Ventilation Guide
Range Hood Ventilation Guide
Artisan Vent Hood offers three range hood ventilation options: an internal motor, a ductless conversion and a remote blower. Each system is designed for a different kitchen layout, installation requirement and noise preference.
1. Internal Motor
The motor is installed inside the range hood and exhausts cooking air outdoors through ductwork.
An internal motor, also called an internal blower, is the most common ventilation option for residential range hoods. The blower is housed inside the hood insert, where it pulls smoke, grease, heat and odors through the filters before directing the air outside.
Best for:
-Kitchens with an existing exterior duct
-New construction and kitchen remodeling projects
-Homeowners who want strong, dependable ventilation
-Projects that require a simple, integrated blower system
2. Remote Blower
The motor is installed away from the range hood, typically in the attic or another approved location along the duct route.A remote blower separates the motor from the range hood insert. Smoke, grease and cooking odors are still captured at the hood and exhausted outdoors, but the blower motor operates farther away from the cooking area. Moving the motor away from the hood can reduce the motor noise heard directly above the range. Air movement through the filters and ductwork will still be audible.
Best for:
-Luxury kitchens and open-concept floor plans
-Homeowners who want a quieter cooking area
-Kitchens with suitable attic or remote installation space
-Custom construction projects where the ventilation system can be planned in advance
3. Ductless Conversion
Filtered air is recirculated back into the kitchen without an exterior duct.
A ductless range hood, also known as a recirculating range hood, is designed for kitchens where venting through a wall or roof is not possible. Instead of exhausting air outdoors, the system pulls cooking air through grease filters and activated charcoal filters. The filtered air is then returned to the kitchen through ventilation openings in the hood.
Best for:
-Kitchens where exterior ductwork cannot be installed
-Interior kitchen walls without roof or wall access
-Renovations with structural ducting limitations
Internal Motor vs. Ductless vs. Remote Blower
| Feature | Internal Motor | Ductless Conversion | Remote Blower |
|---|---|---|---|
| Vents air outdoors | Yes | No | Yes |
| Motor location | Inside the hood | Inside the hood | Attic or approved remote location |
| Exterior duct required | Yes | No | Yes |
| Removes cooking heat and moisture | Yes | Limited | Yes |
| Reduces odors | Yes | Yes, through charcoal filters | Yes |
| Motor noise at the hood | Standard | Standard | Lower |
| Installation complexity | Standard | Lower | Higher |
| Best application | Most residential kitchens | Kitchens without duct access | Quiet, high-end kitchens |
How Much CFM Does a Range Hood Need?
Artisan Vent Hood systems are commonly paired as follows:
| Range Hood Width | Typical Blower Capacity |
|---|---|
| 30″–36″ | 610 CFM |
| 42″–48″ | 1150 CFM |
| 54″–60″ | 1260 CFM |
These are general product pairings rather than universal requirements. The final blower should be selected according to the cooking equipment, hood design, duct system and applicable local code.
Download Specifications
Click to download the specifications of different types of ventilation:
Download Internal Motor Installation Guide
Download Remote Motor Installation Guide
Download Ductless Ventilation Installation Guide
