Access Covers
HIDE Access Covers provide an elegant solution for concealing service points in outdoor areas while ensuring both security and protection. With a discreet design, they can only be lifted using a safety key, offering peace of mind for property owners.
Available sizes in Europe:
206, 306, 412, 506 and 656mm (all square sizes).
Suitable for tile, stone, paver, decking inlay and 40mm depth kits are also suited for concrete infill. (Concrete conversion parts are included in 40mm Kits)
Understanding HIDE Product Categories
While HIDE Kits are categorised on our website as Skimmer Lids, Access Covers, Utility Covers, or Drain Covers, it's important to understand that all HIDE Covers are access covers at their core—designed to provide safe, seamless access to what lies beneath.
For example, our popular Skimmer Lid Kits (Product Codes HSL306 and HSL412) are perfectly suited to standard swimming pool skimmer boxes. However, they are not limited to that purpose. These same covers can be used anywhere in your landscape where a compact, discreet access point is needed—making them ideal for irrigation points, lighting junctions, or inspection service points.
Similarly, Drain Covers (Product Code HDC314) with a 5mm gap around the circumference of the lid for water flow, provides both aesthetic appeal and easy access to the drainage pipe for cleaning and maintenance. And our Utility Covers (HAC506 and HAC656) are simply larger format access covers—ideal for service pits, junction boxes or concealed storage.
In short:
The product names reflect common use cases and sizing standards, not limitations. You’re free to select the HIDE Cover size and depth that best suits your project’s needs—regardless of how it’s labelled.
Access Covers
Applications include:
- Pool skimmer boxes
- Inspection openings (IO) & bolted trap screws (BTS)
- Water table pipes and balance tanks
- Taps, valves, meters and irrigation systems
- Electrical junction boxes
- Termite bait stations
- Removable fixture mounts and brackets
Integrating HIDE Covers from the initial stages of your landscape design ensures a seamless, functional finish. These covers are designed for pedestrian traffic only.
Available sizes:
206, 306, 412, 506 and 656mm square.
Suitable for tile, stone, paver, decking inlay and concrete infill.
Hidden Services
HIDE Access Covers are the perfect solution for concealing external plumbing service points, offering a sleek and seamless finish that blends effortlessly with your surrounding surfaces. By incorporating your chosen inlay material, HIDE Covers eliminate the visual disruption of traditional access points, creating a clean and sophisticated look.
Aesthetic Integrity
Designed with durability and functionality in mind, HIDE Access Covers provide easy access for maintenance while maintaining the aesthetic integrity of outdoor spaces.
Blend Seamlessly
Homeowners invest in beautiful outdoor entertaining areas and don’t want unsightly plastic service caps disrupting the aesthetic.
Unlike traditional screw-down plastic caps, HIDE Access Covers seamlessly blend into the surrounding surface, creating a clean, uninterrupted finish. Not only do they enhance the visual appeal, but they also eliminate trip hazards, ensuring the area is as safe as it is stylish.
Product features and benefits
- Flush Finish Design
Seamlessly integrates into surrounding surfaces like tiles, concrete, or pavers, delivering a sleek, unobtrusive look that enhances alfresco and patio spaces. - Durable Construction
Crafted from premium marine-grade 316 stainless steel, ensuring exceptional durability and resistance to wear, even in harsh outdoor environments. - Customizable Inlay Options
The system supports the installation of matching surrounding surface materials for a cohesive and aesthetically pleasing finish. - Easy Installation
An innovative, award-winning design simplifies installation, offering secure and precise install with minimal effort. - Safety First
Flush-fitting design eliminates trip hazards, making it safe for high-traffic alfresco and patio areas. - Chemical and Corrosion Resistance
316 stainless steel resists corrosion, but regular cleaning and rinsing with fresh water is required. Avoid any exposure to acids. - Built to Last
Engineered to endure extreme weather conditions when installed correctly, with expansion gaps ensuring long-term performance. - Lockable System
A simple and fail-safe locking mechanism prevents unauthorised access to service points, maintaining safety and security. - Range of Depths
Available in various depths to accommodate a wide range of inlay materials, ensuring versatility for different surface finishes. - 10-Year Warranty
All HIDE stainless steel products are backed by a 10-year warranty, offering peace of mind and confidence in their longevity.
Creative hardscapes
HIDE Access Covers aren't just for service points – they’re a gateway to creativity!
From concealing functional elements like plumbing to creating unique features, the possibilities are endless. One customer transformed their tiled deck into a party-perfect cooler, using a HIDE Access Cover as a seamless lid. At gatherings, they simply remove the cover to reveal a cooler filled with drinks, blending practicality with fun.
With HIDE, you can cover almost anything, combining functionality with a sleek, custom finish that fits your space perfectly.
HIDE has it covered
The HIDE 60mm Kit demonstrates exceptional versatility, accommodating pavers up to 60mm thick with ease. Designed for seamless integration, it ensures a flawless finish across diverse hardscape applications, from elegant residential patios to high-traffic commercial walkways. By perfectly blending with the surrounding surface, HIDE Access Covers provide both functionality and refined aesthetics, elevating the built environment in any project.
Enhancing the built environment
HIDE Access Covers are designed to seamlessly enhance the built environment by combining functionality with unmatched aesthetics. Perfect for residential and commercial spaces, they discreetly conceal inspection points while maintaining accessibility, creating a visually cohesive and practical outdoor solution. With their sleek design and adaptability, HIDE Access Covers elevate the quality and appearance of any hardscape project.
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Care & Maintenance
With a little routine care, your HIDE Cover will stay clean, corrosion-free, and beautifully seamless for years to come. Our Care & Maintenance page walks you through the do’s and don’ts—like avoiding harsh chemicals, preventing tea-staining, and using the right cleaning tools. Click to discover how easy it is to keep your HIDE Cover in top condition.
Electrical Compliance
For safety and peace of mind, it's important to ensure your HIDE Cover installation complies with local electrical regulations, including bonding or earthing where required. Our Electrical Compliance page offers helpful advice, explains when bonding may be necessary, and points you to local guidelines so you can stay compliant and confident on-site.
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