All problems with air purification in the kitchen today are solved with the help of specialized household appliances - different types of hoods. They have significant differences in design and basic technical characteristics, but one of the selection criteria is a low level of sound impact. Can the device operate silently? Let's look at what quiet kitchen hoods the market offers and what their operating principle is.

Why are hoods noisy?

The structural components of the air purifying device are an electric motor and a fan. When the hood operates, noise is produced, and how noticeable its level is depends on several factors.

1. The power of the motor affects the performance of the fan and the speed of movement of air masses in the air ducts, which affects the higher noise effect. Productive hoods are suitable for spacious rooms.
2. The cross-section and length of the air ducts affects the level of noise emitted. The relationship here is the opposite: the small diameter of the channels contributes to high air speed and high noise levels.
3. Bends of air ducts and transitions from one section to another cause the formation of air turbulence, which results in noise.
4. The form factor of the air ducts affects the operation of the hood in terms of noise effect. A corrugated duct creates more noise than a plastic pipe with smooth walls.
5. The installation location of the hood also affects the noise level during its operation. To determine the distance for placing the device, you should adhere to standard calculations: the distance from the working panel of the hood to the electric one is 0.6 m, and to the gas stove – 0.75-0.8 m.
6. Poor installation results in vibrations during operation of the device.
7. Loud noises from the exhaust hood are caused by faulty operation or contamination. The exhaust system - the work surface, fan blades and air ducts - must be cleaned periodically. To prevent and diagnose malfunctioning exhaust system, it is recommended to contact a specialist.

The hood needs to be cleaned not only outside, but also inside.

Elikor Integra 60

A budget and affordable option from a Russian manufacturer. It has everything necessary for ventilation of a small kitchen, as well as air circulation (if it is not possible to connect to a ventilation cabinet).

The operation of one motor consists of two modes, this allows you to achieve a performance of 400 cubic meters. m/h. The hood is designed for small spaces, ideal for a one-room apartment with a small kitchen, and operates silently.

The control is push-button, the device has only the necessary functionality, without any additional frills.

The backlight, which consists of two halogen lamps (each with a power of 20 W), creates high-quality illumination of the working surface of the device.

The device automatically turns on when the work panel is pulled out. It also turns off automatically after returning it to its place.

The design is very stylish and has a matte surface. The body is made of metal, and the design has no unnecessary elements.

Elikor Integra 60 is very popular on the market, as it has a positive pricing policy that starts from 3,300 rubles. The noise level of the device is 55 dB, which allows you to automatically classify the hood as an almost silent model. The negative points include the power of the device, which is 200 W. For one engine with two speed modes, such power is quite energy-consuming.

Are there silent hoods?

There are no electrical appliances that make no sound at all. Manufacturers strive to produce devices with the lowest possible noise level corresponding to its power . A high-performance device will always have a higher noise level than a quiet, low-power hood.

The following models have a relatively low noise level:

• complete with one exhaust fan;
• devices with thick-walled housings;
• designs that provide high-quality connections that help reduce noise levels;
• devices equipped with acoustic traps to minimize noise effects.

Types of hoods

Siemens LI 67 SA 680 IX

A high-quality hood from the famous Siemens company is characterized by low noise production. In normal modes it does not exceed 40 dB, and in high modes it can increase to 54-66. The hood is a built-in model. Its dimensions are suitable for a wall cabinet 60 cm long. The body of the hood is made of metal. The design includes a retractable screen for convenient control. All controls here are fully touchscreen, which increases the accuracy of data entry. The brushless motor produces less noise due to its extra sound-insulating design. Two high-quality LED lamps have a power of 3 W. Their light intensity can be adjusted using a smooth switch. The device is equipped with a built-in sensor, which itself determines the level of pollution in the air and selects the optimal temperature. The maximum productivity of the model is 700 cubic meters per hour.

Pros:

1. High build quality;
2. Multifunctionality;
3. Convenient touch control;
4. Built-in pollution sensor;
5. Retractable screen;
6. Quiet operation;
7. German quality;
8. Indication of filter filling.

Minuses:

1. High price.

Performance calculation

There are several main parameters of the exhaust system.

1. Performance shows how many cubic meters of air the hood passes through the entire structure during an hour of operation.
2. The volume of the room where the kitchen is located - the larger it is, the higher the productivity should be.
3. The power of the hood depends on the size of the room.

As we see, all these parameters are related to each other, they can be calculated using a simple formula - we multiply the height and area of ​​the room by 12. This is how many times per hour, according to all Russian standards, the air must be completely renewed during cooking.

If you plan to remove polluted air from the room, then the result must be multiplied by a factor of 1.3 - it takes into account the length of the standard air duct, the depth of the shaft, and the number of floors of the building.

