Kitchen Extractor Size

[RichA]

Are there any regs on kitchen extractor size? I am planning to get a 110cm range and to fit a canopy hood extractor.

Does does the extractor have to be a certain size ~ can a 60cm hood be mounted centrally? It will be hidden by the canopy?

Thanks.

 

[flameport]

does the extractor have to be a certain size

Yes, but the minimum specified is so feeble as to be effectively useless.

 

[RichA]

So is it reasonably common to have a smaller extractor? I rarely use an extractor, but once in a while I burn the bacon...

 

[EFLImpudence]

Yes, but the minimum specified is so feeble as to be effectively useless.

Really?

Would that mean fitting one is compulsory?

 

[flameport]

Would that mean fitting one is compulsory?

Kitchens need adequate ventilation. Same as bathrooms and utility rooms.
Doesn't have to be an extractor, but it often is.

As with bathrooms, 99% or more of the extractors available are far in excess of the minimum airflow requirements.