My Wolf Range Hood is Way Too Loud

[look 171]

Originally Posted by Drbraunsr

Does anyone make a Vent-a-Hood type remote roof blower -- but one the fits on a vertical exterior wall as opposed to the roof models ?
Current kitchen vent exits onto a two-story exterior wall.

Most big mfg do make them

[Zeke]

Originally Posted by look 171

Most big mfg do make them

But don't spend more for what you don't need. Some installations give you no choice.

[dad911]

Originally Posted by 911boost

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It has a remote though for some odd reason.

Some are mounted too high to reach comfortably. Like inserts in wood(combustible) hoods. I've done wall and remotes in these cases.

[look 171]

Originally Posted by Zeke

But don't spend more for what you don't need. Some installations give you no choice.

I am not a big fan of wall mounted exhaust fans. Over time they throw a layer or oil or what ever it is on the wall plus, who wants to look at that ugly thing on the wall. I always suggest roof mounted units if a remote blower is needed. Most people really don't need anything fancy like that. A regular Vent-a-hood will do. Quiet, efficient, easy to clean, and they work. No fancy badge so it doesn't match all other appliances, big deal?

[911boost]

Good point dad911, I am 6-4 so it normally isn't an issue for me....

[look 171]

Originally Posted by 911boost

Good point dad911, I am 6-4 so it normally isn't an issue for me....

There's a standard formula for the range hood to be most effective which is 30 inches above the cooking surface. any more then it starts to diminish. You big duds will bang your heads. Don't have an answer. I have installed them higher for taller folks.

[911boost]

Yep, my hood is 37 inches above the cook top, hence the large insert cfm etc. It is 30 inches above the raised eating area of the counter top (not that it matters other than it helps open up the view from the kitchen out into the living room).

[look 171]

Yep, I always suggest a wider hood instead of the same size as the cooktop

[1990C4S]

Lots of helpful stuff, thanks.

[dad911]

I see 4 options:

1) turn up the radio
2) replace hood
3) wear headphones
4) age. When you get older, it won't be as loud.

[look 171]

Originally Posted by 1990C4S

Lots of helpful stuff, thanks.

This maybe your most economical way to quiet that thing down. Maybe you only need an 8"? How many blowers or CFM is your Wolf hood?

https://shop.fantech.net/en-US/ld--10--silencer/p115546

[look 171]

Originally Posted by dad911

I see 4 options:

1) turn up the radio
2) replace hood
3) wear headphones
4) age. When you get older, it won't be as loud.

#4 had me laughing.

[1990C4S]

I need the range hood I have, we cook a LOT. Which means smoke, grease, etc, regularly.

I will look at the silencer (but I think with the install being complete that the ship has sailed), and maybe a VFD.

I am fine with a loud fan for 30 seconds when you really need it, I just want a 'low speed' that doesn't sound like a jet flying through the kitchen.