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Silent vs Traditional BBQ Rangehoods

Hear the conversation, not the extraction

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Australians live for the outdoors, and the alfresco kitchen has become the hub of modern entertaining. From lazy Sunday BBQs to late gatherings with friends, these spaces are built for year-round enjoyment. But nothing kills the atmosphere faster than smoke, odours, and noise.

Traditional BBQ rangehoods may clear some of the smoke, but they’re infamous for their jet-engine roar. Guests end up talking over the fan and music, while airborne grease and odours still settle onto walls, ceilings and furniture - leaving stains, smells and long-term damage.

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Why Traditional BBQ Rangehoods Fall Short

In conventional systems, the motor sits within the canopy of the rangehood above the grill, right above head level. As smoke and grease rise, the rangehood sucks them in and pushes the exhaust up through ducting to the outdoors. This has several drawbacks:

Noise: With the motor overhead, the roar is impossible to ignore.
Inefficiency: Forcing exhaust upward against gravity creates turbulence, resistance and progressively weaker airflow towards the vent.
Wear & Tear: Grease build up inside the ducting, attracting pests and potentially posing a fire risk.

The result? A rangehood that never quite keeps up with a busy BBQ- delivering limited extraction at the cost of peace and quiet.

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Enter the Silent Revolution

*Applecross Project by Brightwood Design, featuring the CLUM212S SIlent BBQ Rangehood*

Schweigen's Silent BBQ Alfresco Rangehoods flip the system on its head. The German-engineered Isodrive® motor is mounted outside the home on the roof or wall, relocating all fan noise outside the home, and ensuring blissfully quiet air extraction where cooking happens. This shift delivers big benefits:

Silent Operation: All you hear is conversation, music and the sizzle of the grill.
Powerful Extraction: The external motor pulls smoke and odours out in one seamless, powerful yet energy-efficient motion.
Cleaner Air & Surfaces: Smoke, grease, and odours are whisked away before they can cling, linger or cause damage to your fittings and furniture.

The result? Restaurant-quality alfresco dining with uninterrupted conversations.

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Built to Impress

*Outdoor Kitchen by Urbane Projects, featuring the CLUM212S Silent BBQ Rangehood*

Performance meets style with Schweigen’s Silent BBQ Rangehoods. With bold geometric lines across wallmount and undermount styles, availability in 120-150cm sizes finished in stainless steel and fingerprint-resistant matte black - they’re made to complement any outdoor kitchen design. Standout features include:

Silent, powerful extraction with patented Isodrive® motors – BAL-40 certified by the CSIRO for use in bushfire zones.‍
Multiple motor options and five variable speed levels to tackle anything on the grill.‍
Remote & touch operation with automatic shut-off timer for effortless cooking.‍
Free Schweigen SteelFlex™ high-performance safety ducting.
‍Peace of mind with 10-year motor warranty, 5-year canopy warranty, and lifetime warranties on dishwasher-safe baffles and energy-efficient LED globes.‍

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At a Glance

Feature	Traditional Rangehoods	Silent BBQ Rangehoods
Noise Levels	Motor sits inside the canopy, directly overhead - loud and disruptive.	Motor mounted outside the home, leaving the cooking area blissfully noise-free.
Extraction Method	Pushes it through ducting (creates turbulence and resistance).	External motor pulls smoke out in one smooth, energy-efficient motion.
Air Quality	Struggles with smoke and odours in semi-enclosed alfresco spaces.	Powerful suction banishes smoke, grease and odours quickly and effectively.
Impact on Entertaining	Guests struggle to enjoy themselves over the noise, odours and smoke.	Conversations, music and laughter are uninterrupted and smoke-free.
Cleaning & Maintenancee	Airborne grease can build up on walls, ceilings, furnishings, fitting and within ducting.	Powerful extraction prevents grease build-up. Easy cleaning with dishwasher-safe baffles.
Design & Durability	Function-first - often bulky, heavy and noisy.	Sleek, modern designs built for Australia’s outdoor living.
Energy Efficiency	Less efficient due to push extraction method.	Schweigen’s Isodrive® motor system delivers high airflow with lower energy use.

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‍The Choice is Resoundingly Clear

*Villa Mia by Averna Homes, featuring the CLUM212S Silent BBQ Rangehood*

A BBQ rangehood is more than ventilation - it’s about protecting occupant health, home and lifestyle. Schweigen’s Silent BBQ Alfresco Rangehoods deliver power and performance without the noise - so every gathering stays memorable for all the right reasons.

Help your clients discover smoke and stress-free outdoor entertaining – call 1300 881 693 to get summer-ready with Schweigen today.

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