Distance between boiler and kitchen wall unit

[r_c]

(I put this question under Plumbing as it involves a boiler ... hope that's okay)

I have 790mm between the edge of a wall hung boiler and another wall, and I would like to put up a kitchen wall unit in this space. I would like to maximise the use of this space, but am weary about hanging a unit too close to the boiler.

Is there a recommended (legal?) distance I should keep between the boiler and the wall unit?

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• r_c
• 2 Oct 2018

 

[Newboy]

Have at look at the manufacturers installation instructions - there is usually a minimum clearance to either side to allow for both safety and servicing requirements.

 

[r_c]

Thank you for pointing me in the right direction. I have found the answer: 5mm; optimum approx 50mm.

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• r_c
• 3 Oct 2018

 

[durhamplumber]

Get your kitchen fitter to do it..They great at maximising cupboard space..You cant get anywhere near the boiler without dismantling said cupboards but what thehell!

 

[Madrab]

leave enough room to allow and engineer to easily access the side of the boiler casing in case any significant work needs done, otherwise they may refuse to work on the boiler.

 

[wannocks]

I would suggest 50mm, or design a cabinet to be easily removed.

 

[r_c]

Thank you all. I have found a 700mm tall unit to fit the space.

Get your kitchen fitter to do it

Haha - I have enough trouble finding a kitchen fitter to fit a kitchen, let alone a single wall unit! Well, maybe I should give him a call ... worth a try at least ... he'll definitely do a cleaner job than I can.