Media Wall Guide
Hidden Cable Management: How We Route AV Wiring Safely Behind Timber Panels
Clean, invisible cable management is the detail that separates a premium bespoke media wall from a DIY flat-pack unit. Done correctly, you can add a new HDMI run or route a fibre-optic cable years after installation without touching the plasterwork.
How Internal Cable Tracks Are Built Into the Sub-Frame
During the workshop phase, we route 50mm–100mm diameter conduit channels through the internal stud-work before any panelling goes on. A dedicated service bay — a small hinged or push-to-open access panel, typically positioned near floor level — gives direct access to the cable runs after installation. Power sockets are recessed into the rear of TV alcoves so no cables are visible on the face of the wall. All cable pathways are documented in a hand-over note so you know exactly where every run exits.
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Future-Proofing for Technology You Have Not Bought Yet
We always install at least one spare conduit alongside the active AV runs. This costs almost nothing extra during the build phase but saves significant time and cost if you later want to add a soundbar feed, a games console connection, or a smart-home control hub. For clients in Virginia Water and Ascot who specify smart LED lighting, we also route low-voltage LED driver cabling through separate channels to avoid interference with AV signal cables.
FAQ
Common Questions
Can you route cables through a solid masonry wall?
Yes, using a chase-and-conduit method. We drill through the masonry, fit conduit, and make good. This is common in Berkshire period properties.
What happens to the cables if I upgrade my TV?
Your internal conduit runs remain in place indefinitely. You simply feed new cables through the existing channels — the wall is never disturbed.
Do you handle the electrical connections?
We handle all carpentry routing. A Part P-qualified electrician completes any live wiring — we coordinate this as part of the build.
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