Rangehood Height Above Gas & Electric Cooktops

By Kevin Sorby | Kitchen Designer & Cabinetmaker

The minimum standard rangehood height above an electric cooktop is 600 mm (60 cm) and for a gas cooktop it is 650 mm (65 cm).

This distance is measured from the top-most part of the cooktop (or hob) to the underside of the rangehood.

This range allows for effective ventilation while ensuring safety and compliance with local building codes.

Example: Given that the standard benchtop height is 900 mm (90 cm), a rangehood sitting over an electric cooktop (with a nominal 6 mm height cooktop) will be approximately 606 mm above the benchtop.

It’s always a good idea to check the manufacturer’s guidelines and local regulations to ensure proper installation.

Note: The higher the rangehood is mounted above the bench, the stronger the rangehood motor needs to be to effectively draw steam from the cooking surface.

Handy Tip - For the effective removal of steam from the cooking area, always choose a wider rangehood width than your cooktop. e.g a 900 mm (90 cm) wide rangehood above a 600 mm (60 cm) cooktop.

📍 Looking for other technical kitchen information? Go back to our master checklist of standard Australian kitchen dimensions to learn more.