Everyone likes to make their home look attractive and if you have under floor air ducts then floor registers can be used to provide a decorative look. These are the floor grates that attach to an air duct opening and are used primarily to control the flow of air into a room.
There are a many different styles of floor registers available although most are typically wood floor registers or metal floor vents. They generally comprise two parts which comprise a damper box which is fitted into the end of the air duct and a grate which is the decorative piece which can be seen and is set flush in the floor.
Floor registers provide a number of advantages when used. They give some protection to the air duct by stopping any larger items from getting into it. Floor air vents also provide protection to those in the house, especially children and pets, by covering the air vent opening and deterring them from getting inside. Floor vents can also allow you to control the direction and flow of air into a room and this can help you regulate and control the temperature of your home. This has the potential to help you save money by reducing heating and electricity bills. A filter can also be used with the grate of your floor registers to help clean the air coming into your home.
When selecting decorative floor registers there are many to choose from and this means that whatever the décor in your home there should be a grate that fits in with this. Wood floor registers and metal floor registers are the most common type and they come in many different designs. The type and design you choose will depend a great deal on the style of flooring you have in your home.
Depending on the size of the air duct opening you may be able to purchase off-the-shelf grates or may need them custom made to fit. Floor register prices will vary depending on the type of material, the intricacy of the design and whether the opening is a standard size or requires a custom fit grate. Typically for standard size floor grates, prices lie in the range of around $10 to $50. However if custom made grates are required this can rise into the hundreds of dollars for a floor grille cover.
Floor registers are available from a number of different outlets. If you are looking for standard size floor grate covers then home improvement stores such as Home Depot can be a good place to look. Examples of the type of floor grates for sale include a 4 x 12 inch Aluminum Satin Finish model which retails for around $13 or the 4 x 14 inch Bright Solid Brass Grate which costs $22. There are also a few internet stores that have standard size floor grilles available and these include Reggio Register and Decorative Vents. Companies that produce custom made floor registers include A Touch of Brass and Installers Store.
Floor registers are produced in a number of decorative styles and can add an attractive finishing touch to your home. With the choice available it is a relatively easy task to find an appropriate grill that fits in with the style of your floor and can be bought at a cost that suits your budget.