Downdraft Gas Cooktops Pull Away the Unwanted Smells From Cooking

If you live in a small apartment and are constantly irritated by the smell of frying fish, then you probably have a cooktop without a vent. Surely, not only are you irritated by the harsh odors of fish and other foods cooking, your curtains, pillow sheets, bed sheets and even your hair take on the smell. It's okay if the scent is pretty easy to get rid of, but if you have poor ventilation, it might be a problem for you. That is why there are now downdraft gas cooktops available at your disposal from various appliance manufacturers.

First of all, you might ask what downdraft gas cooktops are. That is a fairly normal question since this type of cooktop is quite new in the market and is still on the way of receiving more recognition. Although it does not have a full hood and exhaust system to effectively puff out the smoke that your cooking emits, it does have its own system that will effectively minimize, if not eliminate, the stink that sticks to your clothes whenever you are cooking something.

So, how exactly how do downdraft gas cooktops work? They work in such a way that smoke that cooking emits is sucked back down, thus the name downdraft. Once the smoke goes up, a downdraft element effectively sucks it down, pushes it to the tube included in the system, and pushes it out of your house through a vent.

Downdraft gas cooktops are perfect for smaller spaces where there is limited space for a full sized stove range and oven. Also, if you are on a budget, it will be best to get this type of cooktop since they are a lot cheaper than a full hood. Although they may not be as effective as an exhaust system, they are better than having no smoke system at all. It is also perfect for cooktops on kitchen islands, making it an effective cooking system.

The downside to getting downdraft gas cooktops, however, is the fact that it is less effective in getting rid of the smoke compared to a full range. On top of that, they are also less attractive than induction cooktops or other options.

There are good options when getting downdraft cooktops and most appliance manufacturers are producing them on a wide scale. However, they have not received that much attention because they are not that appealing to the eyes, something that homeowners nowadays are looking for.

Downdraft gas cooktops vary in price and the difference can get quite hefty. 

Some manufacturers sell these for just around $800 while some make models that reach $1600, almost the same amount as a full range hood. You also have the option of getting it in either the usual silver or a sleeker black, whatever complements your overall kitchen theme better.

Installation is pretty easy but if you are unsure, it will always be best to consult a professional so that there will be no leaks in the tube of the cooking system. If you think that downdraft gas cooktops are for you, then it is good to note that there are a wide array of options to choose from... one for any taste or budget.