Not All Cast Iron Registers Are The Same
Historic and durable, cast iron was a favorite for heat vent covers a century ago and still garners attention today. But not all cast iron registers are created equal. Here’s what to look for to get top quality cast iron floor registers.
No Shortcuts on the Thickness
Cast iron is the standard in durability so you wouldn’t think that it could even be a discussion point in the conversation about durability. However, many manufacturers of cast iron registers work from a mold with a contoured underside that makes the overall product thinner. Thinner means lower durability.
Reggio Register doesn’t scrimp on thickness. We create grilles without a contoured underside. We also include a vent opening lip in our mold, which increases the thickness and the durability.
Professional, Durable Finishes
Finishes help protect a cast iron register. Many manufacturers finish only the top of their registers leaving the underside susceptible to rust and other problems. Often manufacturers finish registers with paint, but unfortunately, paint chips and scratches.
Reggio Register uses commercial-grade powder coating to finish each of our registers. It is resistant to scratching and chipping. We powder coat both the front and the back of the register to ensure full finish protection.
A Range of Sizes & Custom Size Options
If you’re outfitting a newer home with registers, it’s easy to find vent covers that fit. However, if you’re working with a historic home, that can get tricky. A selection of sizes (both common and uncommon) are necessary, plus the option for custom sizes when you’re looking for register manufacturers.
The Human Touch
In an age of technological advancements and automation, it’s not frequent to find a manufacturer with craftsmen interacting with the products every day. Antique-look cast iron floor registers are more art than science and the human touch makes a big difference.
At Reggio Register, every grille passes through human hands several times. This ensures that you get a product that has been lovingly shaped to be its best. Whether filing off rough edges or cleaning it, your register comes to you with outstanding human finishing touches.
Finding cast iron floor registers of quality and with the right fit is a matter of seeking out the best in the business. Count on Reggio Register to equip you with the cast iron registers that will get the job done. Learn more about our cast iron register vs theirs.