"Michael L Kankiewicz" > wrote in message
u.buffalo.edu...
>
> Hi all, I haven't been here in a looooong time, so I hope it hasn't
> changed too much. We're putting on a new roof, so I figure it's finally
> time to get a real exhaust hood. (Currently we have one of those useless
> hoods that filters the air and blows it back out front.)
>
> We're not extreme cooks, so I was looking at middle of the line things,
> but I was surprised at how expensive they are. Then I came across this
> one on ebay, item number 260380922430. A whopping 870cfm. Anyone have
> any knowledge of, or experience with this company?
>
> Thanks much,
> MK

Michael,
The configuration looks similar to the Faber unit we installed in our new
kitchen in 2007. However, I didn't notice a name of the manufacturer on the
eBay page (or I didn't realize it was the manufacturer and not the company
selling it). Do you know who makes the unit?

We do like our Faber unit (a 36") which did set us back about $600, IIRC.
The construction materials were solid, though put together there are a few
areas I wish they had added more fasteners (the curved trim around the
bottom edge pulls down a bit too easily when cleaning). However, the unit
works great. It's easy to clean, gives excellent ventilation and provides a
lot of light from the two halogen units.

You really need to be able to touch, feel and play with any hood you buy.
Don't but from specs on eBay or you are setting yourself up for problems. If
someone is selling a unit on eBay that you know, then go for it. We saved
about $400 buying faucets and hardware on eBay.

Jon