Asked on Dec 13, 2017

Winter interior Air Conditioner Covers?

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Would like some decorative ideas on covering an interior 'through the wall' air conditioner as seen in the photo Thanks

q winter interior air conditioner covers

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Larry H
on Dec 13, 2017

I took the cover off to insulate. I'm actually removing the unit in the spring (we got central air) and installing a window, but need a temporary decorative cover up for the winter. Maybe something festive? Thanks

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- Susan K Mullins
  on Dec 15, 2017
  
  cover it with burlap fabric and use it use it as a photograph wall 😊
  
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Naomie Moore aka baileyanddaisey, Castaic CA
on Dec 13, 2017

Another Hometalkers did this . . .

https://www.hometalk.com/23362068/air-conditioner-dresser-a-wood-cozy-for-your-a-c-

Would this work for you?

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- Naomie Moore aka baileyanddaisey, Castaic CA
  on Dec 15, 2017
  
  Ok, got it. How about covering with a bulletin board. Use festive holiday paper to cover the cork. Pin greeting cards to it?
  
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Nancy Turner
on Dec 13, 2017

I would wrap it in plastic first to keep any moisture out, then with a thick fabric and cover it with a more aesthetic fabric. I would cover it like you were wrapping a gift, but only the top of the box. You could put some kind of ribbon or attractive cording to hold it on that goes with your décor.

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Amanda
on Dec 13, 2017

Hi Larry.

Could you put up a curtain rod and add a nice curtain? I would mount the rod high and use a ceiling to floor curtain to make it look like a big window.

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- Colleen wilkerson
  on Dec 15, 2017
  
  Hi. I like this idea, but my air conditioner's right under ( in the center ) a large window. Do you have a suggestion for this?
  
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Rosie
on Dec 14, 2017

Can you place a nice big picture over it, like the canvas prints that are a wrap around frame, making the picture stand out from the wall an inch or so. The picture could be any size larger than the opening for the AC.

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- Larry H
  on Dec 15, 2017
  
  Excellent thinking
  
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Tami Stone
on Dec 14, 2017

Put a framed mirror over it. Make a faux windo & put short or long curtains over it.

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- Larry H
  on Dec 15, 2017
  
  Good idea. Going to be a real window in the Spring
  
  Thanks
  
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NancyMaria
on Dec 15, 2017

I was going to say wrap like a gift, already posted. But what ever you finally decide, DO cover the insulation, many people are allergic to fiberglass insulation. For fun you could always cover with a box and an x of Caution tape with "under construction".

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Larry H
on Dec 15, 2017

Thanks very much. All great ideas. I'll post an update when finished.

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Larry H
on Dec 15, 2017

Think I'm going to put plastic wrap over it and go for the curtain and rod idea, Thanks again for all the great ideas.

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Naisy.daisy69
on Dec 15, 2017

something like a bathroom mirror cabinet.

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Nilsa Cintron
on Dec 31, 2017

My version of an air conditioning cover

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