Type of filter for my cooker hood?

[geek84]

Good Morning Folks

I have just moved into a new property and want to change the filter for my cooker hood.

I have been reading the cooker manual and it states that 3 types of filters can be used - Fleece Grease Filter, Metal Grease Filter and Active Filter.

Can someone kindly explain the difference between the 3 and the best one to install?

Thanks in advance for your responses.

[Pheo]

Active filter is charcoal for recirculating only, paper is disposable, metal ones are permanent / reusable you put in the dishwasher (in my experience)

[geek84]

Thanks Pheo - much appreciated

[Simpo Two]

If it's on an external wall it will be much better if you can vent it outside.

[normalbloke]

Simpo Two said:

If it's on an external wall it will be much better if you can vent it outside.

He’s right. We moved into a new build and the developer fitted a recirculating NEFF hood. They didn’t fit the correct filters, and were somewhat upset when we billed them the £400- for the correct filters. These get reset in the oven.

[geek84]

Hi

Thanks for your responses.

I'm not sure if it is on an external wall - how can I find out?

[Paul Drawmer]

geek84 said:

Hi

Thanks for your responses.

I'm not sure if it is on an external wall - how can I find out?

WTF???

Here's a clue - if the other side of the wall is the outside, it's an external wall.