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Hoods
Make a statement in the
kitchen with a stunning
and versatile Cooker Hood
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hilst extraction is obviously the key
function of any hood, technological
developments, increased control and
improved filter function are all themes that are
central to design innovation. Research and
development has already resulted in low noise
levels coupled with efficient extraction and
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cutting edge design; now the aim is to offer
In design terms, making the hood bespoke to the
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the additional features that will enhance the
rest of the kitchen setting through the use of
hood’s role within the kitchen.
decorative panels is ever more important. In
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Most obviously there is likely to be greater
addition, it is more and more likely to serve as an
integration between the hood and the hob. Timers
integrated source of ambient light within the overall
and remote controls are already part of the
design scheme. Small video screens, to display
proposition when selecting a hood and some have
recipes or monitor who is at the front door, may
the facility to operate automatically over a 24 hour
also be incorporated as the hood increasingly plays
period to maintain air circulation. What is likely is
its role centre stage in the kitchen.
that there will be greater emphasis on air
management in the wider context; potentially the
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hood could act as an air conditioning unit and
For further information,
exhibit energy-saving and green credentials by
please contact 0161 436 6280
recovering heat from the discharged air.
or visit www.franke.co.uk
Contemporary
This extractor is designed to be exceptionally quiet
without compromising on power, making it perfect
for open plan living. The quietness of the hood may
Cooker Hoods
make it easy to forget that it is running, which is why
the Kubus High Wall is equipped with an ingenious
automatic cut-off timer.
from FRANKE
Neptune Soft – Thanks to its clever Air Curtain
System®, the new Neptune Soft cooker hood from
Moonlight Island – The Moonlight Island extractor
Franke contains all odours and steam within an
from Franke with its unique, contemporary design,
invisible air curtain that keeps the rest of the room
sculpted crescent façade and ambient lighting looks
clear and reduces both noise and energy
exceptionally stylish from all viewpoints, whilst
consumption. Incorporating the high performance
concealing highly efficient extraction technology.
ENERGY motor from Franke, the new Neptune Soft
Incorporating the unbeatably quiet and highly
extractor provides quality, reliability and superb
efficient PRO-motor and a sleek, shiny stainless steel
power. This cooker hood is stylish enough to create
Moonlight Island FDMO 607 1XS
finish, the new Moonlight Island extractor is an
a strong design statement that will prove the perfect
aesthetically-pleasing addition to island and hob
focal point to any kitchen.
combination and offers superb quality and
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outstanding performance.
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Enquiry no: 401
Kubus High Wall – The new Kubus High Wall in
stainless steel is the perfect design statement for any
contemporary kitchen.
Neptune Soft FNES 907 BTH XS Kubus High Wall FKU 908-H TC XS
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