Extractor filter systems

Extractor hoods are an important component in the kitchen for removing cooking vapours and odours, thus creating a pleasant cooking experience. To effectively perform this task, filter systems are an essential part of extractor hoods. There are different types of filter systems, such as metal grease filters, activated carbon filters and plasma filters. Metal grease filters are the most common and consist of a metal mesh that filters grease and other particles out of the air. Activated carbon filters absorb odours and other pollutants, while plasma filters ionise and thereby remove particles from the air. Depending on your needs and preferences, you can choose from a variety of different filter systems for cooker hoods.

Grease filters

Grease filters are usually metal filters. Their job is to filter grease out of the vapour that is released during cooking. Various substances are released during the cooking process. Depending on the food being boiled or fried, significant amounts of grease and oil can rise. To prevent the grease and oil from building up in the extractor hood from doing any damage, the vapours sucked up by the hood first pass through the grease filter.

These vapours collect directly in the filter itself, which is why the grease filter becomes clogged over a longer period of use. You can significantly increase the lifespan of the grease filter by cleaning it regularly. Cleaning the filter every eight to ten weeks will help to prolong the lifespan of your filter and extractor hood. If this consumable part no longer performs as desired, it is advisable to change it promptly.

You can usually change the filter easily and without any problems without professional help. For most systems, you can replace the grease filter in just a few simple steps. First and foremost, you need a filter that matches the model of your extractor hood. Depending on the design of your extractor hood, there may also be two grease filters installed in the system. Before changing the filter and placing your order, you should find out how many spare parts you need to change your filter system. It is also important that you order the appropriate filter, otherwise the functionality of your extractor hood will be limited and the grease filter will not work as intended.