Need help with my kitchen design

7 years ago

I'm just designing my new kitchen and hoping to put in an island (still trying to sort out if enough room). I have 2 questions:

1. Do you think it's okay to have an induction hob on the island

2. Do you think I can get away without using an extraction fan? Its a big open kitchen and we hardly use a fan anyway. Ceiling height is 2.6m and the island will be close to some french doors.

Thanks

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OnePlan

7 years ago

Kiki is quite correct - if you are having building work done then you should put on an extractor that is as good as ( if previously vented ) or better than the previous one . If you get into the habit of starting the extractor when you start the hob - then it works more efficiently too !

If you are designing this yourself - Please get your design safety checked by a credible professional before you order anything - just to make sure it's safe !

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Quirke McNamara Consultancy
7 years ago
yes we put induction hobs on island all the time. They are safe to use and create an attractive feature. I would still have an extraction fan but it can be very minimal and sleek and not intrude on the space. They are very useful and in winter you wont want to be opening the doors all the time

best wishes

Susan
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Contemporary Home Design Ltd
7 years ago

Induction hob is ok for any kitchen layout or style, infact they are the new 'way of cooking' in kitchens. We have sold a lot of induction hobs with our kitchens and we've had good feedback from all our customers. I think an extractor fan is a must, it removes moisture and smell from the air, there are some great downdraft extractor fans, if you're looking to have your hob on the island a downdraft is a great choice, they are quiet and easy to use, and most likely once you have it installed you will use it. Have a look at the images attached.
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Daisy England
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I have an induction hob in my island. Offers lots of space around it. I don't have a fan either. Like you I never used it so when the new kitchen went in the fan wasn't important. We barely ever steam up and if we do I open a window slightly.

Do remember when choosing your worktop to allow for the depth of the induction hob. This will be OK if you have drawers under it but not an oven if you opt for a thinner worktop.
kikiamack
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I think you need to check current building regulations to see if you must have some sort of fanned ventilation. My recollection from 2015 when we replaced our kitchen is that even if the property is older and didn't have ventilation before, you have to bring it up to current building regs. It may not necessarily have to be over the cooker though, it could be like a bathroom fan that vents through the wall.
kikiamack
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I've just had a look at my notes. If it is an existing building that is having "building work" done on it under the building regs you have to retain or add appropriate ventilation. We knocked 2 rooms into 1 which is obviously building work. I'm not sure what your situation is, but obviously it's worth being aware of this and taking advice if necessary.
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