Kitchen Hood Cleaning: A Step By Step Guide

August, 2024

A kitchen hood removes excess heat, moisture, grease, smoke, and airborne particles, ensuring a healthier cooking environment. So, keeping it clean is the key to keeping your kitchen clean and fresh. This guide provides detailed steps and tips for effectively cleaning your cooking range hood and its components.

Tools and Equipment

Before starting, get the following tools and equipment:

● Rubber cleaning gloves

● Sponge

● Cleaning product

What is the Best Way to Clean a Hood?

The process is very easy; just follow the steps below:

● Clean the interior and exterior

1. Remove Components

Detach grease traps, filters, and fans to clean each part individually.

2. Prepare Cleaning Solution

Mix warm water with a liquid degreaser in a bucket.

3. Scrub Interior

Use a non-abrasive scrub pad, soft-bristle brush, or cloth with the cleaning solution to scrub the hood's interior, removing all grease and debris.

4. Wipe Interior

After scrubbing, use a damp cloth to remove soapy residue, then dry with a separate towel.

5. Scrub Exterior

Clean the hood's exterior with the cleaning solution.

6. Wipe Exterior

Remove soap residue with a damp cloth and dry with a towel.

7. Air Dry

Allow the hood to air dry completely.

● Clean the Filters

Filters are crucial for the efficiency of your kitchen hood and should be cleaned regularly. Place them in a dishwasher or soak them in hot water with detergent, ensuring the temperature is below 60 degrees to avoid damage.

Note:

- Do not use a steam cleaner.

- Avoid Abrasive detergents; as these can harm the filters.

- Always turn off the hood before cleaning.

● Cleaning the Fans

Fans, also known as blowers, capture grease particles, smoke, and fumes. Here is how you can clean them:

1. Remove Fan

Detach the fan from the hood.

2. Remove the Fan Blade Cover

Use a drill to detach the fan blade cover.

3. Detach Fan Blades

Remove each blade, distinguishing between multiple fans if necessary.

4. Soak Blades

Submerge blades in warm, soapy water and let them soak.

5. Dry Blades

Use a microfiber cloth or allow the blades to air dry.

6. Reattach Blades

Once dry, reattach the fan blades.

7. Replace Blower

Reinstall the blower in the hood.

LG Built-in Kitchen Hoods

LG built-in kitchen hoods are crafted from durable metal, ensuring both longevity and a sleek, modern aesthetic. These hoods feature a Quintuple Layer Mesh Filter, designed to capture grease and airborne particles efficiently. The innovative filter system enhances the hood's performance and simplifies maintenance.

With its easy-to-clean design, the Quintuple Layer Mesh Filter can be quickly removed and washed, ensuring that your kitchen hood remains in optimal working condition with minimal effort. This combination of robust construction and user-friendly features makes LG built-in kitchen appliances a practical and stylish choice for any modern kitchen.

FAQ

Why is It Important to Clean the Range Hood and Vent?

Cleaning your range hood and vent removes excess heat and moisture, ensuring comfort and temperature control in your kitchen.

How often should I clean my kitchen Hood?

Regular maintenance ensures optimal performance and longevity of your cooker hood. Monthly Cleaning Clean filters and fan blades once a month if you cook regularly. Surface Cleaning Wipe down the exterior surface whenever you clean other kitchen surfaces, especially after cooking greasy meals.

How to Clean Grease Trap Screens in Range Hoods?

Remove Grease Traps Detach grease traps from the range hood. Remove Grease Place grease in a separate container and scrub remaining grease from the traps. Prepare Solution Use warm water and a liquid degreaser to create a cleaning solution. Soak Traps Soak the traps in the solution for 5-10 minutes. Dry Traps Allow traps to air dry before re-installing them.

What Are Kitchen Hood Cleaning Services?

Professional kitchen hood cleaning services provide thorough cleaning and maintenance if you prefer not to do it yourself. These services ensure your hood system is cleaned effectively.

How Often Should You Change Cooker Hood Filters?

Change filters every 3-6 months, depending on usage. Regular cleaning of grease filters prolongs the life of the carbon filter.

How to Choose the Best Kitchen Hood Cleaner?

Select a cleaner safe for use on materials such as aluminum, chrome, glass, plastic, rubber, stainless steel, granite, leather, and painted surfaces.

Why Does My Cooker Hood Smell?

Dust and grease buildup in the filters cause unpleasant odors. Regular cleaning prevents this and keeps your hood working effectively.

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