Bath Ventilation
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Ventilation Fans & Fan/Lights Specialty Fans & Fan/Lights, Hidden Ventilation, Decorative Fan/Lights, Utility Fans, In-Line Fans Attic Ventilation, Wall Controls & Specifications Leadership is measured in all kinds of ways. We define it with innovation, from spot ventilation products to whole-house indoor air quality systems. The greatest compliment we receive is seeing our product ideas become the industry standards. Silence is what consumers demand more than any other feature in a ventilation fan. We hear you, and proudly offer the most quiet ventilation fans available. Proven in...

Ventilation Fans—Selection Guide What you should consider when buying a bath fan or home ventilation system. Steamy mirrors, damp walls and fogged windows. Sones measure the “sound level” of your fan. They’re more than annoying. They could indicate developing A sone is a measurement of sound in terms of comfortable problems like mold and mildew, ruined insulation, and hearing level for an average listener. The lower the sone wood rot. Spot ventilation solutions from Broan clear the value, the more comfortable the environment. Sones are air quickly and efficiently, removing potential...

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Ventilation Fans—Installation Guide Proper installation makes all the difference. Tape or caulk around the seam where the fan housing meets the sheetrock on the ceiling. If possible, use smooth, rigid ductwork as large as the exit opening on the body of the fan housing. Whenever possible, ductwork should slope down and away from the fan housing to direct any condensation toward the vent. Exit vents should have backdraft flaps to help keep cold air from entering the duct. Whether rigid or flexduct, the turning radius for the duct should be as large as possible. Pre-installed screws, keyhole...

Installation & Sizing Guide Easy steps for choosing and sizing the right ventilation fan for your home. Determine which rooms could use ventilation, and how much is needed. Spot ventilation is used in localized areas to remove moisture, odor and airborne pollutants quickly. Most commonly used in the bath or powder room, spot ventilation can also be used in a laundry room, exercise area, closet, or bedroom, wherever air should be changed frequently. Decorative and recessed models can be ideal solutions for these situations. According to the Home Ventilating Institute, Air Changes per Hour...

Ventilation Fans—Questions & Facts Everything you need to know about home ventilation. What is a sone, and how is it measured? A sone is a measurement of sound in terms of comfortable hearing level for an average listener. The lower the sone value, the more comfortable the listening environment. Sones are not decibels or volume, but rather how sound is “sensed.” One sone is the equivalent of a quiet refrigerator. Broan ULTRA fans feature the quietest rating possible at <0.3 sones. ™ air quality Broan has long been a leader in indoor air quality solutions. Our spot ventilation products for...

How do I size a fan properly for my room size and the duct run? See the sizing guidelines on page 7 for details on proper sizing. This section provides an explanation and examples to help you make the right decision. Where is the exhaust outlet on the ventilation fan? The exhaust outlet is the point where air is discharged through the body of the fan housing into the ductwork. During installation, orient your fan with the exhaust outlet pointing toward the exit vent on your roof or wall to minimize turns in ductwork that impede airflow. style Style is a curious thing. To each individual it...

ULTRA Series Fans and Fan/Lights ™ Premium ventilation helps reduce airborne pollutants. Today’s homes are built tightly for energy efficiency. But what’s good for heating and air-conditioning bills means unwanted and unhealthy pollutants stay trapped inside unless they are mechanically vented away. of air in cubic feet per minute (CFM) needed for wholehouse ventilation, based on square footage and the number of bedrooms in the home (see chart below). Broan offers multiple solutions for these applications. They not only meet the continuous or whole-house needs but also the spot or local...

ULTRA Series Fans and Fan/Lights ™ ULTRA Series Ventilation Fans. The solution for spot and continuous ventilation needs. ™ Our exclusive ULTRA Smart Control Technology enables these fans to maintain their powerful operation even at high static pressures, and supply the required air movement levels for whole-house ventilation while meeting the spot ventilation needs of a bathroom. Available in multi-speed versions, the continuous lower CFM levels of ULTRA Series Ventilation Fans can be adjusted to meet the specific needs of each home. ™ For even greater ease of use, models with ULTRA Sense...

UltraQuick installation Technology ULTRA Series Ventilation Fans are engineered to be the fastest, easiest, most universal installation in remodel, retrofit and new construction—in any type of joist or truss system. Exclusive features simplify room-side installation to save valuable time and money. ™ Pre-installed screws in the mounting frame enable quick installation. Inside/outside wiring capability provides flexible new or retrofit installation. For room-side installation, pull the duct through the opening, attach the duct to the connector, push the connector into place and fasten to the...

ULTRA Series Fans and Fan/Lights ™ A revolution in ventilation fan technology engineered to simplify installation. We didn’t just change one thing to make installations faster, we changed everything. From a unique telescoping mounting frame that installs room-side to an easy-to-insert housing and blower that snap into place, we designed the ULTRA Series for fast, ™ easy, universal application. No matter what’s behind the drywall on your next job, you’ll never have to do another difficult installation. ULTRA Series Ventilation Fans and Fan/Lights are up to 60% ™ faster in retrofits and up to...