What is the difference between them?
When choosing a kitchen hood, it is important to consider your cabinet style:
Inset style
(wide cabinet frame)
In this case, the doors are recessed and the cabinet frame is visible. The hood trim overlaps the frame, creating a clean and seamless look.
Full overlay style
In this design, the cabinet doors completely cover the face frame, leaving it barely visible. Unlike the Inset style, where the doors are set inside the frame for a flush and built-in appearance, the Full Overlay doors rest on top of the frame, creating a seamless and more modern look.
In this case, the hood trim should extend to the wall rather than align with the cabinets. However, if the side trim is installed the same way as in the Inset style (overlapping the sides of the cabinets), it will interfere with the cabinet doors and prevent them from opening properly.
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Another option is to make the hood without side trim.
Without side trim
This gives a more minimalist look and avoids the gap issue.
We will help you choose the best trim option depending on your cabinets and overall kitchen design.
Proud Flush
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Proud (Extended) Style
The upper part of the hood slightly projects forward from the cabinet fronts. This option adds depth and makes the hood a visual centerpiece in the kitchen. It’s ideal if you want the hood to stand out and create a more dimensional look.
Flush with Cabinets Style
In this version, the upper part of the hood is perfectly aligned with the cabinet fronts, creating a clean, built-in appearance. It works well for modern or minimalist designs.
Both options look elegant — the choice depends on whether you prefer the hood to be a bold accent (Proud) or seamlessly integrated with the cabinets (Flush).