If you like to do a good amount of cooking outside, an outdoor vent hood can offer many benefits. When you cook, your grill sends smoke, heat, grease, and odors into the air. Just like the range-hood above your indoor stove, this device will draw in these byproducts and move them away from your cooking area.
Why You Should Own a Vent Hood
If you spend a lot of time cooking in your backyard, you probably wish there was a way to cut down on the grill smoke you produce. This product prevents billowing smoke from surrounding your guests’ and children's faces.
When you cook in your outdoor kitchen, you are also subjecting your walls to excessive smoke. This can lead to discoloration and even peeling paint. In some municipalities, an outdoor vent hood may even be a requirement, especially if cooking under a flammable structure. This makes a great addition to your kitchen island.
Staff Picks
Our staff recommends the Blaze 42-Inch Stainless Steel Outdoor Vent Hood - 2000 CFM - BLZ-WVH-42. The Blaze outdoor vent hood uses a powerful twin motor system. It efficiently cleans the area around the grilling area.
As a bonus, it comes equipped with 4 adjustable halogen lights. These lights add extra visibility to your kitchen island and are useful for evening cookouts. Built-in grills may come already equipped with lights. However, the lights on the Blaze are likely to hit your cooking surface from a different angle than the ones on your grill.
We also recommend the Fire Magic 36-Inch Stainless Steel Outdoor Vent Hood - 1200 CFM. This appliance comes with a thermal safety sensory. It automatically turns on the fan when it senses temperatures reaching 140 degrees. It's aluminum filters are easily removable and dishwasher safe.
