How to build a covering for hoses and meters outside?
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Hello, here's one video I found t.. You'd need to take the measurements of the area that needs to be covered and then buid a frame. Different materials could be used for the main pieces such as trellis, paneling, etc.
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=98W3v6QBoaE
And here's some hose storage ideas..
https://blog.gardenloversclub.com/gardens/store-your-garden-hose/
Maybe some of these ideas will inspire you to create something unique of your own design.
Hi! maybe this will help!
https://www.bobvila.com/slideshow/7-ways-to-hide-the-ugly-things-your-house-can-t-do-without-49997#recycling-bins
I found a few ideas for you
https://www.bobvila.com/slideshow/7-ways-to-hide-the-ugly-things-your-house-can-t-do-without-49997
https://www.hayneedle.com/tips-and-ideas/hiding-outdoor-eyesores/
I use large pots for my garden hose. Be careful and check with your utility company about covering meters. Our surburban home is checked by satellite so we have to make sure there is nothing in the way of the meter while our farmhouse is still manually checked by a meter reader so we could put up a lattice wall.
Plants are always a great way to hide things outside. Or, add a trellis.
I also painted my meter the color of the wall it was on. It made it really blend.
Be careful obscuring or blocking a meter. Legally, a utility has a right to access it. That means they can cut down a shrub, walk over plants, etc. if access is blocked. Most will try not to damage your property so it is better to trick the eye by planting in front of the utility if you want a shrub, but, leave access behind it. You can paint the metal parts to blend in, or stand out. I saw a great one painted like a flamingo, once. Digging around a gas line is dangerous and you should always call to have an underground utility marked. If you don't, and you damage the line, it can be dangerous and expensive. 811 is the number that is usually called. They have a time frame to come in and mark it. Some locators use flags or spray paint for marking the ground where the line is coming into your property. Find out what to expect from your utility company. Good luck and stay safe!
Hi there.
You could ,make a 4 sided box the size you need to cover the offending items ( Base and 4 sides) The base will become your front and the others the bottom, top and 2 sides of the cover. to fit this item on to a wall, add a batten. I would then fix a piano hinge to the batten and the top of the box edge, so you could lift it up as required, or ofcourse you could add a batten to each side and fit a hinge on one and a closure on the other. I would suggest you also write on the front Meters & Hose!
Best wishes.
A friend built something like this https://www.pinterest.com/pin/160722280436589655
I have a very easy & affordable tutorial: https://bachelorettepadflip.com/2017/07/03/covering-an-ugly-ac-unit-for-25/