For example, you live in a standard five-story house: the kitchen area is only 6 square meters. m., ceiling height is 2.25 m and you choose the outlet option. Then we get 6 x 2.25 x 12 x 1.3 = 210.6 m3/h - you need a hood with a capacity of at least 250 cubic meters. m in. If you install a recirculation system, the result will be 162 m3/h.

Many users will ask - why are these calculations needed? They are made in order to select an acceptable exhaust system specifically for your kitchen. When purchasing a hood, focus on the required performance and the noise level produced.

You need to know that when choosing a new exhaust system, its performance is taken with some margin in order to ensure normal circulation.

LEX Hubble G 600 Black

The quiet hood is equipped with a powerful 100-watt motor, which is quite good for a model of this price. Two bright light bulbs of 2.5 W each are built into its body, which facilitates the operation of the model. These lamps can be used as an additional light source at night. There is a choice of body colors for sale: black, beige, silver and white. The maximum exhaust power is 650 cubic meters per hour. Only two speeds will be available from the settings: low and high. The model consumes little electricity, so it belongs to the economy class.

Pros:

1. Stylish appearance;
2. Many body colors;
3. Light weight and easy installation;
4. Low electricity consumption;
5. Bright lamps;
6. High-quality assembly;
7. Affordable price;
8. Quick air purification.

Hood noise level

When purchasing, you need to inquire not only about the power and performance of the system, but also what sound impact it has at maximum speed. This information can be found in the included operating instructions. Many manufacturers make hood bodies from sound-absorbing materials, which significantly reduces the sound impact to acceptable decibels.

The human factor also plays a huge role here: for one person, a sound of 55 dB is considered normal, while for another family member it will be comparable to a toothache.

To choose a kitchen hood that is not silent, but the quietest one, it is enough to follow very simple rules:

1. Never buy a hood with more power.
2. Try to choose a model whose maximum noise does not exceed 44 dB.
3. Take a model only with an operating mode regulator. From experience, it will work extremely rarely at maximum modes.

Permissible volume

It is easy to determine the noise level, since the information is provided by the manufacturer himself. It is present either in the technical specifications or in the equipment passport. Modern products differ not only in appearance, but also in volume, which varies from 40 to 70 dB.

To know what equipment to buy, it is important to know what kind of noise you encounter every day. This will help you find a suitable option that will not distract from cooking. After conducting scientific research, the following list was compiled:

• The background volume, which is present during the day in the room where household appliances are used, does not exceed 30 dB. This is a normal value at which a person will feel comfortable.
• For a calm and quiet conversation, the value is 35 dB, which is comparable to a loud whisper.
• If a person speaks in a low voice, the volume level varies from 40 to 45 dB.
• The standard value during a conversation, without changing intonation and loud statements, is 50 dB.
• Loud speech accompanied by emotion – 60 dB.
• When the truck engine is running, the parameter is in the range of 70-80 decibels
• Operation of a hammer drill, chainsaw, lawn mower - 110-190 dB.

Knowing the volume of speech and technology, a person will be able to choose an option in a short period of time that will not distract from cooking. Most buyers recommend purchasing a device with a noise level of up to 50 dB. At a value of 55 and above there will be no silence.

How to reduce hood noise

It is impossible to completely get rid of the sound made by a kitchen hood. With the right choice of device and proper installation, noise can be minimized. So, in the kitchen of a small apartment or a medium-sized room, a quiet recirculating hood of low power will do a good job of cleaning the air from steam and gas in the work area.

Recirculating hood built into the cabinet

During installation, you should check the tightness of the device housing in the niche and to the wall so that the fastening elements are tightly tightened and there are no backlashes. Even the slightest gap is the cause of additional rattling sounds.

Advice! To eliminate the gap at the place where the device is attached, polyurethane, foam rubber or other sealant is used. An isolon lining under the vibrating surface will help reduce vibrations.

Particular attention should be paid to the quality and form factor of the elements that remove contaminated air masses: channels and ventilation box. Plastic components are considered low noise. Corrugated metal channels are noisy, so during installation it is recommended to use additional soundproofing padding made of noise-absorbing material: rubber or polymers.

The motor and fans in the hood design are the main sources of sound produced by the device. It will not be possible to reduce the noise level from these mechanisms. In order not to suffer from a noisy device with a level of 45 dB or higher, it is necessary to clarify the characteristics specified by the manufacturer at the purchase stage in order to select the model that is optimal in terms of power and noise level.

Dependence of noise level on performance

PERFELLI TL 6102 I

A simple hood designed to circulate and ventilate air in a small room (recommended for use in an area of ​​16.5 to 20.5 m2). The simple design is suitable for kitchens with any interior.

The device is controlled using keys located on the front panel. Does not have advanced functionality.

