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Old 12-17-2008, 12:57 AM   #5 (permalink)
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Adding mesh to an opening has about the same effect as making it smaller, in terms of airflow, but it does that by creating friction, rather than deflecting the air to a region of smoother flow. So, even though it is not ideal, yes, some more air will go around, and economy should go up unless your fan has to come on more.
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