We had a general sense of where we wanted to go and just started installing the channels. We originally didn’t spend too much time planning out our route. You will need to figure out a route that works with your wall, the length of your power cord, and the unique cord concealing pieces available in the kit you choose. Whether you go up and over, down and around, or straight across like we did, each layout will require different lengths and turns. From the Mantel to the Outletįor any wall, there are likely several different ways you can route your cords from the mantel to the outlet. If you don’t have anything on your mantel, you will likely want to continue the track, turning toward the outlet and running parallel to the mantel. We didn’t bother hiding the cords at the base of this one vertical track since we have a sound bar on the mantel that hides the unsightly wires. As such, we opted for this 13′ track that better accommodated all the turns we needed to make. However, this fireplace installation was very different because of the distance and bends. In our last home, we had great luck with this single cable raceway because it fit lots of cords (e.g., HDMI cable, ethernet, etc) in a single track. Are there any corners to navigate around? If so, be sure to pick a kit that has corner covers for all the different directions you need.Do you need to cover a long distance? Look for one that has multiple sections like the one we used for this fireplace installation. How far do you need the cord concealer to run? Do you have a short, straight stretch (like in our Virginia Family Room)? A single raceway will be enough.How many cords need to fit through the raceway? – 1 or 2 cords? A smaller cord track will be sufficient.The best choice for your particular setup will primarily depend on these things: In most homes, there are no secret channels or built-in compartments above a fireplace to run these cables through…leaving them very visible right at eye level.īefore diving into the step-by-step tutorial, let me quickly chat about what particular product you should use to conceal your cords. In fact, unless there is an electrical outlet installed right above the fireplace, you will most likely be faced with having to run cords from the television down to any components (e.g., speakers, video game consoles, etc), as well as to a power source. But without a piece of furniture (e.g., media stand, console table, cabinet) directly below the television, the usual cord problems are significantly exacerbated. Functionally-speaking, a wall mount can save on floor space and make the television viewable across the entire room. Mounting a flat screen TV above a fireplace has lots of pros and cons…both functionally and aesthetically. Step 4 – Place Junction & Corner Covers.
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