Can operate in two modes: circulation and ventilation. Doesn't take up much space due to its built-in design.

The noise level is low, in all operating modes it is 53 dB.

2 lamps, 20 W each, create an even luminous flux that illuminates the working panel of the device.

According to user reviews, PERFELLI TL 6102 I is a device that has an ideal price-quality ratio. The pricing policy of the model starts from 4,000 rubles.

Innovative developments

Excellent design, good power and performance - this is what the quietest modern hoods can surprise any housewife. This purchase allows you to watch your favorite TV series or music programs while cooking, or talk to a friend on the phone. When there are small children in the house, you can cook while they are sleeping - fidgets will not interfere with the process, and the operation of the hood will not interfere with their light sleep. Such hoods can be installed in rooms where the kitchen and living room are combined into one.

The proprietary NRS noise reduction system from the Italian company Falmec impresses with its technology and impeccable assembly. Kitchen hoods of the new series make more than 85% less noise during operation than analogues from other manufacturers. The company's engineers did the almost impossible: they increased operating efficiency and reduced energy consumption.

Noise Reduction System (NRS)

The company constantly cooperates with laboratories that study the dynamics of air flow. The entire extraction process and the movement of air flow inside the structure were simulated using innovative computer software. Various resistances in the path of movement, which create extraneous noise when the hood is operating, were eliminated through modifications.

Sound-absorbing materials were used in the production of the body and main parts, so today users who have installed such exhaust systems in the kitchen enjoy absolute comfort.

The designers applied several new, very interesting and non-standard solutions:

• the exhaust fan is located at the maximum distance from the air intake housing;
• rather thick walls of the case made of special material do not resonate with sound, but dampen its vibrations;
• Several V-shaped traps, modeled from anti-acoustic material, literally absorb all sounds from the passage of the air flow.

Hoods made using the technology of Italian specialists at minimum speed create a noise impact of no more than 30 dB . Such sounds do not stand out against the background of general apartment noise; it can only be distinguished at the maximum fourth speed of the fan.

The productivity of the Falmec hood reaches 800 m3/h, while other manufacturers with much greater noise emissions only range from 400 to 600 cubic meters/hour.

To understand how these unique hoods work, watch this video:

Peculiarities

The silent hood fan has the following features, thanks to which it operates as quietly as possible:

• rigid engine mount;
• special design of bushings;
• equipped with high-precision bearings;
• monolithic body made of the highest quality plastic.

Another point is the jeweler precision of connecting all the details of the structure. The combination of these factors ensures maximum noise reduction during operation of the device.

Review of the quietest hoods

Today, every buyer strives to purchase an exhaust system with low noise emissions, good power and a low price. For comparison, we present several options for exhaust systems from different manufacturers.

Cata TF 2003 Duralum

The hood from China has two speed modes, switchable with buttons, the backlight is two incandescent lamps of 40 V each, there are no circulation or filtration modes. Dimensions: 600x473x140 mm, fitting diameter 120 mm. Maximum productivity - 600 m3/h, noise pressure - 44 dB, cost - 7200 rubles.

Hood Cata TF 2003 Duralum

Krona steel Bella 600

The hood is made in Germany, the color is different, the version shown in the photo is called Black. Elegant design, excellent quality. There is a grease filter and a separate place for carbon, but such a filter must be purchased separately. Mechanical control - three speeds, productivity 390 m3/h, power consumption - 110 W, noise level 39-46 dB (speed 3). It removes all odors perfectly, there is a backlight, but when turned on for a long time, the case gets very hot.

The retail price of such a hood is 8090 rubles, a recirculation mode is possible, you just need to install a carbon filter so that the air is purified much better.

Acceptable noise levels are achieved at the cost of performance losses.

Hood Krona steel Bella 600

Elica Oretta Wh/A/60

The undisputed leader from Italian manufacturers, judge for yourself: the performance in the mode of removing contaminated air outside the room is 900 m3/h, during circulation up to 650 m3/h, the maximum noise level is no more than 32 dB. Very elegant appearance, lighting - two halogen lamps of 28 W each, control of speed modes is standard, mechanical.

There is a circulation mode, while the air is purified from impurities using a high-quality carbon filter. The price range is from 22.99 to 35 thousand rubles - you have to pay for excellent quality.

So far, absolutely silent similar household units have not been invented, but the consumer can choose an acceptable option for himself, based on the cubic capacity of the room and its interior. Some will be happy with an inexpensive but good quality range hood, others are looking for an exclusive option for a combined kitchen and living room in a country cottage for any money.

Rating of quiet models

Hansa OSC 611 WH is compact, with a maximum noise level of 52 dB.

Made in a laconic white design, the body material is metal. Small-sized - 13x60x50cm. Installation width 60 cm.

