Installation was relatively easy but would recommend that ZLine provide a piece of 1x1 angle iron which would be installed on the wall to create a ledge for the hood to sit on at the base of the hood. The 2 plastic anchors are a bit cheesy and in time may become a problem. We did this and it made the installation so much easier,
I did a lot of research and shopping before deciding to purchase the 42" Z Line hood. It is beautiful, well constructed and arrived in perfect condition. Ordering was a breeze on the website, and shipping was fast-it arrived in five days from the day I ordered it (including the weekend). I am so impressed with The Range Hood Store I've passed on the information to friends! Not sure why anyone would spend hundreds or thousands more for any other hood!
The hood is gorgeous. The lighting is more than adequate for the entire 48" of my range. The fan will take care of any smoke or scents in your kitchen. The air output outside is impressive. My hood was dented upon arrival, (NOT due to the shippers, it was packaged dented) It is quite high and I can't see it. It doesn't affect the performance of the hood, but for the price, I did expect perfection. Now, only one thing: It is quite loud and sometimes I refrain from using it as I cook because it's too noisy.
This product is industrial standard and for commercial purposes. We installed it in our kitchen. Works wonderful. We received the package with the wires not connected. We got our contractor to do the clean the terminals and secure it with an electrical masking tape. We ended paying the contractor for this work. Other than that we got what we wanted.
I ordered the Zline for my kitchen remodel. Even though it was difficult to install, I really like the look in my kitchen. The fan operation is quiet and the lights are nice and bright. Having a more illustrative manual would be helpful.
I would recommend this to a friend!
Response from zlinekitchen.comBy ZLINE Kitchen & Bath, Customer Relations, June 28, 2019
Hi Connie,
We appreciate your feedback regarding installation for our under cabinet range hoods. We are striving to improve our processes to ensure all of our products are made to be easily installed. Our first priority is our customers and to make this process as easy as possible.