Review of models and rules of operation of Faber hoods

Today there is a huge selection of kitchen hood manufacturers on the market. Faber deserves a special place among them. The brand of Italian origin with a narrow focus on the manufacture of hoods has been operating since 1955, and during this time it managed to conquer its segment of this market.

Faber hoods are manufactured in a factory in Italy. This manufacturer is engaged in the production of exclusively exhaust systems, believing that this is the only way to guarantee the high quality of the equipment. The products are regularly changed and supplemented with the latest decor. This contributed to the rapid development in the local market, and then to go beyond the territory of the country and gain a foothold at the global level. The company is now one of the top three manufacturers in the world.

A distinctive feature of Faber from other brands in this industry is the presence of its own R&D center, where highly qualified specialists develop innovative technology that purifies the air. The company has received numerous awards for innovation and excellence in the industry. The center is currently investigating ways to reduce the noise level emitted from the exhaust system.

Faber hoods are robust and reliable, and wear-resistant designs blend harmoniously into the interior of any room. For the manufacture of the case, high-quality plastic and steel materials with an enamel coating are used. They are decorated with high temperature resistant glass and wood, which is treated with a special protective agent. All products are ISO certified and have a two-year quality guarantee, and hood repair is very easy.

There are three main product lines that are produced at the enterprise:

• Standart - the products of this segment are intended for a mass consumer with an average income and are sold through retail stores;
• Kitchen - a line for buyers with higher requirements for the appearance and functionality of the device;
• Premium - a series of designer hoods.

When choosing an exhaust system for the kitchen, it is worth immediately highlighting certain criteria that are decisive in this matter.

Modern apartments have kitchens with a large area (especially for studio apartments), and it is important that the capacity of the hood is designed for these dimensions. As a rule, Faber hoods are quite powerful, but it is still worth calculating the capacity before making a purchase. There is a simple formula for this - the total area of ​​the room and the height of the ceiling are multiplied by the air renewal factor, which is 12. This factor corresponds to sanitary standards, in which the air in the kitchen is completely renewed approximately every 5 minutes.

All Faber products are electronically controlled, therefore, it is worth considering its pros and cons.

Pros:

• the ability to choose a push-button or touch control unit;
• remote control (not available on all models);
• additional modes and options (intensive mode, off timer).

Minuses:

• there are software glitches;
• spontaneous inclusion / shutdown;
• high sensitivity to voltage drops.

All modern models are equipped with halogen or LED lighting, which is the most economical and durable. The light is the most natural, therefore, the natural color rendition of the dishes that are being prepared is preserved.

This criterion is very important, although many do not pay the necessary attention to it. The optimal level of a working device should be in the range of 35-45 dB, but to keep within these indicators, you have to sacrifice the performance of the equipment. Therefore, most powerful hoods exceed the optimum noise level. You should choose equipment with a performance margin, this will help minimize the negative impact of noise. It is also important to keep the filters clean.

There are two types of filters - grease and charcoal. The first type is intended for coarse air purification from grease and other large particles. These are what Faber hoods are equipped with. Most often they are reusable and can be perfectly washed with soapy water, less often you can find disposable paper filters.

To the main technical characteristics of the hoods the following parameters should be attributed:

• type (fireplace, built-in, inclined, hanging, tabletop);
• mode (recirculation, outlet);
• power consumption;
• maximum productivity;
• number of speeds;
• lighting;
• control board (touch, push-button);
• noise level.

The design of Faber hoods is their distinctive feature, a kind of the company's business card. For any, even the most unusual kitchen, you can choose your own unique specimen, besides, such a technique has high efficiency and functionality.

If you want to maximize the efficiency of your appliances, there are a few tips to follow:

• in order to increase productivity and reduce the noise level, it is worth choosing plastic pipes instead of corrugated ones, they create less resistance to the air flow that is removed to the outside;
• remember that bends and sharp turns also interfere with the free movement of air;
• to avoid the back draft effect, the air outlet should be set directly to the outside and not through the ventilation of the building.

Let's consider several popular models of the manufacturer.

This white hood is made in an inclined format. This color is considered classic, so it will suit almost any kitchen interior. It has a capacity of up to 530 m³ of air per hour. The basic package includes a carbon filter. There is a filter clogging indicator that will tell you when to use consumable parts. You can adjust the fan speed and timer settings.

Advantages: great design, high performance, timer.

Disadvantages: a high level of noise at maximum speed, a soiled surface that will have to be wiped frequently.

The inclined type wall-mounted hood is made in white. Quite a large throughput - up to 660 m³ / h. Supplied with a charcoal filter.

Advantages: modern design, relatively low cost, good performance.

There are no particular shortcomings and shortcomings.

The model is made of stainless steel and painted black. High throughput - up to 750 m³ / h. The noise range is 43 to 62 dB, depending on the load. There is a remote control.

Advantages: good design, high performance, timer and filter clogging indicator.

Disadvantages: high price.

Island hoods Faber deserve special attention. Unusual design solutions are combined with advanced air purification technologies. There are original hoods, chandeliers, fantastic art objects, simple geometric shapes - cubes and cylinders, made of a variety of materials and colors. The island hood can take a central place in the interior of the room, becoming a whole art object or take a neutral position.

Such models are specially designed for modern interiors. They perfectly soften and add the necessary accents thanks to optical and light effects.

There are the following lines:

• Arkea;
• Luxia;
• Kaleidos;
• Pareo;
• SkyLift.

Square shapes are perfect for interiors of different styles, from classic to high-tech. They are characterized by a hidden control panel and perimeter ventilation.

You can find the following varieties of this model:

• Lybra;
• Cubia Isola.

The cooker hood has a cylindrical shape and fits perfectly into ultra-modern kitchen interiors. If skillfully played, they will organically look both in the classic kitchen design and in the minimalist style.

Are presented in the following lines:

• Cylindra Isola Gloss;
• Drop;
• Cassiopea Isola.

Users leave a lot of reviews about the models of the hoods of this company. Basically, the responses are positive - customers note good performance, quick air purification, easy operation of the devices.

On the downside, there is a lot of noise at high speeds and the need to clean the filters frequently.

It doesn't matter which model you decide to purchase, each of them will require proper care.

• Turn on the hood even before cooking, and turn it off only after the air in the room is fresh.
• Do not cook food over an open fire - this could cause a fire.
• Try to keep the windows open when cooking for a long time.
• Clean the filters promptly. A clean filter will allow air to pass through well, refreshing it faster, but oil may drip from a dirty one.
• Wipe the device regularly with a damp cloth before disconnecting it from the power supply. Reusable filters can be cleaned in warm water with a degreasing agent.

For an overview of the various Faber range hoods, see the following video.