Heating and cooling registers, whether for ceilng, floor or wall installation, come in a variety of sizes, finishes and decors.
Registers help direct heat or air conditioning into rooms and can be found on floors, walls or ceilings. Over time, registers can become rusty or loose and may require replacement. Replacing ceiling registers, which are available at most home improvement centers or hardware stores, is a simple process once you know the exact sizes needed to fit the vent openings.
Instructions
1. Place a step ladder under the ceiling registers you want to replace. Put on safety goggles to protect your eyes from falling dirt and debris as you remove the registers.
2. Remove the screws securing the registers to the ceiling. Most often a flat-head screwdriver is necessary, although some registers may require a Phillips-head screwdriver.
3. Pull the registers away from the ceiling and duct. Measure the length and width of the register openings with a tape measure. Take the measurements with you so you can purchase registers that properly fit the duct openings.
4. Insert the new ceiling registers into the openings and secure them with the retaining screws.
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