To some people, exposed pipes near the ceiling give a chic, industrial vibe to a space, but to others, these pipes are a huge eyesore. Gazing upward only to see these metal or plastic objects can make a space less appealing. If you live in a space with exposed pipes near the ceiling, you have several solutions for concealing them from view. Base your chosen option on your budget and style.
Instructions
1. Wrap the pipes with a decorative, colorful material for a low-budget pipe-hiding option. Cover the pipes with decorative fabric, fake plants or vines or thick pieces of ribbon. Attach a big bow to any valves for coverage.
2. Install faux exposed beams over the pipes for a big-budget project that can add anything from a rustic to high-class appeal to the room, depending on the style. These types of beams have the appearance of solid ones, but they come in the shape of a "U" with a hollow mid-section that goes over the pipes.
3. Create a fabric-draped ceiling for a low-budget pipe-hiding project that can add texture and color to the room's upper section. Measure the ceiling area and obtain a fabric piece that will cover the area, accounting for the hanging pipes. Attach the fabric to the ceiling using a staple gun. Cover the area just around the pipes as an alternative.
4. Remodel the area by building a soffit that extends far enough to hide the exposed pipes from view. Soffits are extensions of the ceiling. Use 2-by-2 boards to create a frame around the pipes and cover the frame with drywall. Paint the soffit the same color as the ceiling.
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