FAQ

INDOOR: Indoor Island hoods are recommended to be 1 size larger than your cooktop size (overlapping the cooktop by 3 to 6 inches on each side). For example, if your cooktop size is 30”, the ideal size would be a 36” or 42” hood.

OUTDOOR: Hoods used for grilling outdoors are recommended to be 2 sizes larger than the cooking surface (overlapping the cooktop by 6 to 12 inches on each side). For example, if your cooktop is 30”, the ideal size would be a 42” – 54” hood.

INDOOR: For indoor hoods, it depends on the height of your ceiling. Most of our unaltered hoods accommodate 8-9’ ceilings. If your ceiling is taller, an extension can be added to your hood for up to 12’. For shorter ceilings, we offer custom cuts to get the perfect fit. Check the minimum chimney height on a hood to see the lowest it can be trimmed down.

If your hood can’t be vented through the ceiling (if you live in an apartment or condo), you may want to consider a ventless or ductless hood. This type of hood filters the air with a charcoal filter and recirculates it instead of redirecting the air to the outside.

OUTDOOR: It depends on the height of your outdoor structure. Most of our unaltered hoods accommodate 8-9’ structures. If your structure is taller, an extension can be added to your hood for up to 12’. For shorter clearances, we offer custom cuts to get the perfect fit. Note: If you are using your hood outdoors, it must be sheltered in some way.

INDOOR: If cooking indoors, we recommend allowing 28-36” between the bottom of hood and your cooking surface. Less than 28” from the cooktop will be too hot, and more than 36” from the cooktop will start to decrease the efficiency of your hood. Adjust your hood anywhere within the 28-36” range to bring it to the desired eye level. The average height is 32” above the cooking surface.

OUTDOOR: We suggest you mount your outdoor hood no closer than 36” from your cooking surface. Outdoor grilling radiates intense heat, so the distance from the cooking surface should be farther than recommended for indoor cooking to prevent damage to the hood. The average outdoor mounting height is 36-40” above the cooking surface.

Ducted hoods vent outside of the home through the ceiling. Ductless hoods are not vented outside. Instead, the air from cooking is pulled into the hood, removing grease and odors through a charcoal filter. The cleaned air is then re-circulated back into the home.