Cooking with headroom

Cooking was never simple for a 6-foot giant – until of course Miele launched the worlds first 'headroom' hood in 2001. The inclined canopy on this model makes for greater space above the hob. Now Miele is adding fresh impetus to this category of cooker hoods with the introduction of two new models.

The DA 6096 W Black Wing and DA 6096 White Wing wall hoods are characterised by the excellent value for money they offer. The name of these models says it all: Technically speaking, the only difference between the two is the colour of the canopy. This is manufactured from single-ply safety glass in obsidian black or brilliant white respectively. Both models have a canopy width of 90 cm but get by without the need for the usual chimney section thanks to their compact fan housing unit.

Black Wing and White Wing each feature two energy-efficient and long-life LED downlights and can be operated either as vented or recirculation units. Miele also offers a chimney section which is only necessary if vent ducting has to be routed upwards towards the ceiling.

Despite is shape and compact form, there is no need to forfeit the quality features so typical of Miele: The multi-ply metal grease filters can be removed and cleaned in a dishwasher. Both visible layers are made from stainless steel which retains its pristine looks even after many years of use without showing the least signs of discolouration. The area behind the metal grease filter is lined with what Miele refers to as a CleanCover. This provides a smooth internal surface which is easy to clean and prevents exposure to electrical components and the fan.

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Company profile: Miele is the world's leading manufacturer of premium domestic appliances including cooking, baking and steam-cooking appliances, refrigeration products, coffee makers, dishwashers and laundry and floor care products. This line-up is augmented by dishwashers, washer-extractors and tumble dryers for commercial use as well as washer-disinfectors and sterilisers for use in medical and laboratory applications (Miele Professional). The Miele company, founded in 1899, has 8 production plants in Germany as well as one plant each in Austria, the Czech Republic, China and Romania. 2013/14 turnover amounted to approx. EUR 3.22 bn with sales outside Germany accounting for around 70%. Miele is represented with its own sales subsidiaries and via importers in almost 100 countries. The Miele company, now in the fourth generation of family ownership, employs a workforce of around 17,660, 10,411 thereof in Germany. The company headquarters are located in Gütersloh/Westphalia, Germany.