Recessed Crawl Space Vent Cover vs Outward Mounted Crawl Space Vent Cover 8x16

Both are non-opening plastic seals for an 8x16 foundation vent, so the choice comes down to mounting. The Recessed cover sits inside the opening and is the better fit for thin walls, block foundations and flush finishes. The Small Outward Mounted cover screws over the face of the opening, which is more forgiving on irregular or oversized openings. Owners of the recessed style report a clean seal; the outward style is the simpler retrofit when the opening is not square.

• Choose the Recessed Crawl Space Vent Cover if your foundation opening is a true 8x16 in a thin or block wall and you want the cover flush with the surface.
• Choose the Small Outward Mounted Crawl Space Vent Cover if your opening is slightly off-size or irregular and you want a cover that installs over the face without cutting into the wall.