If you're installing a flat-screen TV but want to avoid the hassle and expense of running cables behind a wall, then look no further than the Wiring Solution. The Wiring Solution allows you to surface-route cables from a home theater unit up to a flat panel screen, by covering the cord run and blending it almost seamlessly into your wall. In addition to looking great, the Wiring Solution is also simple to install … it requires minimal tools and supplies, and can be tackled even by those home theater buffs who don't have much DIY experience!
Budget Estimate: $40 - $80 for a Wiring Solution kit; up to $50 for additional tools and supplies.
STEP 1
Wall mounted flat television/ height set for Wire Channel
STEP 2
Position and level Wire Channel
STEP 3
With Wire Channel held in position, place the provided screws into the pre-drilled holes and screw into sheetrock wall. Then remove screws. NOTE: For articulating wall mount applications a 3rd screw is provided and may be installed at the top of the channel by drilling a new hole and performing this same task.
STEP 4
With the holes made by the mounting screws, carefully tap ALLIGATOR® wall anchors into screw holes and flush with wall surface.
(ALLIGATOR is a worldwide registered trademark of Mechanical Plastics Corp. U.S. Patent nos. 4,752,160 and 5,161,296; and foreign counterparts.)
STEP 5
Insert audio/video and power cables into the channels by slipping the wires under the wire retainer flaps. This will hold the cables in place during the remaining installation process.
STEP 6
Position the Wire Channel and index screws into wall anchor holes. Hand tighten to a snug fit. Do not over tighten.
STEP 7
Caulking the edges of the Wire Channel is optional. This makes for a more seamless look when painted.
STEP 8
Paint Wire Channel with your room color paint.
NOTE:Wire Channel may be pre-painted as an option.
STEP 9
Completed surface mount Wire Channel ready for final connections to components and electrical powers.