Ducted vs Recirculating Extraction
Understanding the difference between ducted and recirculating extraction is essential when choosing the right cooker hood or downdraft system for your kitchen.
Ducted Extraction
- Removes cooking air outside the property
- Excellent odour and steam removal
- Higher long-term efficiency
- Ideal for heavy cooking environments
- No need for charcoal filters
Best For
Homeowners seeking maximum extraction performance and permanent ventilation solutions.
Recirculating Extraction
- Filters and recycles air back into the kitchen
- No external ducting required
- Simpler installation process
- Perfect for apartments and islands
- Requires periodic charcoal filter replacement
Best For
Modern kitchens where external venting is difficult or impossible to install.