Broan NuTone QTRE080R Easy-Retrofit Ultra Silent Bath Fan

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Broan NuTone QTRE080R Easy-Retrofit Bath Fan
National Trade Supply, LLC
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  1. Publisher: Broan
  2. Sales Rank in Tools: #76700

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Introducing the Broan Easy-Retrofit Ultra SilentTM Fan Retrofitting to an Ultra SilentTM fan has never been easier. The QTRE080R Ultra SilentTM Retrofit Fan means upgrading bath ventilation doesn't have to mean upsetting everything. Broan makes it easy with the new QTRE080R Retrofit Fan. With a telescoping frame and a unique duct attachment system, installation is simplified. The fan goes in faster, connects to joists more solidly, and eliminates unprofessional "rigging." There's also no patching, priming or painting when you're done. That's what the Broan QTRE080R Retrofit Fan does for you. 80 CFM, 0.8 Sones, Energy Star Qualified ? Easily installed from the room below without attic access. Fits 2" x 8" ceiling construction. ? No mounting ears means no drywall patching or painting ? Can be installed without extra wood on top of drywall ? Unique telescoping mounting frame works with virtually any joist spread ? Frame design allows for extremely solid four-point mount ? Horizontal, between-joist adjustability for room centering when desired ? New, specially-designed duct connector bracket attaches to frame and allows for duct pre-attachment without housing ? Housing simply slides up into frame and bracket with perfect alignment ? UL Listed for use over tub or shower when installed in a GFCI protected branch circuit

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4.0 out of 5 stars (1 customer review)

4.0 out of 5 stars Quiet but make sure this is the one you want., July 8, 2011
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This review is from: Broan NuTone QTRE080R Easy-Retrofit Ultra Silent Bath Fan
I renovated my home a while back and the half bath i made already had a window in it, so I never installed an exhaust fan. As time passed, I realized that having a bathroom close to the living areas like the living room and kids playroom was convenient, however let's face it...it's a little too close for comfort for the odors..lol. Anyway, I Googled exhaust fans that can be installed with little damage to the ceiling. All the reviews said this one was perfect for retrofitting where you don't have to brace it against the ceiling joists, well i couldnt get a secure fit without bracing it. It's built to be adjustable so you can extend or retract the brace arms depending on the width of your joists. But if you have no attic access, you have to open up the sheetrock pretty good to install it.
That being said, the fan is well built and REALLY REALLY quiet! And I don't know about its effectiveness with moisture but it definately takes care of the odors. The only other factor is if you...Read more

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