Hide AC ducts in the ceiling with a vent cover. The covers not only hide the appearance of a vent, but they stop cold drafts from coming through the vent, preventing heat loss. Most types of these covers are magnetic and simply attach to the vent. The magnets adhere to steel registers; on aluminum registers, the magnets connect to the screws. If no vent is installed or the vent is another material, such as wood, some types of covers can be screwed into the ceiling.
Instructions
1. Place the ladder under the ceiling duct. Climb to the top of the ladder. Measure the outside dimensions of the to determine what size cover to install. Purchase the appropriate cover size.
2. Climb to the top of the ladder. Position the cover over the ceiling vent. If the vent is steel or aluminum, release the cover when it feels secured.
3. Position the screws into the pre-drilled holes, if the cover does not adhere to the vent with magnets. Tighten the screws. Ensure that the screws are tightened as far as they will turn so the cover is secure. Ceiling covers can cause injury if they fall.
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