Hvac: Decorative grills

Reviewed by:
Rosemary Thornton

Fashioned after an 1870s design, this Artes and Crafts Grill is a historically accurate reproduction made of polyester resins (shown here with a faux-bronze finish).

Beaux-Artes offers Artes and Crafts Grills in 36 faux finishes and in six sizes, with more sizes being added. Matching damper boxes and screens are also available for these decorative grills. The damper is open and shut with a quarter-turn of a screwdriver inserted into a small, recessed hole (so nothing sticks above grade). Decorative grill prices start at $59; damper and screen prices start at $32 (July 2004).