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Sep 22, 2025 - 07:52 AM
The best CFM (cubic feet per minute) for a range hood is 100 CFM per 10 inches of cooktop width. For standard 30-inch cooktops, 300 CFM is ideal; for 36-inch, 360 CFM or more. High-heat cooking or gas ranges may require 600–900 CFM to effectively remove smoke, grease, and odors.
