New tile floor, baseboard level vents don't fit

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soparklion11

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My new tile floor is ~1/2" taller than the original and my 6x10" wall register doesn't fit the existing ductwork.

Is there an easy way to adjust them? I consider just using a cutting wheel to remove the 1/2" from the base. Any easy ways to adjust the vents or the ductwork? The way that the ducts are installed, I would be cutting out plaster if I had to raise the ductwork to match the registers. Ugghjh.

Thank you,
Brian
 
Sounds like you have a metal one, maybe getting a plastic one to cut would be easier, or sometimes a store can do the cut for you.
 
Ya use a zip disc. And a face shield! I'd do this if it is too thick for aviation snips.
 

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