[M. Arachide]

We recently bought a 30" Kenmore Elite gas range for our kitchen and are now looking at range hoods. We are leaning towards the Bosch Slim Silhouette hood, http://www.boschappliances.com/art/p...DKE9465EUC.jpg. We initially thought a 30" model made the most sense, but after finding a closeout on eBay of a 36" model, I began to wonder if this would work too. My wife is worried the 36" will look too big over the 30" range, but I think it might be fine. The price difference between the closeout 36" and a new 30" is around $500, which isn't shabby.

Am I being too cheap or would the 36" be ok?

[kirsty]

I think its actually not that uncommon-- I've heard about people doing it purposely on the THS boards.They claim the couple of inchesoverhanghelp capture all smoke/food smells, which is especially nice when thekitchen is close or open to living areas.I say if you have the space, go for it.

[DesignDiva]

It's definitely doable, and some say preferable, to have a larger hood over the range. Just be aware that your wall cabinets will have to begin a couple of inches out from the base cabs they are over, so if you're one of those people for whom symmetry is important, you might have to tinker a bit with your wall cab layout.

[laurie]

I think it's quite common. If you think about it, it's only 3" larger on each side. It will definitely help with efficiency. A hood can be a focal point in the room, especially when the wall cabs. on either side are not butting up against the hood (IMO).

[jomoncon]

I am also planning to put a 36" hood over a 30" stove. I'll have cathedral ceilings & don't want smoke gathering so high up there.
Jo-Ann