Let’s face it, hot water heaters aren’t exactly the prettiest things to look at. But with a little creativity, you can turn these eyesores into stylish features in your home.
Outdoor Wood Enclosures
If your heater is outside, blend it seamlessly with your home’s exterior using a wooden enclosure. I once helped a friend build one that matched their deck, and it looked like it belonged there all along.
A few things you might like:
- Cedar Wood Planks: Enhance your outdoor space with durable cedar planks, blending elegance with functionality seamlessly.
- Waterproof Wood Sealant: Protect your wooden enclosure from weather with reliable waterproof sealant, ensuring long-lasting beauty.
- Outdoor Wood Screws: Secure your wooden structure with rust-resistant outdoor screws, offering strength and resilience.
Quirky Fabric Wraps
Wrap the heater in a funky fabric cover for a quirky touch. A friend’s bohemian wrap inspired me, and it’s a fun conversation piece now.
Check if these fit your needs:
- Bohemian Tapestry Fabric: Transform your heater with a bohemian tapestry, adding vibrant style and personality instantly.
- Decorative Fabric Panels: Wrap your heater in style with these decorative fabric panels for a unique touch.
- Patterned Fabric Cover: Enhance your heater with a patterned fabric cover, creating an eye-catching and cozy look.
Decorative Screens
A decorative screen can be a quick and elegant solution. I love the way it adds a pop of personality to my studio without overwhelming the space.
You might give these a try:
- Bamboo Room Divider Screen: Enhance your space with this elegant bamboo screen, adding a natural and stylish touch.
- Wooden Lattice Screen: Add texture and elegance to your studio with a beautifully crafted wooden lattice screen.
- Foldable Partition Screen: Create flexible privacy while enriching your decor with a versatile foldable partition screen.
Louvered Doors for Airflow
Using louvered doors is a fantastic way to create a chic enclosure while keeping air circulation intact. I crafted one in my laundry room, and it’s been a game-changer for both style and function.
A few suggestions:
- Wood Louvered Door Panels: Install these stylish louvered door panels for improved airflow and elegant design.
- Bi-Fold Louvered Doors: Enhance your room’s aesthetics with bi-fold louvered doors, perfect for compact spaces.
- Ventilated Door Knob Set: Add a ventilated knob set to your doors for easy access and stylish flair.
Camouflage with Shelving Units
Hide your heater behind a shelving unit that doubles up as storage. I did this in my pantry, and it’s like the heater disappeared into thin air!
These products might be useful:
- Industrial Metal and Wood Shelving Unit: Enhance your space and hide your heater with a stylish industrial shelving unit. Perfect for storage.
- Adjustable Storage Shelf Organizer: Maximize space and organize efficiently with an adjustable shelf to conceal your heater effortlessly.
- Modern Freestanding Shelving System: Create a sleek look while keeping your heater out of view with a modern shelving system.
Custom Cabinetry
Commission custom cabinets that match your existing kitchen or laundry design. I’ve done this in my kitchen, and it feels like a natural extension of the space.
A few choices to try:
- Adjustable Cabinet Hinges: Upgrade your cabinetry with durable hinges for smooth and lasting performance.
- Decorative Cabinet Handles: Add stylish handles to enhance both aesthetics and functionality of your custom cabinets.
- Hardwood Cabinet Panels: Get durable hardwood panels that seamlessly blend with your existing kitchen or laundry design.
Chic Room Dividers
A stylish room divider can serve as a beautiful barrier. I’ve got one in my loft that elegantly separates spaces while hiding the heater.
Possibly helpful picks:
- Wooden Carved Room Divider: Enhance your decor with this elegant divider, perfect for stylishly concealing your heater.
- Folding Privacy Screen: Create a chic partition in your loft while elegantly hiding the hot water heater.
- Artistic Room Screen: Add artistic flair to your space and discreetly conceal appliances with this exquisite screen.
Innovative Wallpaper
Use removable wallpaper to give the heater a stylish cover-up. I tried this in my hallway, and it’s added a splash of color I adore.
