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Invest in Quieter Appliances You want your vent hood to efficiently eliminate kitchen odors in an open kitchen, and you also want it to be quiet. Some vent hoods and dishwashers are so loud when they are running, it's like you're hanging out on an aircraft carrier when you're near them. Good sound-dampened appliances are going to cost you more, but they're worth it if you are committed to an open-plan concept and don't want to hear excessive appliance noise. Tell us: Do you prefer an open or closed kitchen? What are your tricks for making it work for you? See more kitchen layout guides on Houzz
Vent the Smells If you have an open-plan kitchen and cook often, I can't emphasize enough how important it is to install a high-quality, properly powered ventilation hood that vents to the outside. A recirculating blower just won't cut it; you need to get the cooking smells up and out of your home. Here's a guide to selecting and installing the correct vent hood for your kitchen.
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