Product Description
The hammered copper under-cabinet range hood combines a low-profile, 10-inch-high box-style shell with a flat-front 16-gauge copper fascia and two horizontal riveted zinc bands. The 20-inch-deep linear enclosure is available in widths from 28 to 78 inches. Its aged-zinc borders wrap around softly eased side returns, creating a fitted, built-in appearance beneath cabinetry. Each zinc band is formed with a bend that follows the return without creating vertical straps or separate corner trim. There is no chimney, crown molding, scrollwork, raised panel, central ornament, or embossed artwork. The insert-ready shell is fabricated around approved project dimensions and ventilation specifications. Review sizing in our under-cabinet copper range hood guide. Request a custom quote for this uncommon mixed-metal design.
Product Summary
- Type: custom under-cabinet range hood
- Profile: low rectangular box
- Mount: wall mounted below cabinetry
- Body: 16-gauge hammered copper
- Front: uninterrupted flat fascia
- Bands: two horizontal aged-zinc borders
- Size: 10 inches high and 20 inches deep
- Widths: 28 to 78 inches
- Ventilation: insert-ready custom shell
- Project review: drawings and insert specifications
- Lead time: about 6 to 8 weeks after approval
- Origin: handmade in Santa Clara del Cobre
Low-Profile Box Design
The low rectangular enclosure acts as a horizontal architectural element rather than a tall sculptural canopy. Its broad face follows cabinet rails, backsplash joints, countertops, and the cooking surface, creating a clean built-in appearance without a chimney or decorative crown.
One continuous hammered copper field spans the front without vertical divisions. Soft side returns turn toward the wall and carry both zinc bands around the ends. A recessed underside keeps the approved liner, filters, lights, and controls visually secondary to the flat-front fascia.
Hammered Copper with Riveted Zinc Bands
The defining feature of this copper range hood with riveted zinc bands is one broad hammered copper fascia framed by two continuous horizontal zinc borders with evenly spaced dome rivets. Copper supplies warmth and hand-worked texture, while naturally aged zinc creates cooler linear edges. This exact combination gives the hood a more disciplined architectural character than models built with vertical straps, center panels, crowns, or applied artwork.
Dense hammer marks soften reflections across the reddish-brown, chestnut, bronze, and umber copper surface. The zinc bands show mottled pewter, gray, charcoal, and softened silver tones. Their repeated rivets create visual rhythm without turning the narrow borders into heavy decorative strapping.
Sizing & Project Measurements
Standard widths include 28, 30, 36, 42, 48, 54, 60, 66, 72, and 78 inches. Project-specific width, height, depth, side-return radius, band width, rivet spacing, insert opening, patina, and hammering density may be reviewed before production.
Rustica House can work from dimensioned buyer drawings, designer elevations, architectural details, cabinet-shop drawings, and manufacturer insert cut sheets. Fabrication follows the final approved dimensions and equipment information supplied for the order.
| Planning Item | Information to Provide | Purpose |
| Cooktop and opening | Cooking width and cabinet clearance | Sets coverage and fit |
| Finished hood | Width, height, and depth | Controls proportions |
| Insert body | Brand, model, and dimensions | Confirms physical fit |
| Insert opening | Manufacturer cutout | Prepares the underside |
| Ductwork | Diameter and discharge direction | Coordinates venting |
| Service access | Filters, lights, and controls | Preserves maintenance |
| Utilities and support | Electrical location and blocking | Avoids field conflicts |
Insert & Ventilation Planning
This copper box under-cabinet range hood is an insert-ready decorative shell rather than a universal ventilation appliance. Rustica House can supply the optional 200 CFM insert only. Buyer-provided internal inserts up to 1,260 CFM and external blower systems up to 1,500 CFM may be accommodated when complete specifications are submitted and physical fit is approved before production. Ventilation equipment varies in capacity, controls, lighting, filter access, blower type, ducting, finish, and cost, so third-party systems provide broader project flexibility. Review the range hood insert guide.
Provide the insert brand, model, body dimensions, cutout, duct size, discharge direction, controls, lighting, filter-removal path, wiring location, and service clearances. Identify remote blowers, rear discharge, unusual transitions, or offset connections before fabrication.
Mounting and Support
The standard format is wall mounted beneath upper cabinetry. It may be installed between cabinets, below a continuous upper cabinet, or within a built-in cabinet surround when clearances and support are documented. Cabinet framing, wall blocking, and attachment points must support the shell, selected insert, liner, and duct components. Qualified trades should complete mounting, electrical work, and ventilation installation.
Professional Project Support
The made-to-order process supports homeowners, kitchen designers, architects, builders, cabinetmakers, ventilation specialists, and installers. Designers may submit elevations and finish schedules; builders and cabinet shops may provide openings and blocking details; ventilation professionals may provide insert and duct specifications. Rustica House reviews the submitted information for fabrication and physical coordination. The project team remains responsible for field measurements, structural support, code requirements, equipment performance, and final installation.
