Keku clips are concealed, two-part panel fittings used to hang bath panels, boxing-in, plinths and access panels with no visible screws – and to take them off again without tools. There are two types on sale at Fixing King: Keku EH drop-on and Keku AS push-in. They look similar, but they fit in different ways. This guide explains the difference, which one suits your job and how to fit them.
Keku EH vs Keku AS At A Glance
| Keku EH Drop-On | Keku AS Push-In | |
|---|---|---|
| How the panel goes on | Hooked on and lowered onto the frame part | Pushed straight onto the frame part |
| How it comes off | Lift up and off | Pull straight off |
| Parts per set | Frame component + panel component | Frame component + panel component |
| Load | See product page | 20kg per pair of fittings |
| Material / colour | Black | Makrolon polycarbonate, black |
| Typical uses | Concealed panels, washroom storage, hiding electric boxes, boxing-in | Bath panels, pipe boxing, ceilings, wardrobes, kitchen units, cavity doors |
| Pack sizes | 1 to 500 | 1 to 500 |
When To Choose Keku EH Drop-On Fittings
Choose Keku EH where you have room above the panel to lift it on and off. The panel hooks onto the frame parts and its own weight holds it down, which makes it quick to hang and easy to line up. It is a favourite for boxing in pipework, hiding consumer units and electric boxes, and for removable panels on bathroom and washroom storage.
When To Choose Keku AS Push-In Fittings
Choose Keku AS where the panel must come straight towards you – for example a bath panel under a lip, a kitchen plinth or a panel in a tight recess with no space to lift it. The panel part pushes into the frame part and pulls out again, and each pair is rated at 20kg. The parts are surface mounted and suit the 32mm borehole system used in cabinets.
How To Fit Keku Panel Clips
- Plan the positions. Use at least four pairs on a rectangular panel, near the corners and evenly spaced, adding more on long or heavy panels.
- Fix the frame components to the batten, carcass or framework with suitable screws, making sure they all line up.
- Fix the panel components to the back of the panel in matching positions. Measure carefully from a common edge so every pair engages at once.
- Offer up the panel. For Keku EH, hook the panel on and lower it into place; for Keku AS, push it straight on until it seats.
- Check the fit. The panel should sit tight with no rattle. Remove and refit once to make sure it releases cleanly.
Common Mistakes To Avoid
- Too few fittings: two pairs on a large panel lets the corners bow and rattle. Four pairs is the minimum for a rectangular panel.
- Measuring from different edges: mark every frame and panel part from the same reference edge, or the panel will only engage on some clips.
- Weak backing: screw the frame parts into solid timber battens or carcass sides, not into plasterboard alone.
- No access plan: on bath panels, leave enough room around the panel to lift (EH) or pull (AS) it off once the bath is sealed and tiled.
Need More Strength Or A Zero Gap?
For heavier wall panels, ceiling panels or joints with no gap, look at Button-Fix. Our guide Button-Fix Type 1 vs Type 2 vs Type 3 explains which to use, and How To Fit Button-Fix covers fitting. For kitchen plinths on 30mm legs, our kitchen plinth clips are another simple option.
See every hidden fixing we stock in Invisible Panel Fixings and Keku Clips.
Frequently Asked Questions
What Is The Difference Between Keku EH And Keku AS?
Both are two-part concealed panel fittings with a frame component and a panel component. Keku EH is a drop-on (hook-on) fitting: the panel is lowered onto the frame part and lifted off for access. Keku AS is a push-in fitting: the panel is pushed straight onto the frame part and pulled off again. Our Keku AS fittings are rated at 20kg per pair.
How Many Keku Clips Do I Need Per Panel?
Use at least four pairs (four frame parts and four panel parts) for a rectangular panel, and more on large or heavy panels so the load is spread.
Are Keku Clips Good For Bath Panels?
Yes. Bath panels and pipe boxing are among the most common uses, because the panel stays firmly in place but can be removed without tools to reach the bath trap, pipes or pump.
Do Keku Clips Need Special Tools?
No. The parts are surface mounted with screws, and panels are fitted and removed by hand.
Keku Or Button-Fix: Which Should I Use?
Keku is a simple, low-cost choice for removable access panels and plinths. Button-Fix offers higher rated loads (for example Type 1 up to 200kg on a wall panel with four fixes) and specialist versions for zero-gap, 90° and push-on/pull-off joints.