

Two types of chimney technology is commonly used:
Chimney with aluminum cassette filter which includes multi- layered metal based filter, able to retain grease particles.
Baffle filtered chimney is the improved form of aluminum mesh filter. It is quite efficient to separate oil molecules from the emitted smoke. It is more effective than mesh filter and ideal for Indian kitchen.
The Extra Features Available In A Modular Chimney:
There are many newly Modular Kitchen Designs Hyderabad chimneys that provide multi functionality. There are chimneys that come with ionizer, pest repellent etc. They not just exhaust the dust but also throw out all the harmful particles and keep family healthy. The chimneys are now designed bigger to cover more suction space. They can save electricity bill and also lower the noise with vibration damper. It can have noise free kitchen environment with such modular kitchen chimneys.
Problems associated with chimneys:
A major carp that people have with chimneys is that they don’t suck out the smoke completely. This may be because of the chimney is not the right size for the kitchen. Chimneys which works for small kitchens may won’t work as well for larger kitchen and need to install one which is bigger in dimension and higher suction power.
Occasionally the chimney becomes faulty and does not work as well as it does initially. The reason could be gathering of particles within the walls of the chimney. A best way to work overcome this is to regularly clean the chimney or get the servicing done on regular intervals.
Types Of Filters Available In Electric Chimney-
Aluminum Cassette Filters:
The aluminum mesh filter is a multi layer metal filter, made of 3-7 layers of aluminum mesh for effective purification. It retains the grime from the fumes.Easy to clean but needs cleaning once every 15-30 days, depending on usage. Use warm soapy water for easy cleaning, a detergent will help remove stubborn grime. Needs to be replaced once in 2-3 years, with regular cleaning. Can be cleaned in dishwasher too. Interior Designers In Hyderabad say this type of filter is not good for the Indian kitchen as the masala particles with oil stick to the mesh filter and subsequently do not perform well.
Baffle Filters:
This filter is an improvement on the aluminum cassette filter. Uses the cut and chop method of separating oil from the masala fumes, leaving the filter in good usable condition. The suction power of the chimney does not get affected even if there is oil collected in the lower layer. Needs cleaning once every 5-6 months.These need to be changed every 4-5 years as well since they get rusted with use. Baffle filters are supposed to be 30 % more efficient than the aluminum mesh filter. But choose one that is easy to remove and wash yourself rather than wait for a technician to do the job. Some brands have these made of steel that are heavy and cannot be opened by a normal person. One has to depend on the trained technician to do it. Faber's chimneys are easier to open, but the steel thorns inside can be injurious while washing. Aluminum baffle filters are also available which are lighter but can be drawn back into the hood or rattle when in use.
Most consumers prefer the aluminum cassette filter type as they are easy to clean and cheaper. But the baffle filters are excellent for the Modular Kitchen Gallery since more of frying masalas and tadkas to do everyday.
Auto Clean Chimneys:
Fix it, and forget about cleaning it. These filter-less chimneys are available in the market today, with zero maintenance. Make sure that the motor is sealed so as not to allow any dust or smoke to get in. A turbine blower made of aluminum non-stick is provided to prevent oil clogging. An oil collector is provided which can be removed for easy cleaning. Altogether low or zero maintenance.
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