Some ideas to consider:
- Removable Geometric Wallpaper: Transform your space effortlessly with removable geometric wallpaper. Easy to apply and remove.
- Peel and Stick Floral Wallpaper: Brighten your hallway with peel and stick floral wallpaper. Adds vibrant color easily.
- Self-Adhesive Vintage Wallpaper: Give your heater enclosure a vintage touch with this self-adhesive vintage wallpaper.
Natural Plant Surround
Use large plants to naturally hide the heater and bring in some greenery. I’ve got a fiddle leaf fig doing just that in my loft, and it’s a natural fit.
A few relevant products:
- Artificial Fiddle Leaf Fig Tree in Planter: Enhance your loft with a lifelike fiddle leaf fig, adding greenery without the upkeep.
- Tall Decorative Indoor Plant Stand: Elevate your plants for a stunning display, and effectively hide away the heater.
- Large Woven Plant Basket: Combine functionality and style, perfectly concealing pots while adding texture to your space.
Artwork Panels
Cover your heater with artwork panels to turn it into a gallery wall. This artistic spin was inspired by my art-loving neighbor, and it works wonders.
You might like:
- Decorative Wooden Wall Panels: Add warmth and style to your heater with these decorative wooden wall panels.
- Artistic Metal Wall Art Panels: Transform your space with artistic metal panels, adding a modern twist to your heater.
- Removable Peel and Stick Wall Murals: Easily enhance your heater’s appearance with removable peel and stick wall murals.
Repurposed Shutters
Use repurposed shutters for a vintage vibe that adds character. I stumbled upon this idea at a flea market, and it’s been a hit ever since.
Might be a good match:
- Antique Style Shutter Panels: Transform your space with antique style shutter panels for a vintage touch to any enclosure.
- Vintage Door Knob Handles: Enhance your shutter doors with vintage door knob handles for a classic, stylish look.
- Distressed Wood Finish Paint: Achieve a rustic aesthetic by applying distressed wood finish paint to your shutter enclosure.
Innovative Framework Structures
Build a basic framework structure and cover it with materials of your choice. This was one of my early DIY projects, and it’s still one of my favorites for its simplicity and versatility.
Consider these options:
- Woodworking Plans and Guides: Master your DIY project with detailed woodworking plans, simplifying your construction process.
- Decorative Wood Paneling: Enhance your framework with elegant wood paneling. Add style and protection effortlessly.
- Outdoor Wood Sealant: Protect and preserve your wood with a high-quality sealant, ensuring lasting durability outdoors.
Curtain Concealment
For a soft touch, install a curtain around the heater. This was a quick fix in my guest room that added both privacy and style.
Give these a look:
- Decorative Curtain Panels: Enhance room aesthetics with these elegant curtains, providing stylish concealment instantly.
- Adjustable Curtain Rod: Install easily with this adjustable rod, fitting diverse spaces with stability.
- Stylish Curtain Tiebacks: Add charm and keep curtains open with these elegant curtain tiebacks.
DIY Folding Screens
Craft a folding screen from reclaimed wood for a rustic yet functional enclosure. I love how mine adds a warm, vintage charm to the basement.
Some handy options:
- Reclaimed Wood Planks: Create a rustic folding screen with these reclaimed wood planks, adding charm to any space.
- Decorative Hinges: Enhance flexibility and style of your screen with durable decorative hinges.
- Wood Stain Kit: Enhance your screen’s appearance with this wood stain kit for a vintage finish.
Artisan Woodwork Enclosure
Commission an artisan woodwork piece for a truly bespoke look. I did this for a client’s craftsman home, and it’s a stunning focal point.
Possibly handy products:
- Woodworking Tools Set: Equip yourself with quality woodworking tools for precise and detailed artisan crafting.
- Wood Stain and Finish Kit: Enhance the appearance and longevity of your woodwork with premium stains and finishes.
- Decorative Wood Panels: Choose decorative wood panels to add elegance and character to your enclosure design.