Range Hood Specifications
- Type: custom mixed-metal range hood shell
- Installation: wall mounted under cabinetry
- Profile: low-profile linear box
- Material: 16-gauge copper and natural zinc
- Front: flat hammered copper fascia
- Zinc details: two horizontal riveted bands
- Side returns: softly eased
- Widths: 28 to 78 inches
- Standard height: 10 inches
- Standard depth: 20 inches
- Ventilation: insert-ready shell
- Supplied insert: optional 200 CFM
- Buyer insert: up to 1,260 CFM after review
- External blower: up to 1,500 CFM after review
- Lead time: about 6 to 8 weeks after approval
- Delivery: free insured freight delivery included
- Production: made to order
- Origin: Santa Clara del Cobre, Mexico
- SKU: HQ71T5K96
Copper & Zinc Craftsmanship
The enclosure is produced through copper cutting, bending, fitting, joining, hand hammering, patina work, zinc forming, and individual rivet placement. The coppersmith must maintain a level flat front, parallel borders, consistent returns, and an insert opening based on the approved project information. Learn more about copper artisan Juan Carlos Hernández and the regional metalworking traditions behind this custom fabrication.
Hammer depth, copper tone, zinc mottling, rivet spacing, seams, return curves, and edge transitions may vary slightly. These characteristics record the handmade process and contribute to the value of individually produced metalwork rather than indicating manufacturing defects.
Best Kitchen Styles
In addition to the distinctive settings below, this range hood design also works well in modern, transitional, industrial, and contemporary farmhouse kitchens. See how riveted zinc bands enhance this handcrafted under-cabinet hood in our hammered copper box under-cabinet hood kitchen style guide.
Parisian Bistro
Cream cabinetry, white handmade tile, dark oak, veined marble, and restrained brass details provide a refined setting. The copper contributes inviting warmth, while the zinc gives the composition a subtle culinary and utilitarian character. Keep supporting aged-metal accents small so the hood remains the dominant feature.
Alpine Chalet
Smoked oak, rough beams, honed stone, limewashed walls, and wool-toned neutrals complement the deep copper surface. The cooler zinc borders create separation between reddish metal and substantial timber. Clean cabinetry and broad stone surfaces keep the room sophisticated rather than themed like a rustic lodge.
Art Deco Revival
The two parallel bands and repeated circular fasteners provide enough graphic order for fluted walnut, reeded glass, geometric tile, and dark green or black stone. Irregular hammering softens the precision of those materials, preventing the room from becoming too polished or dependent on reflective metallic decoration.
Wabi-Sabi Kitchen
Hand-plastered walls, honed limestone, weathered wood, handmade ceramics, and muted earth tones emphasize the authenticity of the mixed metals. Irregular impressions, darker copper recesses, zinc mottling, and subtle tonal shifts reward close viewing. Minimal cabinetry allows these natural variations to remain visually calm.
FAQ - Custom Hood Planning
A: Its defining feature is a low rectangular copper box with one broad hammered fascia and two continuous horizontal zinc bands secured by dome rivets. It has no chimney, crown, vertical straps, center panel, scrollwork, or embossed decoration.
A: Yes. Widths range from 28 to 78 inches, including common 30-, 36-, 42-, and 48-inch sizes. Project-specific width, height, depth, return radius, band proportions, and insert opening may be reviewed before production.
A: Yes. This hammered copper under cabinet range hood is an insert-ready shell. Rustica House can supply the optional 200 CFM insert only. Buyer-provided internal inserts up to 1,260 CFM and external blowers up to 1,500 CFM require complete specifications and fit approval.
A: Yes. Rustica House can review dimensioned buyer drawings, designer elevations, architectural details, cabinet-shop drawings, and insert cut sheets. Production follows the final approved dimensions and equipment information supplied for the order.
A: The standard format is wall mounted beneath upper cabinetry. It may be installed between cabinets, below a continuous upper cabinet, or within a built-in cabinet surround when clearances, blocking, attachment points, and service access are confirmed.
A: Production typically takes about 6 to 8 weeks after final dimensions, drawings, insert specifications, and design details are approved. Freight transit and delays caused by incomplete project information are separate from the fabrication period.
A: Free insured freight delivery is included. The buyer should confirm delivery access and inspect the shipment according to the current freight instructions. Review the shipping and returns page before production for current terms and inspection responsibilities.
A: Yes. Professional projects may use elevations, cabinet dimensions, blocking details, finish schedules, insert cut sheets, and duct information. The project team should coordinate field measurements, structure, code requirements, and installation with the appropriate trades.
Customize Your Hood
Plan this custom hammered copper under-cabinet range hood around the cabinet opening, cooking surface, buyer drawings, structural support, approved insert, and duct route. Confirm the copper patina, horizontal zinc bands, rivet spacing, side-return radius, and final dimensions before production. Request a custom quote from Rustica House today.
Related Resources
- box copper range hoods
- custom copper range hoods
- under-cabinet hood guide
- range hood insert guide
- copper patina options
Shipping, Returns & Warranty
Review insured freight delivery, inspection requirements, custom-order conditions, and warranty coverage before production. Visit shipping and returns and the Rustica House warranty page for current terms, exclusions, and buyer responsibilities.
Disclaimer: Handmade dimensions, hammer marks, copper tones, zinc mottling, band widths, rivet spacing, seams, side returns, and other artisan details may vary slightly. These differences are expected and are not manufacturing defects. Lifestyle images are provided for inspiration only and may show optional features. Product images may not be reproduced without written permission from Rustica House.
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