
Although exposed pipework can make a positive style statement in some kitchen designs, in others, it can detract from the overall ambience and distract the eye.
So, if you’re looking for some top tips for hiding or minimising the appearance of pipework in your kitchen, here are some ideas to consider.

Key tips for minimising pipework in your kitchen:
Consider Bespoke Cabinetry
Whether you want to house an unsightly boiler or conceal the pipework beneath your kitchen sink, bespoke cabinetry and made to measure kitchen cupboard doors can help you to achieve a professional, high-end finish without breaking the bank.
Plus, bespoke cabinetry offers a perfect opportunity to realise your creative visions, ensuring that your kitchen aligns with your personal style and is in keeping with the rest of your property.
Shaker style doors are extremely versatile, making them a popular choice for contemporary kitchens with a traditional twist.
However, if you’re eager to enjoy a more modern kitchen space, you may enjoy the Zurfiz Gloss Door range of made to measure kitchen cupboard doors and drawers which features a glass effect edge and is available in a variety of chic, contemporary colours including glacier white, copperleaf, and champagne.

Embrace the Concept of Hiding in Plain Sight
If you want to minimise pipework in your kitchen space without hiding them completely, painting them in a colour that matches the walls is a simple and straightforward way to achieve your desired look.
While the pipes will still be visible, they will essentially fade into the background and won’t be something you’ll notice as soon as you walk into your kitchen.
Pro Tip: It’s important to thoroughly clean pipework before painting, including removing as much old paint, rust and dirt as possible.
Ensure that any products you have used during the cleaning process are wiped away using clean water, as this will ensure that fresh paint will properly adhere when it is applied.
Box Them In
For those seeking a sleeker finish, boxing pipework in can be an excellent way to create a sense of seamlessness and polish in a way that doesn’t take up too much visual real estate in your space.
This is an ideal option for pipework that is located in a corner, as you can use it to create a brand new architectural feature whilst simultaneously concealing pipework that may otherwise have distracted from your overall design.
When boxing in your pipework, it’s so important to ensure that you’re measuring pipes at their widest point and using high quality materials in order to achieve a seamless and professional finish.

Don’t Discount Trunking
Although trunking isn’t likely to be a first choice option, it can be a straightforward way to conceal radiator pipes that are running horizontally along a wall.
Trunking will always look wider and chunkier than traditional skirting boards, however choosing the right materials can provide a professional result that blends in seamlessly with the rest of your kitchen.
Pro Tip: It’s worth thinking about facing your trunking with a traditional skirting board to guarantee it looks in-keeping with the rest of your design. Plus, with some smart thinking, trunking could even be used to create a decorative feature within your space.
Rebated Skirting Boards
Another option to conceal horizontal radiator pipework in your kitchen space is to install rebated skirting boards, which have a gap in the back to provide a sleek and seamless finish.
However, this may only be a suitable option if you’re working on a full kitchen refurbishment, as you’ll need to carefully plan the layout and location of your pipes in order to achieve a sleek finish.

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