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Broan Ventilation Fans—Selection Guide
Steamy mirrors, damp walls and fogged windows.
They’re more than annoying. They could indicate developing
problems like mold and mildew, ruined insulation, and
wood rot. Spot ventilation solutions from Broan clear the
air quickly and efficiently, removing potential problems
before they invite themselves into your home.
What’s in stays in today’s airtight homes.
Today’s homes are built airtight for
efficiency. But that means moisture
and airborne pollutants stay where
they are unless they are vented away.
Eliminating excess moisture keeps
your home dry and comfortable and
can help avoid mold and mildew.
Volatile organic compounds (VOCs)
“outgas” from construction materials
such as plywood, carpet, fabric,
paint, adhesive, insulation and other
common items. Allergens, dust,
cooking vapor and what the kids bring home from school
are more reasons why good ventilation is critical.
Which product is best suited to my application?
Take a moment to consider what you’re looking for in a
spot ventilation product. Do you want quiet operation, a
powerful blower, decorative designs or something that’s
virtually invisible? Could you use more light, or
ventilation in a walk-in closet? Broan has what you need.
Sones measure the “sound level” of your fan.
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 environment. Sones are
not decibels or volume, but rather how sound is “sensed.”
One sone is half as loud as two sones, and is equivalent
to a quiet refrigerator.
What “HVI certified” means to you.
The Home Ventilating Institute
(HVI) is an independent organization
that certifies the airflow and
sound performance claimed by
manufacturers of ventilation products.
Broan certifies every product through
HVI to ensure the product you
purchase will perform as claimed.
For more information visit
www.hvi.org.
Energy Star: Conserve energy and energy expenditures.
If you’re concerned about saving money and energy,
choose Broan bath fans that feature the Energy Star logo.
These products use high efficiency motors and
lighting that can reduce energy consumption by as
much as 65%—all without sacrificing performance.
Learn more about Energy Star at
www.energystar.gov.
What you should consider when buying
a bath fan or home ventilation system.
Leadership
More than 70 years ago Broan
invented the spot ventilation industry.
Today, Broan is engineering and
testing the next generation of
ventilation solutions to keep your
home and family comfortable.
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