NEW BEST® Range Hood Fuses Classic Style with Modern Performance

Hartford, Wis., January 19, 2010 – What emerges when performance, durability and tradition are combined into one kitchen ventilation product? The result is the new, expertly crafted WT32 Series of Chimney Hoods, from BEST®, which is intelligent and high-performing in its execution and elegant and classic in its traditional Italian-inspired design.

In response to the current economic climate, BEST has created a value-engineered entry-level chimney hood, without sacrificing style and performance. As part of the BEST Colonne Suite of cooking ventilation products, the WT32 chimney hood is a robust expression of Italian style that pays homage to the classic Roman Architecture. Both striking and simple in design, this range hood gives new meaning to the idea of achievable luxury.

"Modeled after one of our most popular designs, the WT32 chimney hood is perfect for today's upscale residential kitchens," says Brian Wellnitz, marketing manager, kitchen ventilation, Broan-NuTone®. "We are proud to offer our consumers a luxurious, durable, long-lasting product that is more accessible. Featuring modern controls, lighting and automatic heat detection and stunning Italian-inspired craftsmanship, the WT32 Series can adapt to both modern and traditional kitchen designs. As with other BEST range hoods, even with the latest technologically advanced control features, it still remains a very user-friendly ventilation solution.

The new WT32 range hood has a unique four-speed electronic push button control with translucent blue backlit indication that allows the user to easily determine which speed has been selected. Additionally, it includes a delay timer that automatically shuts off the range hood after five minutes to ensure all cooking contaminates have been evacuated from the kitchen and will indicate when it is time to clean the filters.

The WT32 range hood is compatible with the Broan® Automatic Make-Up Air Dampers that accept direct-wired communication from the range hood. When the range hood turns on, the damper opens to let fresh air into the home. When turned off, the damper tightly closes and prevents unwanted air from entering the home, reducing unnecessary energy loss. This synchronized operation allows the most effective kitchen ventilation by minimizing airflow losses due to insufficient make-up air.

"In conjunction with the Broan damper, the WT32 series helps decrease indoor air pollution by restoring fresh air in the home every time the chimney hood is used. As indoor air quality is more and more of a concern for homeowners, BEST continues to offer top of the line, stylish range hood options, helping to eliminate unwanted odors and indoor air pollutants to ensure a healthier home. The WT32 chimney hood might derive its style from ancient Rome, but its function and features are distinctly modern," says Wellnitz.

The durable, brushed stainless steel chimney hood models are available in 30-, 36-, 42- or 48-inch widths and a 22-inch depth. The models are equipped with powerful Pro 600 CFM or Super Pro 1,200 CFM blowers engineered for optimal function and whisper-quiet operation.

Additional features of the BEST WT32 Series include:

• Brilliant halogen cook top lighting: two 50-watt bulbs in the 30- and 36-inch model widths and three in the 42- and 48-inch model widths
• Dishwasher-safe, quick-release, stainless steel and mesh filters
• Optional non-ducted recirculation kit available with 30- and 42-inch width hoods when outdoor venting is unavailable
• The Heat SentryTM system, which automatically detects excessive heat and adjusts blower speed accordingly

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The new, expertly crafted WT32 Series of Chimney Hoods from BEST^® is intelligent and high-performing in its execution and elegant and classic in its traditional Italian-inspired design. As part of the BEST Colonne Suite of cooking ventilation products, the WT32 chimney hood is a robust expression of Italian style that pays homage to the classic Roman Architecture. Both striking and simple in design, this range hood gives new meaning to the idea of achievable luxury.