Elica HAIKU WH/A/120 PRF0146270 – Full Review of the 120 cm Wall Hood in Krion White Finish with Touch Control, Comfort Silence and SHIFT 3238 System

The Elica HAIKU WH/A/120 (code PRF0146270 — EAN 8020283045989) is a 120 cm wall-mounted hood, extraction/recycling, in Krion white finish, with Comfort Silence technology, patented SHIFT 3238 adjustable-depth system and Touch Control 3V+2I controls. The Elica Haiku Collection addresses one of the most concrete kitchen installation challenges — hood depth relative to wall units — with a patented technical solution: the SHIFT 3238 system enables millimetric adjustment of the hood body depth from 32 to 38 cm via wall brackets, allowing the hood to be positioned flush with wall units or advanced towards the hob for greater workspace. A market-first that eliminates compromises between aesthetics and functionality during installation. The Krion white (WH) finish is the most premium in the Haiku range: Krion is a patented composite material (acrylic resin + aluminium trihydrate) developed by Porcelanosa — a homogeneous, non-porous, matt solid surface with no visible joints, with the appearance of white matt stone that is not achievable with standard lacquering. Comfort Silence technology ensures high quietness at all operating speeds — critical for open-plan kitchen/living spaces. Maximum intensive airflow: 710 m³/h with maximum noise level at standard speed of 52 dB(A). Grease filters are 3D cast iron grids removable and dishwasher safe with safety locking system. Energy class A. Made in Italy, Fabriano (AN).

Key Features

• Model: HAIKU WH/A/120 – PRF0146270
• EAN: 8020283045989
• Type: Wall-mounted hood – extraction/recycling
• Width: 120 cm
• Depth: 32–38 cm (adjustable with SHIFT 3238)
• Finish: Krion white – non-porous composite solid surface, matt, white stone effect
• Energy class: A
• Controls: Touch Control 3V+2I (3 speeds + 2 intensive)
• Airflow V1: 155 m³/h – 34 dB(A)
• Airflow V2: 295 m³/h – 47 dB(A)
• Airflow V3: 375 m³/h – 51 dB(A)
• Airflow V4: 560 m³/h – 58 dB(A)
• Intensive airflow: 690–710 m³/h – 63 dB(A)
• Maximum noise level (standard speed): 52 dB(A)
• Total power consumption: 260–277 W
• Lighting: LED strip 1×7 W – 3,500 K – 281 lux
• Air outlet: Ø 150 mm
• Filters: 3D cast iron grease grids – included – removable – dishwasher safe
• Technology: Comfort Silence – high quietness at all speeds
• Installation system: SHIFT 3238 – millimetrically adjustable depth brackets 32?38 cm
• Chimneyless installation: Possible – minimum height 680 mm
• Version: Extraction (A) – also installable in recycling mode
• Made in Italy – Fabriano (AN)

Assessment

The Elica HAIKU WH/A/120 PRF0146270 is the white version of the Haiku range — the most elegant and the most demanding in terms of coordination with the kitchen. The Krion white finish is categorically different from a standard white lacquer: Krion is a solid surface composite material with a tactile and visual depth that recalls opaque mineral stone — a dense, homogeneous, pore-free surface without reflections, that ages well and cleans without leaving marks. On a 120 cm hood this surface becomes a strong-identity design element, compatible both with all-white monochromatic kitchens where the hood integrates seamlessly, and with colour kitchens where the matt white hood provides the neutral balance point. The SHIFT 3238 system is the technical feature that distinguishes Haiku from competitors in the price range: millimetric depth adjustment (32?38 cm) definitively resolves the hood-to-cabinet alignment problem — an issue that in many installations forces a choice between aesthetics and functionality. The option to install the hood without an upper chimney (minimum height 680 mm) further increases flexibility, in both extraction and recycling modes. Comfort Silence technology ensures that even at full airflow (V3 = 51 dB(A)) noise remains below the normal conversation threshold — particularly important in open-plan kitchen/living environments where the hood operates continuously within the domestic space. The 3D cast iron grids — engineered at the optimal distance from the hob to maximise fume capture — click out for dishwasher cleaning, with a safety locking system that prevents accidental detachment during use.

FAQ

What is the Krion white material of the Elica HAIKU WH/A/120 and how does it differ from standard white lacquer?

Krion on the Elica HAIKU WH/A/120 is a composite material patented by Porcelanosa, composed of acrylic resin and aluminium trihydrate (ATH) — the same material category known as solid surface, the same type used for the highest-end bathroom and kitchen countertops. It is a homogeneous surface throughout its depth: it has no coloured surface layer over a different substrate, but is Krion all the way through — meaning minor surface scratches can be sanded out without leaving marks. The difference from white lacquer is substantial: lacquer is a thin layer on metal that can chip or yellow; Krion is a solid, non-porous surface with an opaque "stone effect" appearance that does not yellow, does not absorb odours and cleans with water and mild detergent without deteriorating. The touch is that of white opaque marble — a quality perceptible both visually and tactilely.

How does the SHIFT 3238 system on the Elica HAIKU WH/A/120 work, and what advantage does it offer over a traditional hood?

The SHIFT 3238 system on the Elica HAIKU WH/A/120 is an Elica patent that resolves one of the most common kitchen installation problems: the misalignment between hood depth and wall cabinet depth. The system consists of innovative wall brackets that allow millimetric adjustment of the hood body position across a depth range from 32 to 38 cm: at 32 cm the hood sits flush with standard-depth wall units; at 38 cm it advances 6 cm towards the hob for greater manoeuvre space. This adjustment is made during installation without requiring structural modifications. The advantage over a fixed-depth traditional hood is twofold: it eliminates the problem of a hood projecting beyond the cabinets (a common aesthetic defect), and it allows choosing the configuration that maximises extraction efficiency for the specific hob setup.

Can the Elica HAIKU WH/A/120 PRF0146270 be installed without an upper chimney, and can it operate in recycling mode?

Yes — the Elica HAIKU WH/A/120 is designed for installation in both extraction mode (with evacuation duct) and recycling mode (no duct required), and in both configurations it can be installed without an upper chimney, fitting within an overall height of just 680 mm. This flexibility makes it compatible with kitchens with low ceilings or recesses where duct routing is not possible. In recycling mode a charcoal filter (not included) must be added for odour reduction. The Ø 150 mm air outlet is configured for both direct evacuation and recycling with charcoal filter.

Conclusion

The Elica HAIKU WH/A/120 PRF0146270 in Krion white finish is the choice for those seeking a 120 cm wall hood combining the highest material quality, installation flexibility and quietness: Krion white solid surface matt stone effect, Touch Control 3V+2I, 710 m³/h class A airflow, Comfort Silence 52 dB(A) at standard speed, SHIFT 3238 adjustable depth 32–38 cm, LED strip 7W 3,500K 281 lux, 3D cast iron grids dishwasher safe, chimneyless installation at 680 mm, extraction and recycling, Made in Italy Fabriano. A hood that makes no compromises between design and performance. Visit the official Elica website to discover all finishes of the Haiku Collection and find your nearest authorised dealer.