Air Return Vent Tutorial

Dria @ Dio
by Dria @ Dio
Since adding the board and batten to a wall in my kitchen the standard builder grade air return vent wasn't cutting it so I made a new return vent that looks more old school with character that better matches the new board & batten! For more info see the full tutorial.
1 x 2's for the frame and sheet metal from local hardware store
Front diagram
back diagram
before & after
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  • Barbara Barbara on Jan 24, 2024

    My house cold air return vent is in the ceiling. Is this equal to the effectiveness of a wall return vent?

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