especially those with limited space or lots of cabinet storage. Like other types of range hoods, under-cabinet range hoods serve to filter air-borne pollutants like grease or smoke produced while cooking, thereby ventilating your kitchen. The editorial team analyzed each range hood’s fan speeds. The better and more hearty a fan speed, the more points a range hood got. Touch Screen Control Panel (10%) Adjustable depth allows the unit to fit APC NetShelter enclosures or other 19" EIA-310-D enclosures. Because under-cabinet range hoods are installed under, well, cabinets—which typically do not extend to cover the entirety of your cooking surface—you should focus on finding a range hood to match the width, not depth, of your stove. Under-cabinet range hoods are designed to take this smaller size into account and can still provide adequate ventilation so long as width requirements are met. Size of Cabinets So if you’re ready to upgrade this important appliance, here are the best under-cabinet range hoods to make your kitchen renovation complete. How We Selected the Best Under Cabinet Range Hoods

No matter what recipe you’re making, an efficient and functional range hood is key to keeping your remodeled kitchen clean, ventilated and a pleasant place to cook. The best range hood for you will also blend in seamlessly with your kitchen’s style and design, without being too loud or obtrusive. If your under-cabinet range hood comes equipped with this feature, it simply means the fan will turn off after a certain amount of time (typically 10 minutes). This feature is useful if you want to leave your range hood running even after you finish cooking but might not have a chance to or might not remember to turn it off. Fan Settings and Speeds To determine the best range hood ranking, the Forbes Home Improvement editorial team analyzed third-party data on nearly 30 products. Each product’s star rating is determined by evaluating a variety of metrics, including: Average Price (20%)The longer and more comprehensive a range hood’s warranty got, the more points it earned, accounting for 15% of the total ranking. Exhaust Timers (10%) The CFM (cubic feet per minute) rating on all range hood products refers to how much air the unit can process, filter and remove at once. A higher airflow will give you a speedier (but not necessarily better) ventilation than a lower airflow rating. The best CFM for you will depend on the size of your kitchen and your cooking style. For example, if your cooking produces a lot of heat, grease and smoke, it may be better for you to have a range hood with a high airflow. Exhaust Timers If you’re after something a bit special, we’ve got statement kitchen hoods that will provide a striking centrepiece for the most stylish of kitchens. The Elica Celestial Island Cooker Hood boasts elegant, sculptural contours and outstanding build quality while the stunning Siemens LF159RF50B combines exceptional extraction performance with designer looks – the perfect synthesis of form and function. Because this type of range hood is installed underneath existing cabinets, it’s imperative that you have enough cabinet space to accommodate it. In addition to the unit itself, you will want to leave a width of two to three inches on either side for ideal ventilation. You will also need enough space nearby (e.g. in the walls or ceilings) for any ductwork and vents that accompany the range hood system. Airflow (in CFM)

All range hoods should have, at the bare minimum, two fan speeds: low and high. The low setting is quiet and best used to clear the air while finishing or just after cooking. The high setting is best used while in the process of cooking, especially if you are generating a lot of smoke, steam or grease. A third speed is often included, offering a middle ground between the more extreme settings. More than this is typically not necessary for a domestic kitchen. Ducted vs. Ductless You should take several factors into account when choosing an under-cabinet range hood. Size of Cooking SurfaceWhether a range hood has an exhaust timer, and how robust that exhaust timer is, gained or lost a range hood points. Fan Speeds (10%)