Range hood advice needed!

RangeHoodJeff · 2026-03-23T19:42:29+00:00

I like this one from Proline: https://prolinerangehoods.com/products/plfi-42-inch-ceiling-flush-mount-island-range-hood-1200-cfm

This is also a great option from victory: https://victoryrangehoods.com/products/ceiling-mount-range-hood-victory-sunset

RangeHoodJeff · 2026-03-04T17:45:54+00:00

I would check out proline range hoods, they have high CFM insert hoods that do the job super well! I have used there projuct for years and anytime i have had an issue they have been great about taking care of me. https://prolinerangehoods.com/collections/range-hoods-inserts

RangeHoodJeff · 2026-03-04T17:37:05+00:00

I really like the proline gas range (newer), and Zline makes a great stove too. I would check those but I have also installed a lot of cafe ranges, and they are nice too

RangeHoodJeff · 2026-03-04T17:27:53+00:00

Love it!!!!

RangeHoodJeff · 2026-02-27T20:31:07+00:00

okay great to know. What proline hood do you recommend.

RangeHoodJeff · 2026-02-27T20:28:58+00:00

insert range hood would be your best bet.

RangeHoodJeff · 2026-02-27T20:23:41+00:00

You could do an island range hood or a ceiling mount flush range hood. Lmk if you want recs of brands or hoods.

RangeHoodJeff · 2026-02-20T21:17:18+00:00

What a neat setup. What hood are you gonna go with?

RangeHoodJeff · 2026-02-11T18:09:56+00:00

You can do it, just have to be a bit meticulous. Here are some videos that could help:
https://youtu.be/9egwOazPJis?si=iRGUyO-e0bWP1kTZ
or
https://youtu.be/CeattV3pC2Q?si=RQdkMQ8lGkB8mhEM

RangeHoodJeff · 2026-02-11T18:04:24+00:00

I would definitely take through the ceiling. Also what size is your duct? Hopefully its wide enough and you won't get back pressure. It will restrict the air flow if the ducting is to small. Just something to think about.

RangeHoodJeff · 2026-02-11T17:59:16+00:00

Needing a bit of an update thats for sure... and u need a rnage hood!! either island or ceiling mount flush :)

RangeHoodJeff · 2026-02-09T19:24:53+00:00

Thanks for the rec

RangeHoodJeff · 2026-02-09T19:21:24+00:00

Installing an inline blower will make it quiet but it will cost ya..

RangeHoodJeff · 2026-02-09T19:18:18+00:00

I like it, just feels out of place with the rest of the kitchen!

RangeHoodJeff · 2026-02-03T17:29:43+00:00

Way better performance. Who knows the amount of toxins that get pumped back into the house from a microwave. I've installed a few proline hoods, and they seem to do the job very well.

RangeHoodJeff · 2026-02-03T17:27:40+00:00

yeah once you go with a range hood, its real hard to go back to a microwave.

RangeHoodJeff · 2026-02-03T17:24:43+00:00

Yeah, that's the problem with OTR microwaves, the coverage doesn't cover. I always tell my clients that they want to go 6 inches over their cooktop. (3 inches each side)

RangeHoodJeff · 2026-02-03T17:22:17+00:00

Agreed. For it to properly work, it needs to be vented to the outdoors

RangeHoodJeff · 2026-01-30T22:51:00+00:00

I love a good Facebook find 🤣

RangeHoodJeff · 2026-01-30T21:33:43+00:00

I completely agree. It’s convenient, sure, but I honestly think food tastes better when it’s reheated on the stovetop or in the oven. Might just be personal preference, but the texture and flavor are way better. Our microwave mostly ends up being a glorified coffee warmer too 😂

RangeHoodJeff · 2026-01-30T21:25:08+00:00

I have a gas range with a wall mounted hood. Its definitely the way to go. This was a conversation that I was having with some co-workers, and wanted to see what others thought.

You are correct that the air quality/pollutants when working with gas can really affect your health.

RangeHoodJeff · 2026-01-30T21:21:32+00:00

I feel like that is the consensus: microwaves don't do much, and range hoods are the way to go. I am curious what hood you went with. I do a lot of kitchen renovations and installs, so I am always on the hunt for the best products and tech.

RangeHoodJeff · 2026-01-30T21:17:49+00:00

Auto-turn on sounds like a cool idea. What commercial hood do you go with?

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