How High Should You Mount a Range Hood?

The kitchen is the heart of many homes, so mounting a range hood at the correct height will help to reduce strong cooking smells. Mounting a range hood requires some experience and should ideally be completed by a professional.

Position

If a range hood is mounted too high, it will have to work a lot harder to reduce kitchen pollutants. The power of the hood is measured in CFM (cubic feet per minute), and maintaining its performance depends on the location of the hood. The position of the range hood will depend on the height of the cooktop and the height of the people using it. Although measuring from the floor to the top of the cooktop is not necessary, it will help to identify if people are likely to injure themselves on the corners of the hood.

Measurements

The ideal location for the hood is 26 to 31 inches above the cooktop. Measure the height of the range hood, then measure 26 to 31inches above the cooktop and make a mark with a pencil. This will highlight where the bottom of the hood will be. Make another pencil mark on the wall to show where the top of the range hood will be.