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Creative "Make Up Air" Solution for Range Hoods by LG Squared

Matt Hoots GA, United States 4 Ratings 15 Discussions 7 Group posts

Posted by: Matt Hoots // Rate It Green Admin

One of the main issues with proper ventilation in high-performance homes is that what goes out must be replaced by what comes in.  When you are venting 300-1000 CFM of exhaust in your kitchen, you need "make-up" air to replace the air that has just been removed from the house.  Chris Laumer-Giddens shares this creative design by keeping the exhaust and make-up air all local to the kitchen

 

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