[ecis2016.org] Here is your complete guide to kitchen chimneys.
Kitchen chimneys are becoming an integral part of the Indian household, because of the wide range of benefits that they offer. However, the price tag associated with kitchen chimneys sometimes deters one from making this investment. Even though it is a valid concern, the benefits of kitchen chimneys far outweigh the price burden.
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Kitchen chimneys types
Built-in kitchen chimney
Part of the kitchen woodwork, built-in chimneys are placed against the wall. These are ideal for flats and apartments that have comparatively smaller kitchens.
Wall-mounted kitchen chimney
Wall-mounted kitchen chimneys are fitted against the wall, taking up minimal space.
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Corner chimney
As the name suggests, corner chimneys are placed in the corner of the kitchen where the stove is located against the wall. These are uncommon in India.
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Island chimney
In an island kitchen chimney, the unit hangs above the stove, from the ceiling. The cooking platform is situated in the centre of the kitchen.
Kitchen chimney: Important parts
The effectiveness of your kitchen chimney depends on its suction power, filters and motor. These are the three most important factors to consider when investing in a kitchen chimney for your home.
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Kitchen chimney suction
The suction power of the kitchen chimney will determine its capacity to remove oil particles and odour. The chimney suction power is measured in cubic metres per hour (m3 per hour). While kitchen chimneys are available with varied suction capacities, ranging from 700-1,600 m3/hr, the ideal suction power of a kitchen chimney for Indian homes should be around 1,000 m3/hr.
Kitchen chimney filter
The filter has a direct bearing on the suction efficiency of your kitchen chimney.
Kitchen chimney: Sizes
Kitchen chimneys in India are available in mainly two sizes – 60 cm and 90 cm. While the 60 cm kitchen chimney is meant for homes with two-burner stoves, the 90-cm kitchen chimneys are ideal for three or four-burner stoves. Standard chimneys come in two ft and three ft height.
Kitchen chimney price in India in 2022
In India, you can get a kitchen chimney at the starting price of Rs 4,000. However, kitchen chimney prices start to reach Rs 10,000 – Rs 15,000 as you opt for superior brands with high-capacity and fine quality.
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Kitchen chimney: Maintenance
Kitchen chimney maintenance could be a tedious task. Unless your kitchen chimney is an auto-clean model, you have to clean it twice a month, at least. To be able to clean your kitchen chimney easily, it must be installed at an adequate height – the higher up it is, the more difficult it would be to reach it. With that goal, install the kitchen chimney at a height of four or five ft.
Kitchen chimney: Benefits
Better health for you and your kitchen: Cooking Indian meals involves a lot of frying, roasting, sautéing and sputter-inducing tadka. This means your kitchen will get a lot of greases and oily grime, making the entire area sticky and dirty. This is where your kitchen chimney comes into the picture. By making your kitchen free from oil, smoke and odour, the kitchen chimney has a direct impact on the health of the kitchen and the residents.
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Apt for any kitchen: You do not need a big kitchen to get a kitchen chimney installed. Kitchen chimneys are available in various types and sizes that make them easy to install in all sorts of kitchens, whether big or small.
Kitchen chimney: Disadvantages
Expensive: Kitchen chimneys do pose an additional monetary burden.
High maintenance: They require regular cleaning and maintenance.
Space consuming: Even though they can fit in most places, they are space-eaters in the case of small kitchens.
Noisy: Due to air circulation, kitchen chimneys cause noise, unless you have invested in a model that has a silent kit installed.
Best chimneys for Indian kitchen in 2022
Glen (60 cm; 1,050 m3/hr)
Auto-clean, curved glass kitchen chimney, filter-less, motion sensor, touch controls
Price: Rs 11,500
Mounting type: Wall mount
Finish type: Painted
Material: Stainless steel
Special features: Auto-clean, filter-less, touch controls
Size: 60 cm (ideal for 2-4 burner stove)
Suction capacity: 1,050 m3/hr (for kitchen size > 200 sq ft and heavy frying/grilling)
Max noise (dB): 58
Eurodomo (60 cm; 1,200 m3/hr)
Auto-clean, curved glass kitchen chimney
Price: Rs 14,750
Mounting type: Wall mount
Material: Glass
Special features: Auto-clean, touch control
Faber Mercury HC TC BK 60
Price: Rs 9,990
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Dimensions (LxBxH): 49 x 65 x 50 cm
Suction: 1,200 m3/hr
Filter: 1 pc baffle filter
Control: Touch control
Warranty: 1 year comprehensive and 5 years on motor
Surya Model Disc (60 cm) with LED
Auto-clean, filter-less kitchen chimney
Price: Rs 9,899
Item Dimensions (LxWxH): 55 x 45 x 40 cm
Control: Wave motion and touch control
Suction: 1,400 m3/hr
Motor: Pure copper heavy sealed, three-speed motor
Sensors: Wave sensor/hand sensor, gas sensors
Max noise: 56 dB
Lifetime warranty options
Hindware (60 cm; 1,200 m3/hr)
Auto-clean chimney
Price: Rs 14,590
Type: Curved glass, wall-mounted
Size: 60 cm
Suction: 1,200 m3/hr
Filter: Baffle filter that uses panels to separate grease and spice; requires half-yearly cleaning
Control: Touch control
Warranty: 1 year on product and 5 years on motor
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