Sage-Tips

Can I enclose my boiler in a cupboard?

Most modern boilers are manufactured to be compact in size and are capable of being fitted into a cupboard. Combi boilers in particular tend to fit quite well into kitchen cupboards as they are compact and require no additional tanks or cylinders. They can therefore be easily tucked away.

Does an airing cupboard need ventilation?

Can I put a combi boiler in an airing cupboard? New appliances are classed as room sealed – this basically means that the air within the boiler is separate from the air in the room. The flue has the air inlet which draws in air, as a result you don’t need any ventilation on a current room sealed appliance.

Do boilers need air?

An oil boiler needs oxygen for burning fuel so a supply of air is essential. Modern oil boilers will have a balanced flue system to let in air and remove waste gases. This removes the need for any air vents around the boiler.

Is it safe to store things in a boiler cupboard?

As a rule of thumb, always remember to keep space around your water heater and store any items a reasonable distance away from the unit so that you there is no potential for a fire or safety hazard.

Is it OK to box in a boiler?

It is necessary however to make sure of a couple of things when boxing in a boiler: The boiler itself can be opened fully for servicing and repairs. There is at least 50mm of air gap all round the boiler and the boxing allows plenty of ventilation to allow a fresh airflow all round the boiler.

How do you put a boiler in a cupboard?

If your boiler is positioned inside a cupboard, there are some clearance rules to adhere to. There should be a gap between the top of the boiler and the top of the cupboard. There should also be a gap between the bottom of the boiler and the cabinet.

Does a boiler cupboard need a fire door?

Unless the cupboard contains electrical or gas services, the En-suites and cupboards are exempt. You either need to fit fire doors or not. A smoke seal can be fitted if the door linings are replaced. …

Why do airing cupboards have slatted shelves?

An overfilled airing cupboard could stop materials from being able to breathe. Allowing the air to circulate could reduce the chance of belongings becoming dusty or musty. Items should be spaced out and set on slatted shelves.

Do I need a fire door on my boiler cupboard?

Unless the cupboard contains electrical or gas services, the En-suites and cupboards are exempt. You either need to fit fire doors or not. According to the fire escape route, fire doors have to be fitted. …

Can you put shelves around a boiler?

If you make your shelving to slot around a hot water tank or combi boiler, ensure that there is good clearance from your stored goods at all times. This will ensure there is sufficient airflow and will prevent any stored textiles from becoming musty.

How much clearance do you need around a boiler?

The boiler should be easily accessible for any servicing or maintenance requirements. This means the door to the cabinet should be openable, and there should be a minimum gap of 700 mm between front of the boiler and a wall or other obstruction for the engineer to service it properly.

Should a boiler cupboard be airtight?

Although the boiler cupboard does not require any form of air vents or additional ventilation, the boiler requires oxygen in order to burn the gas correctly. The air that’s in the cupboard is sufficient for the boiler to do this, so long as these clearance measurements are in place. This also means that the cupboard should not be airtight.

Does my boiler need ventilation?

Although the boiler itself doesn’t require ventilation, the waste gases produced by the boiler need somewhere to go. They are expelled via a flue that leads outside. But what are the regulations when it comes to boiler positioning and flue ventilation?

What is a room-sealed boiler?

Boiler ventilation explained Gas boilers need oxygen – mainly to help burn gas and keep certain parts cool – but most modern boilers are room-sealed. This means the combustion chamber (where the gas is burned) is sealed off from the room. A room-sealed boiler gets all the air it needs through a balanced flue pipe.

Can you hide a combi boiler in a cupboard?

Modern boilers are more compact than ever, making it simple to hide them away in a discreet boiler cupboard. Before you get started though, there are some key regulations to consider if you’re planning to move your combi boiler somewhere a little less visible.