New Delhi, Nov. 17 -- Modern kitchens rely heavily on chimneys to manage smoke, grease, and lingering aromas produced during everyday cooking. They create a fresher, cleaner space by pulling out fumes and directing them away from the cooking area. While buyers usually compare suction power, size, design, and cleaning convenience, one factor that often gets overlooked is noise level. A chimney that performs well but becomes too loud can make cooking uncomfortable. Understanding what contributes to chimney noise helps you choose a quieter, more efficient model for long-term use.

A chimney's noise mainly comes from its motor and the movement of air through the filters and ducts. When the motor kicks in, it draws air at high speed to extract...