Author: Kohn Coleman
When replacing the register covers in your home you want to take two important factors into account – quality and design. Cast iron register covers are a wonderful way to update your existing hardware with high quality and heavy duty material that will stand the test of time while also introducing classic Victorian patterns into any room. While most popular in the late 1890’s through early 1900’s, cast iron register covers are an excellent way to ensure you are updating your home with registers that can withstand large amounts of weight and will not dent or become damage under normal wear and tear.
Heavy duty cast iron registers are available in a wide variety of sizes and designs. Most typically featuring ornate swirl patterns or geometric Victorian designs, these registers will accent any room and can help create or enhance current decorating themes. Depending on where the register is needed (wall or floor) mount holes can be drilled into the register.
When choosing a new register for your home it is important to follow a few simple steps. First, remember that the boot size and overall size of a register are two separate measurements. A boot size refers to the size of the hole in your floor or wall while the overall size refers to the registers overall dimensions. This is important to know because the lip of the register fits into the floor or wall for stability. Second, know the difference between a register and a grill. A register comes with directional louvers while a grill does not. If you do not require louvers you may want to consider a grill as a less expensive option. Finally, ask if the register you have selected is available with mount holes if you are installing it on a wall. While floor mounted registers do not need mount holes (they can be used for added stability if desired) wall mount registers will need to be screw mounted to keep them in place.
Cast iron register covers are readily available online as well as in many home decorating magazines. Search for solid iron construction to ensure maximum heavy duty durability and be sure to ask questions. When you work with cast iron home hardware you can be sure that you are introducing classic designs into your home and high quality. These cast iron register covers are available online through LookInTheAttic & Company and they offer free design assistance and hardware help.
About the Author:
Kohn Coleman born in Michigan - received his Ph.D. from Iowa State University in 2000 - currently leads several online companies and ventures.
