Access Panels & Hatches

Keep essential services within easy reach with our range of access panels. Designed for quick entry to plumbing, electrics or ducting behind walls and ceilings, these panels can be integrated into plastered surfaces to offer a neat finish, without compromising on practicality. Whether you’re working on a new build or upgrading existing systems, you’ll find the right access panel to suit the job here.

Q: What types of access panels do you offer?

A: We stock a range of access panels suitable for various uses:

• Standard Access Panels: Ideal for general use in walls and ceilings, providing easy access to services.

• Fire-Rated Access Panels: Designed to maintain fire integrity for up to 1 hour, suitable for areas requiring compliance with fire safety regulations.

• Plasterboard Access Panels: Featuring a plasterboard face for seamless integration into plastered surfaces, ensuring a discreet finish.

• Metal Access Panels: Robust and durable, suitable for areas where additional strength is required.

All our panels come in various sizes, including 300x300mm, 450x450mm, and 600x600mm, to suit different project requirements.

Q: Where can access panels be installed?

A: Access panels are versatile and can be installed in:

• Ceilings: Providing access to electrical, plumbing, or HVAC systems.

• Walls: Allowing maintenance access to concealed services like valves, meters, or junction boxes.

They are suitable for both residential and commercial settings, ensuring compliance with building regulations and facilitating easy maintenance.

Q: What sizes are available for access panels?

A: We offer access panels in a variety of sizes to accommodate different needs:

• Small Access Panels: 300x300mm, suitable for tight spaces or minimal access requirements.

• Medium Access Panels: 450x450mm, a common choice for general applications.

• Large Access Panels: 600x600mm, ideal for areas requiring more substantial access.

Custom sizes may also be available upon request to meet specific project demands.

Q: Do you offer fire-rated access panels?

A: Yes, we provide fire-rated access panels that maintain fire integrity for up to 1 hour. These panels are essential in areas where fire safety compliance is critical, such as escape routes, service risers, and compartments housing fire safety equipment.

Q: Can access panels be painted or finished to match the surrounding surface?

A: Absolutely. Our plasterboard access panels are designed to blend seamlessly with the surrounding surface. Metal access panels can also be painted to match the décor, ensuring a discreet finish.

Q: Do you offer delivery for access panels?

A: Yes, we provide delivery services for all our access panels. Delivery options and timescales can be found on our website or by contacting your local JT Atkinson branch.