New Delhi, Aug. 10 -- A kitchen chimney can make everyday cooking more comfortable by helping remove smoke, oil vapours, odours and airborne grease. Installed above the hob, it uses suction to draw cooking fumes away and expel or filter them, helping keep kitchen surfaces cleaner. Modern chimneys also offer features such as touch controls, auto-clean functions, LED lighting and multiple suction settings.

However, a chimney also has a few disadvantages. It requires regular cleaning and maintenance, particularly when cooking frequently with oil and spices. Some models can be noisy, consume electricity and require professional installation. Ducted chimneys may also need additional space and modifications. Despite these limitations, choosing...