Consultation: The distance between the kitchen hood and the induction hob

When installing the induction cooker and kitchen hood, the distance between the kitchen hood and the induction cooker, gas stove, as well as the distance from the cooktop to the kitchen cabinet is important. This is a concern that any family should pay attention to. Because once these devices are permanently installed, it is very difficult to move them, or moving them will incur costs and aesthetic loss. Dismantling these expensive items is also not simple, and it can even damage the induction cooker or the kitchen hood worth tens of millions right away.

In addition, it is important that if you miscalculate the distance from the cooktop to the kitchen cabinet or the distance between the kitchen hood and the stove, it will also make cooking and activities in the kitchen ineffective. It causes obstruction, hinders, and directly affects the cooking process. Don’t let the incorrect assembly of these items make you uncomfortable while cooking. Check the appropriate distance between the kitchen hood and the stove or from the cooktop to the kitchen cabinet below.

Currently, most families equip themselves with a complete set of cookers and kitchen hoods along with a modern kitchen cabinet system. This is a perfect combination that makes the kitchen more modern and elegant. A kitchen hood is essential in a closed kitchen to eliminate odors, helping the space become fresh and clean. Especially in kitchens connected to the living room.

You might think that the installation of the kitchen hood and induction cooker depends on the height of the cook to avoid collisions while cooking. Short cooks should install it low, tall cooks should install it high. This is not entirely correct.

The distance between the kitchen hood and the induction cooker greatly affects the odor removal capability, the aesthetics of the kitchen, and the comfort of cooking.

To accurately determine the appropriate distance for installing the induction cooker and kitchen hood, first, you need to consider what type of kitchen hood you intend to install.

In addition, the distance between the kitchen hood and the induction cooker is also different from that of a gas stove.

Your kitchen hood should be placed at a distance of 650mm (for induction cookers, infrared cookers, electric cookers) or 750mm (for gas stoves) from the cooking surface. When installing, the distance between the kitchen hood and the stove should only fluctuate between 650mm and 750mm, and it is absolutely not advisable to install it at a distance less than 650mm.

What will happen if you install the kitchen hood at a distance too low compared to the cooktop?

With gas stoves, if the kitchen hood is installed too low, it may catch fire. When the kitchen hood is turned on, the fan may suck in flames and ignite, causing danger.

Similarly, if the distance between the kitchen hood and the induction cooker or gas stove is too high (over 750mm), the performance of the chimney will decrease, and it may not effectively remove odors and smoke while cooking. This is because the chimney will not be able to extract all the smoke, heat, odors, and impurities from the room. Some of these will spread in the air due to the greater distance than required. Therefore, to avoid any potential consequences and reduce the operational level of the kitchen hood, the distance we provide is the most suitable and ideal.

You also need to check the height of the kitchen ceiling. Under-cabinet kitchen hoods can be installed simply, but chimney hoods and island hoods require ideal space with the ceiling.

2 – The distance from the cooktop to the kitchen cabinet according to feng shui

Installing the kitchen countertop or kitchen cabinet high or low depends on the needs of each user. For example, installing the kitchen countertop and cabinet low for shorter individuals or high for taller users. This is something everyone basically knows.

However, what we want to mention and many users may not know when installing is the reasonable distance from the cooktop to the kitchen cabinet. In fact, many people consider this to be a very important feng shui factor.

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Just like determining the distance between the kitchen hood and the stove, the distance from the cooktop to the kitchen cabinet also needs a reasonable distance for the cooking process to be as convenient as possible. Especially when you intend to install an under-cabinet kitchen hood, you won’t need to renovate this area too much.

The cooktop is the area of the countertop, sink, and all flat surfaces around the stove serving the preparation of cooking. If the kitchen cabinet is installed asymmetrically, it can obstruct your activities, lose aesthetics, and affect feng shui (which can impact the fortune of the homeowner and family members).

According to feng shui experts, the distance from the cooktop to the kitchen cabinet depends quite a bit on the overall height of the kitchen cabinet. It is estimated using the traditional wooden measuring stick Lỗ Ban.

According to the Lỗ Ban convention, the standard height of the kitchen cabinet is measured from the floor to the top of the cabinet, with the most reasonable height being 225cm.

Also, according to feng shui practitioners, the distance from the cooktop to the kitchen cabinet should ideally be around 600mm.

3 – Experience in buying induction cookers and installing cookers, kitchen cabinets, and kitchen hoods

In addition to issues related to price, design, and brand of each type of cooker and kitchen hood. When purchasing, how to install them appropriately, aesthetically, and maximize the functionality of each product is something everyone should pay attention to. Here are a few small tips to make it easier for you to determine the distance between the kitchen hood and the stove or the distance from the cooktop to the kitchen cabinet:

• The size of your kitchen hood must always be equal to or preferably larger than your cooktop for the most effective odor removal.
• Do not install at a distance that is too high or too low. The measurements we provided above are the most suitable installation standards for the devices to operate effectively, helping you cook more conveniently, achieving maximum aesthetics. And especially adhering to feng shui principles in the kitchen.
• You should buy the induction cooker and kitchen hood from the same brand (if possible) to avoid having to choose too much regarding the size of the cooktop compared to the kitchen hood. Moreover, the brand’s experts will provide the best advice for you to choose these two products to be coordinated and visually appealing. In fact, purchasing a combo package will help you save money and enjoy promotions. Especially, the installation will be best supported so you won’t have to worry about the distance between the kitchen hood and the stove anymore.
• Install the cooker and kitchen hood in a dry place and avoid direct sunlight, as this helps prolong the lifespan of the products.
• Always place the kitchen hood at the center of the cooking area.