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What’s a good method to organize and hide messy cables behind a desk or TV?
Offers solutions for tidying up the 'cable spaghetti' often found behind entertainment centers and computer workstations.
📅 Created: 4/23/2025, 10:42:43 PM
- Use Cable Ties/Straps, Sleeves, and Management Trays/Clips4
Description
A combination of bundling cables, routing them neatly, and concealing them provides a clean look.
Recipe/Instructions
- Unplug & Detangle: Unplug all cables (label them first if needed!) and untangle the mess.
- Bundle: Group cables running to the same general location (e.g., power cables together, signal cables together). Secure each bundle loosely with reusable Velcro cable ties or straps (avoid zip ties which can pinch).
- Route & Secure:
- Cable Clips: Use adhesive cable clips attached to the back of the desk or TV stand to guide bundled cables along a neat path.
- Management Tray/Box: Mount a cable management tray or box underneath the desk or behind the TV stand. Place power strips and bundled cables inside this container.
- Cable Sleeve: For bundles running a longer distance (e.g., from desk to wall), encase them in a flexible cable sleeve (split loom tubing or zippered neoprene sleeve) for a single, tidy look.
- Raceway (Optional): If cables need to run along a wall, use an adhesive cord cover raceway that sticks to the wall and hides the cables inside.
- Power Strip Management: Mount the power strip to the underside of the desk or the back of the furniture to keep it off the floor.
What makes the Dish Special
N/A - Combines multiple cable management tools for a comprehensive organization strategy.
📌 diy/commercial 🛠️ Velcro cable ties/straps, adhesive cable clips, cable management tray/box, cable sleeve, cord cover raceway (optional), power strip, mounting tape/screws (for tray/strip)4/23/2025, 10:42:43 PM
solution - Shorten Cable Lengths3
Description
Excess cable length is a primary contributor to mess. Using shorter cables where possible simplifies management.
Recipe/Instructions
- Assess the required length for each connection (e.g., HDMI from device to TV, USB from peripheral to computer).
- Purchase cables of the appropriate shorter length instead of using overly long ones.
- For power cords, consider using power strips with shorter built-in cords or specific short extension cords if needed.
- Having less slack makes bundling and hiding much easier.
What makes the Dish Special
N/A - Reduces the amount of cable that needs managing in the first place.
📌 commercial 🛠️ Shorter cables (HDMI, USB, power, etc. as needed)4/23/2025, 10:42:43 PM
solution - Use Furniture with Built-in Cable Management4
Description
Some desks and TV stands are designed with features specifically for hiding cables.
Recipe/Instructions
- When purchasing new furniture (desks, entertainment centers), look for models with built-in cable management features.
- These might include:
- Cutouts or grommets on the desktop/surface for cables to pass through.
- Integrated channels or trays underneath or along the back for routing cables.
- Hollow legs or compartments designed to conceal wires.
- Utilize these built-in features when setting up your electronics.
What makes the Dish Special
N/A - Integrates cable hiding directly into the furniture design for a seamless look.
📌 commercial 🛠️ Desk or TV stand with built-in cable management features4/23/2025, 10:42:43 PM
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