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B.Server > wrote in message >. ..
> On 19 Nov 2004 09:05:40 -0800, (Mike)
> wrote:
>
> >I am designing a kitchen and looking to put in a 36" gas rangetop in
> >an island and use a downdraft ventilation system. I was wondering if
> >anyone has used or put in one of the newer downdraft systems and what
> >their results were. I have heard of bad reviews in the past regarding
> >downdraft systems; but haven't read or seen anything about the newer
> >downdraft systems.
> >
> >Any help would be appreciated.
> >Thanks in advance,
> >-Mike
>
> The fundamental problem has not changed. Heated vapors still rise
> rather than sink. For a given amount of energy, it is better to use
> the physics than to fight it.

I appreciate everyones input. I think based on the research that I
have done and everyones thoughts I'm going to go with moving the range
to an outside wall and vent with an overhead hood. It'll be a little
tricky in the design but a better fit overall.

-Mike