May 12, 2026  ·  Metro Cabinet Company Design Team  ·  Kitchens · Trends  ·  Kitchens · Range Hoods · Ranges

How to Pick a Range Hood for Your Kitchen Renovation

A great range hood is like getting an unexpected thank you note in the mail: You don’t notice it if it’s not there, but when it is, you remember it. Luckily, today’s range hoods are more sophisticated than ever, with a wide range of colors, styles and finishes to suit every type of interior design, from traditional to modern.

Whether you’re embarking on a kitchen renovation, moving into a new home or picking out appliances for a new build, here’s what to know about the most popular range hood styles on the market today. And if you have questions about how to integrate a range hood with your kitchen design and custom cabinetry, get in touch. Our team is always here to help you with your project!

A canopy hood in our Johnson Residence project.

Canopy Hoods

Wall-mounted canopy hoods are probably the most common type of hood; they attach to the wall above and behind your range. They typically offer excellent venting by funneling and pushing air out of the house. They’re available in a variety of finishes and colors, including metal, glass and wood, and can be easily customized to match your cabinetry.

An island canopy hood in our Essex kitchen project.

Island Canopy Hoods

Similar in appearance to standard canopy hoods, island canopy hoods hang from the ceiling over an island range and are finished on all sides, creating an interesting visual focal point from no matter where you stand in your kitchen. They usually vent via ductwork in the ceiling.

A modern matte black box hood from Dura Supreme. / Photo: Courtesy Dura Supreme

Box Hoods

Box hoods are slim, clean-lined and modern—although that doesn’t mean you have to have a modern design to install one. These types of hoods are sleek, square designs with no moldings or other design elements. Like canopy hoods, they’re available in a variety of finishes, including high-gloss acrylic, matte acrylic, laminate and more.

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