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| you want to take two important factors into | | | | size refers to the size of the hole in your floor or |
| account – quality and design. Cast iron register | | | | wall while the overall size refers to the registers |
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| withstand large amounts of weight and will not | | | | holes if you are installing it on a wall. While floor |
| dent or become damage under normal wear and | | | | mounted registers do not need mount holes (they |
| tear. | | | | can be used for added stability if desired) wall |
| | | | mount registers will need to be screw mounted |
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| be drilled into the register. | | | | are introducing classic designs into your home and |
| | | | high quality. These cast iron register covers are |
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| important to follow a few simple steps. First, | | | | Company and they offer free design assistance |
| remember that the boot size and overall size of a | | | | and hardware help. |