The heat register in the train room has always been ineffective at heating the whole area. Even if it had a diverter it would still just warm one corner of the room as it faces downward instead of outward into the room. To fix this problem I am installing a new register on the vertical flat side. While i was at it I also removed the shut off flap to the room upstairs as there has never been a reason to have it closed. The little bit extra in airflow would be welcomed as well. Everything marked out and cutting the opening with a metal cutting blade. Bending the fins so the air will be directed where I want it to go. Before installing the cover I wiped out the duct-work as far as I could reach in both directions. Installing the vent is simply done with two sheet metal screws.
Where the shut off flap was I will and some window and door caulking to the hole to seal it shut. A touch up of paint and it is done. Now the whole room is heated instead of one corner! I cheap upgrade with great results!
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