Why good ventilation is important in the kitchen

The kitchen has become the heart of the home – it’s where we cook, gather, and enjoy time together. But did you know it’s also one of the areas where indoor air quality can be at its worst? That’s why good ventilation is especially important in the kitchen.

Here’s why – and what you can do to ensure long-lasting, effective solutions.

Eliminate cooking odors and smells

When you fry, boil, or bake, cooking fumes and odors are produced and easily spread throughout the home. Without good ventilation, these smells can stick to textiles and furniture – becoming unpleasant and hard to remove. A good kitchen hood and the right ventilation system efficiently remove cooking fumes and keep the air fresh.
The recommended setup is exhaust ventilation that leads directly outdoors. If that’s not an option, RørosHetta offers hoods compatible with all ventilation solutions – including recirculating models with carbon filters or connection to shared apartment block systems.

Avoid moisture and mold

Steam from pots and pans increases humidity in the kitchen. Excess moisture can cause condensation on windows and walls – and in the worst case, lead to mold growth. Proper ventilation prevents this and helps keep your kitchen dry and healthy over time.
Our SENSE hoods and downdraft ventilators feature automatic post-ventilation at low speed for 15 minutes after cooking – ensuring that your ventilation ducts dry properly.

Better health and comfort

Poor air can make you tired, give you headaches, and irritate your eyes and airways. In a kitchen without adequate ventilation, airborne particles and chemicals often accumulate – worsening asthma and allergies. Clean, fresh air is essential for your health and wellbeing.
With RørosHetta SENSE, the hood automatically adjusts fan speed quietly and seamlessly to ensure optimal ventilation. You can monitor air quality in the RørosHetta app and override automatic settings for extra customization.

It’s required by building regulations

Norwegian building codes require proper ventilation to ensure a healthy indoor climate. A kitchen with poor air quality may violate these regulations – which can affect resale or maintenance of your property.