A cable-free appearance starts with a connection plan. List what will connect to the TV now and what you expect to add later. A streaming box, game console and soundbar may all need different routes or access points.
Choose where devices will live
Decide whether each device belongs behind the screen, on a shelf or in a cabinet. Think about access to buttons and plugs as well as appearance. Take a photo of the TV’s connection panel before it becomes difficult to see.
For a moving mount, describe the positions you expect to use. Cables need a route that accommodates the movement without being trapped. That is a different plan from bundling everything tightly behind a fixed screen.
Compare the two common approaches
- In-wall routing: useful where the wall, access and chosen cable products permit the route.
- A surface cover: useful when opening the wall is unsuitable or when accessible changes are a priority.
Neither option is automatically right for every installation. Fire blocking, insulation, masonry and the locations of the entry and exit points can affect the work. Ask what openings or surface attachments the proposed solution requires.
Do not treat a power cord like a signal cable
ESFI’s extension-cord guidance says not to run extension cords through walls or substitute them for permanent wiring. Have a suitable power arrangement assessed instead; do not improvise mains wiring behind the screen.
Tell your installer whether you want a new installation or wire hiding for a TV that is already mounted. Fort Worth TV Mounting offers both, with the final route based on your wall and existing setup.