Patching large holes in old floors

[oaktree]

I did find a vent with working louvres from the 1800s that is the perfect fit for this hole! I actually don't think I mind that it is near the door...I kind of enjoy knowing there was a stove pipe there at one time.

I think I'm going to have this vent sandblasted and powdercoated, but I haven't decided what color yet.

I still haven't decided what to do with the smaller hole yet...

[Don M]

Flat black is the traditional color!

[Gothichome]

Can't go wrong with flat black.

[oaktree]

Flat black, good advice!

[Mick_VT]

head for satin rather than totally flat, its more durable and just as correct.

[phil]

or use wrinkle paint , or crinkle paint, available at most auto parts stores.
https://www.google.ca/search?q=crinkle+ ... iAodGrIABA

[oaktree]

Thanks, Don, Mick, and Phil!

Do you think I should paint this one from my living room too? It's pretty substantial! I've been seeing if I can find replacements for the other smaller vents because they are all bent, but this big one is pretty nice.

[Don M]

You may want to wait until your floors are refinished then select a color that matches your floor. Those newer grates were usually made to look like natural oak floors, some even had oak wood look finish applied!

[oaktree]

Interesting...I'll do that!