An extractor hood is an installation designed to filter kitchen odors. Without regular and correct maintenance, it is very possible that the hood will give off a foul odor. To solve this domestic problem, you can resort to a still little-known natural treatment.
The smell of the extractor hood: eliminate it with the bowl technique
To solve the problem of the smell of the kitchen extractor hood, you will need a saucepan filled with water and vinegar. Then, follow these instructions:
Turn on the stove and bring the solution to a boil;
Next, let the steam spread throughout the house until it reaches the extractor hood;
This vapor will thoroughly degrease the internal and external filters.
Alternatively, you can use lemon and baking soda. To do this, dissolve 4 tablespoons of white powder in a saucepan filled with 500 ml of water. Next, add the juice of an organic lemon and proceed in the same way as in the previous case.
The proper technique for cleaning the extractor hood
If your extractor hood emits an unpleasant odor, it is a sign that you have neglected its maintenance and that the level of dirt is already worrying. To avoid this problem, it is important to clean it regularly, since it is an installation that is constantly subject to contact with grease and steam.
These are the steps to follow for a quick cleaning of the exterior:
Pour a liter of hot water and a cup of vinegar into a basin;
Dip a cloth in the water and rub over the surface of the hood;
Rinse with water and dry. To clean the interior, follow these steps
Clean the lid with the same vinegar solution;
Leave on for 30 minutes;
Degrease the interior with water, baking soda and vinegar;
Wait about 20 minutes;
Rinse and that’s it.