Product review (5 stars): Awesome Unit at a great price!
Unit is exactly as described. Looks fantastic. It is the focal point of our kitchen and we have already gotten many comments on how great it looks. My install was a little rough, but that had nothing to do with the unit. We were going from an under cabinet mounted one that vented out the back. I know you can make this one ventless/ductless with the filters, but from the research I did everyone said if you can vent it outside your house that is the way to go (plus the cost of filters over time add up). Although when I asked the seller if the unit could be vented out a wall as opposed to up through the ceiling, they said "no, only can be vented up" I was able to vent it through the wall by redoing some of my existing ductwork. Instead of using the flexible 6'' exhaust tubing that came with the unit, I put an elbow directly on top of the unit and vented it right into the wall and out (I will try to post some pictures). One tip when installing, make a template of the back of the unit with paper or cardboard to help with locating where to drill holes. The instructions aren't great, but like many have said it's pretty self explanatory once you start putting it together. I would recommend an extra set of hands for the job. All in all the unit looks and works great and is a fraction of the price you would pay if you walked in any home improvement store! For a nice added touch we added a stainless steal sheet underneath as well as a stainless shelf.