How to Make an Inexpensive and Highly Functional "Smurf" Tube to Hide TV Cables Why Cables and cords hanging down from your TV, whether they're power cables, HDMI, cable TV/internet, etc. are just ugly. They take away from the crisp, clean look of a wall-mounted flat-screen. This guide will help you install a great way to hide all those cables that will cost less than the off-the-shelf options at the store. This method works best if you're still in the construction phase, whether it's a new home, finishing a basement, or doing a remodel, but could also be used on an existing wall if you're willing to cut out the drywall to install and then repair the drywall afterwards. How Here's what you'll need: 1.25” PVC pipe (as long as needed) 1.25” PVC pipe union (1) 18 gauge / "1 gang" electrical boxes (2) PVC pipe glue Hole-saw (1 3/4”) Drill (cordless or corded) Saw (or other way to cut PVC pipe and union) Flexible Opening Wall Plates (2) Note:...
