HMFIC@1369 wrote:

I'd stay clear of wood. Simply not fire retardant and difficult to clean.

Actually, some _are_ fire retardant. I understand that Ipe has the same
fire rating as concrete. Redwood doesn't like to burn either--forest fires
are part of the reproductive cycle for redwoods. Getting the grease off is
another story. And they aren't the only ones.

But convincing the fire marshall that your ipe hood is as safe as steel may
take some doing.

"Jeff and Jennifer Cook" wrote in message
...
I'd like to build a wooden range hood. Does anybody know where I can get
some plans for various hoods?
I'd appreciate any help.
Jeff



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