Ventilation Materials

Having good ventilation products will help you handle smoke, grease and odours in the kitchen from cooking. This should be a part of every kitchen design. Not only will this help you preserve the freshness of the kitchen, but the ventilation itself will add to the aesthetics of the kitchen.

Every house needs a ventilation system that is built well and is powerful enough to keep the kitchen looking and smelling immaculate. This is especially important if you do a lot of stovetop cooking, baking, or high-heat wok cooking. There is a slew of problems that can happen if there is no ventilation or if the ventilation is not good enough. At first, all you will notice is that your kitchen will smell of smoke and oil all the time. Over time, you will see patches of oil and grease buildup on the walls, the countertop and the ceiling. Read this article to know more about ventilation products. Having a better understanding of them will help you make the right choices when you shop.

Different types of ventilation products

Not all ventilation products are the same. In fact, there are numerous models of hoods and fans to choose from. Most people consult their contractor to select the power level and design for the ventilation. However, with a bit of knowledge about how they work, you can do it all by yourself. An under-powered hood will not effectively remove smoke and smells from your kitchen. On the other hand, an over-powered hood will consume too much electricity without any use. Here is a list of four main types of ventilation that exist out there.

Natural ventilation

Conventional natural ventilation systems rely on natural forces, including wind and thermal buoyancy to enable ventilation. For natural ventilation to be effective, two variables should work together: building architecture, and environment. So, if you want to use natural ventilation, you should plan it ahead while building the house. On top of that, you need purpose-built openings like doors, windows, wind towers, and trickle ventilators. If it works effectively, a natural ventilation system results in huge energy savings. However, for a more active kitchen, this will not be sufficient.

Mechanical ventilation

Just like the name suggests, these ventilation systems use fans! They involve the installation of fans in air ducts or directly within walls and windows. These fans deliver or pull out air from a space. Depending on the atmosphere and the indoor air pollutants, the type of mechanical ventilation system you need varies. Mechanical ventilation systems are good at minimising interstitial condensation. Mechanical ventilation systems with positive pressure are suitable for humid climates. Conversely, the best choice for a building situated in an environment that has a cold climate would be a negative pressure system.

Hybrid ventilation system

A hybrid ventilation system is a combination of mechanical and natural ventilation system. It relies on natural ventilation by default to maintain the rate of airflow. On top of that, the system uses mechanical ventilation when required. When the sensor in the system detects that the airflow from natural convection is not enough, the mechanical fans kick in. Hybrid systems come in two main types. The first type makes use of wind turbines for power and does not require electricity to work. The second type makes use of electrical exhaust fans for ventilation. You can add more exhaust fans to increase the ventilation rate when natural ventilation is not sufficient.

Task ambient conditioning

Traditional ventilation systems are not efficient enough for large kitchens in restaurants or other large establishments. Task ambient conditioning ventilation is a relatively new technology that has the potential to provide more personalised and enhanced ventilation for large spaces. Unlike other systems, TAC systems can control airflow separately to individual workstation partitions, or floor. In addition, a TAC allows you to change the direction, temperature, and airflow as per your preferences. This system can accommodate the preferences of all the people in a room.