Capacity 335 cubic m/h. Electronic control. Can operate in air exhaust mode and recirculation mode.

Advantages:

• Bright backlight;
• Easy to install
• Removable filters
• Built-in
• Value for money

Flaws:

• Noise level at last speed causes discomfort
• Suitable for small kitchens

It will be harmonious in a kitchen set of any color. Easy to use. Suitable for small kitchens that do not require high power operation.

The cost of this device starts from 2,200 to 3,490 rubles, which is a rather attractive price offer.

CATA LF-2060 - with a maximum noise level of 51 dB.

The case is made of black metal, small in size 8.5x60x45cm. The glass panel looks good in the kitchen and, when lifted, prevents the spread of grease particles inside the room.

The productivity is 320 m³/h in free air outlet mode. The maximum sound impact level in first speed mode is no more than 35 dB.

Advantages:

• German build quality
• Stylish, ergonomic design
• Bright backlight
• Convenient control
• Energy Saving
• The quietest kitchen hood

Flaws:

• Low-power for large kitchens, as the design includes 1 motor

The front glass panel leaves no marks and is fairly easy to clean.

High-quality German assembly guarantees uninterrupted operation of this device for 5 years from the date of purchase.

On average, the proposed model will cost the buyer from 3,990 to 4,271 rubles. Excellent value for money and quality.

Krona Kamilla power 600 inox

This dual-motor model is capable of effectively removing unpleasant odors and also features a sliding design. Due to the retractable design, its considerable dimensions (60x60x31cm) are hidden.

In one hour of operation at a power of 210 W, it is capable of cleaning and processing about 800 cubic meters. m/h.

Advantages:

• Low noise at speeds 1 and 2
• Pull-out section
• Sleep timer - 15 minutes
• Powerful
• With two motors

Flaws:

• Inconvenient control buttons
• Stainless front panel

The silver decor on the pull-out carriage matches the rest of the kitchen appliances harmoniously.

The main thing is the low noise level, which allows you to feel comfortable when working in the kitchen. The manufacturer guarantees high-quality, long-term service for 7 years.

The price tag starts from 5,300 to 8,199 rubles. This relatively high price is due to the quality of the German assembly.

Shindo Remy sensor 60 B/BG

The device, model Shindo Remy Sensor 60 B/BG 3ET, is a model equipped with a touch panel and a smart control system. There is an automatic shutdown that reacts by stopping operation when humidity and air temperature normalize.

Kitchen hood with a sophisticated design, durable metal base and glass surface.

The dimensions of the device are 78.5x60x32.5cm. The inclined position of the air intake ensures efficient operation.

Advantages:

• Auto shutdown
• Removable filter that can be easily washed and not replaced
• Low noise level in all operating modes
• Stylish design
• Responsive sensor

Flaws:

• Insufficient lighting
• Heavy

Ergonomic, stylish design and control system make the device indispensable. The manufacturer provides a full performance guarantee for 7 years. The cost of the device is overpriced among its competitors, from 9,500 to 18,000 rubles.

Hotpoint-Ariston HHBS 9.7F LLI X - compact and practical model with a maximum noise level of 65 dB

The case is made of stainless steel, thereby characterized by reliability and durability. Metal filters protect internal parts and the exhaust pipe from the adhesion of fatty particles, which increases the service life of the device. The dimensions of the device are 115.2x90x45cm.

The device is capable of producing 735 cubic meters per hour. m/h of air, converting it by recirculation or venting it into the environment.

Noisy at high operating speeds, there is a “quiet hood” function.

Advantages:

• Filter cleaning reminder system;
• High-quality Polish assembly;
• Stylish design;
• Button management.

Flaws:

• It is easy to scratch the outer surface;
• Overcharge.

The unit is easy to operate. Therefore, the price of the device starts from 17,990 to 20,990 rubles. The price is steep, but this investment will pay off over its service life.

Hanging

DARINA FLAP 501 W

pros

• Inexpensive
• Silent motor
• There is a carbon filter

Minuses

• Low performance

From 2290 ₽

The DARINA FLAP 501 W model rightfully opens the rating of silent hanging hoods for the kitchen. This device perfectly copes with the function of smoke removal, and does not require connection to the ventilation system. Thanks to the presence of carbon filters, the air is perfectly cleaned of impurities.

Kronasteel Jessica slim >P8 600 white

pros

• Low price
• Almost silent
• Simple controls

Minuses

• Relatively high power consumption with average performance

From 2770 ₽

High-quality and inexpensive pendant hood. It does an excellent job of removing smoke in any engine speed range. The device operates in recirculation mode, so it is equipped with carbon filters. If the product is not used too intensively, filters can be replaced no more than once every 1.5 years.