How to Hide TV Cables: In-Wall, Conduit or Cable Covers?

 Dangling cables ruin a clean TV wall. Compare in-wall, conduit and cover options for a neat TV wall mounting finish. Tips from Auztech Security, Melbourne.



How to Hide TV Cables: In-Wall, Conduit or Cable Covers?

You've chosen a beautiful TV, mounted it on the wall, and then you see it: a tangle of black cables hanging down. It ruins the whole look. Luckily, there are several ways to hide them. Here is how Auztech Security tidies cables on every TV wall mounting job.

Option 1: In-Wall Concealment

Cables run inside the wall cavity from the TV to a low outlet, so nothing is visible.

Pros: the cleanest, most professional look. Things to know: it needs the right access and compliant methods. Power should only be installed by a licensed electrician, and low-voltage cables such as HDMI and network have their own requirements.

Best for: new builds, renovations and walls with easy access.

Option 2: Conduit or Trunking

A slim channel is fixed to the wall and painted to match.

Pros: works on brick, concrete and difficult walls. Things to know: it's visible, but neat when painted.

Best for: rentals, brick walls and quick, tidy fixes.

Option 3: Cable Covers

Self-adhesive covers hide cables running down a wall.

Pros: cheap, simple, no cutting. Things to know: they're the least tidy option.

Best for: temporary set-ups.

Option 4: Furniture Routing

Place the TV above a sideboard so cables drop behind it.

Pros: no wall work. Things to know: works only with the right furniture and layout.

What to Think About First

  1. Wall type: plasterboard, brick and concrete need different solutions
  2. How many cables: power, HDMI, network and aerial
  3. Where your gear lives: soundbar, console, streaming box
  4. Future changes: can you add or replace a cable later?

Plan Ahead for the Best Result

If you're building or renovating, run cables before the walls close. Pre-wiring to the TV position means no cutting later, and it keeps everything compliant. Conduit within the wall also makes upgrades easy.

Add Sound and Signal

A clean wall is a great start for a better room. Many customers add a home theatre upgrade, a digital TV antenna check and strong network access points for smooth streaming.

One Visit, More Protection

While we're there, we can review your security camera installation and alarm systems Melbourne too. Customers across security systems Melbourne enjoy the convenience.

Quick FAQ

Can you hide cables on a brick wall? Yes, with painted conduit or surface-mounted solutions.

Will it damage my wall? We patch and finish neatly.

Get a Neat Finish

Request a free TV mounting quote.

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