The Ultimate Guide to Hiding TV Wires

You've bought a beautiful 4K TV and mounted it on the wall. But now, a cascade of black cords functions as an eyesore against your paint. Here is how professionals handle wire concealment.

1. In-Wall Concealment (The Cleanest Look)

This involves cutting two holes in the drywall—one behind the TV and one near the floor outlet—and running low-voltage cables (HDMI, Ethernet, Optical) inside the wall. Safety Warning: strict electrical codes apply here. You generally cannot run a standard TV power cord inside the wall; it is a fire hazard. You must use an in-wall rated power kit (like PowerBridge) or have an outlet installed behind the TV by an electrician.

2. Paintable Raceways (The Condo Solution)

If you live in a condo with concrete walls or rent an apartment where you can't cut drywall, raceways are the answer. These are plastic channels that stick to the wall and cover the cords. We recommend painting them the same color as your wall to help them blend in. It's not invisible, but it's neat and organized.

3. One Connect Box (Samsung The Frame)

Samsung's 'The Frame' TV uses a single, thin, transparent cable that carries both power and data to a separate box. This allows you to mount the TV flush and hide the box in a cabinet or media unit nearby, offering a truly wire-free aesthetic without cutting major holes.

Ready to banish cables for good? Book a wire concealment service with us today!