Comments on: 50s style NuTone Ceiling/Wall Fan solves your exhaust issues

By: pam kueber

pam kueber — Wed, 17 Feb 2010 01:14:54 +0000

Terri, I have the Nutone in my kitchen. I like it fine. I think the key is to check the CFM rating — that’s how much air get’s sucked in how fast or something like that. I am not an expert. Also see my kitchen page for the TradeWind, which also looks pretty spiffy and has been around for like 50 years: http://retrorenovation.com/product-guides/retro-kitchens/

By: Terri H-D

Terri H-D — Wed, 17 Feb 2010 01:00:03 +0000

How well does that NuTone fan work? We have a ceiling fan (original fixture; newer/weaker motor) in our 1959 kitchen that is marginally better than useless. Considering a hood, but that causes other logistical nightmares.

By: sablemable

sablemable — Mon, 02 Feb 2009 20:35:35 +0000

In my 1955 built ranch, the original NuTone hood range and wall fan are still there, still in terrific condition and still work. I had contacted the NuTone company and a rep advised they can still provide parts for these classics.

By: Mid Mod Pam

Mid Mod Pam — Thu, 11 Dec 2008 22:21:49 +0000

Nick, if you google nutone repair, there’s a company R&I that may have replacement grilles. I don’t have any reco’s about other replica’s though. Do you have an image/ad of what you’re looking for? It would be good to see. Also – tell R&I that they should advertise on this blog. They don’t believe me.

By: Nick

Nick — Thu, 11 Dec 2008 21:14:02 +0000

I have a nutone kitchen fan from the 1960’s and I want to change the grille to one that looks more attractive. I want a replica of the “Climax” kitchen fan model (made in the 50’s by phillip carey mfg. co)
the grille looks like the nutone fan grilles of the 1970’s the three prongs with the ring around it kind of design. Is there any company that can custom make a grille like that? It is a shame there are not many kitchen fans around anymore, especially replacement fans!

By: Chris

Chris — Sat, 22 Nov 2008 02:24:46 +0000

I need a pull chain for mine. Circa late 40’s early 50’s. Nutone through wall exhaust fan

By: Cory

Cory — Wed, 14 May 2008 01:25:07 +0000

If you’re going for the exhaust fan, better start looking now. The latest revision uses a plastic grille. The good news? The stainless grilles (both the “round” and “round in a square” covers) still bolt into place if you have one (or can find one separately).

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