Smoking Room Ventilation

[Wharf Rat]

Originally Posted by mosesbotbol

I live in a 2 level house. Living room is on the first floor. If I put this into the living room, do I need to duct it outside? I currently have a ceiling fan, but don't mind putting this in as well.

Yes, a unit like this has two ducts to the out of doors. One exhausts dirty air and the other pulls in outside air. The two airflows exchange heat so you don't lose so much (and, you get true fresh air in the house)

I'm adding a link to an explanation: http://www.broan.com/products/lifest...1-98542b29a2d0