Knowing how to cover radiator pipes can dramatically improve the appearance of your radiators. Whether you've invested in a brand new radiator or simply want to improve the look of your existing one, there are many affordable and easy-to-install options for concealing the pipework.
How To Cover Unsightly Radiator Pipes
Radiator Pipe Sleeves and Connectors
Whether you are wanting to know how to cover curved radiator pipes or how to cover hot radiator pipes in your home, having pipe sleeves or pipe connectors may just be the perfect solution for your home.
Known as ‘piping kits’ these easy fix solutions allow you to simply blend the pipes in better to your interior. If you are looking to make these fit in perfectly, matching them up to your valves is a great idea.
Adapted Skirting Boards
Another technique to consider when learning how to cover copper radiator pipes is to adapt your skirting boards to fit them into your existing ones or use adapted baseboards that are already in place.
Covering radiator pipes in this manner offers a distinct advantage - it renders the pipes completely invisible at a relatively low cost compared to the expense of enclosing them.
Radiator Pipe Boxing
If you are still uncertain how to cover up radiator pipes that are sticking out like a sore thumb in your room, then radiator pipe boxing may just be the way forward.
This well known style of dealing with radiator pipes running along your wall leaves you not needing to know how to cover radiator pipes on the wall anymore.
These pipe boxes can be easily merged into your decor and can be painted too, giving you a better finish than just your piping being painted alone.
Frequently Asked Questions
How Do You Fit Radiator Pipe Covers?
Unsure how to fit radiator pipe covers? After installing the pipe, place the pipe cover over the hinged clips. The cover's fixing points are designed to securely grip the side lugs of the Talon hinged clips. Push the cover and hinged clip fixing points together to complete the installation. Repeat this process for any additional coverings, adding Talon snappit extension accessories as needed.
How Do You Cut A Radiator Pipe Cover?
When learning how to cut radiator pipe covers, its key you follow these steps:
- Measure the length of the pipe you are covering, using a ruler.
- Measure the pipe cover to match the desired length.
- Apply masking tape to the pipe shroud and mark the desired length.
- Use a standard hacksaw to cut the pipe at the marked length.
- Secure the collar and shroud over the pipe, then attach the valve.
