How to run an ethernet cable along the wall?

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Run An Ethernet Cable Along The Wall

Wires lying around the house not only spoil your fancy decor but also create a potential problem for the devices that are connected to the wires. 

Many people prefer using ethernet cables to connect to the internet. Ethernet is a popular choice because it will give you a faster connection than any Wifi can.

To use ethernet, you need to have cables connected to your devices and this is a major drawback. Many wires in the house lead to a lot of clutter.

Many people have now found different ways around this problem. One of them is running the ethernet cable along the wall.

However, there are many ways to do it correctly so that it does not lead to breakage or cable twisting. In this article, let us learn how to run an ethernet cable along the wall.


How to run an ethernet cable along the wall In Room?


1. Cable Clips

One of the easiest ways that you can connect the ethernet cable along the walls is by the use of cable clips.

Since many individual clips do not follow a set pattern, you can create your path. If you want to connect the cables in the areas of low access, then also these clips are a great idea. 

Just put the cable in the position that you want it to sit in making sure that there are no twists and bends in the cable.

Then you can take the pins and start placing the pins on the desired path. The result will be a new wire pathway that stays in place without slipping with the assistance of the pins.

If you ever need to change the path of the wire, you can easily take off the pins and change the path without taking off all the pins.

There are many benefits of using the cable clips as we have seen but there is also one drawback and that is the cable will still be naked, there will be no protection from external damage.


2. Floor cord covers

If you believe that you can only run the wire along the wall and the other portions of the wire should go overhead, you are mistaken.

You can safely also run the cable on the floor with the help of cord covers specially designed for use on the floor.

These cord covers not only make sure that you do not trip on the wires but also make sure that the wires are protected from damage.

There are many colors that you can choose when you go about shopping for floor cord covers to match your decor and flooring.

This will be helpful as the wires will not look out of place. For extra precaution, you should place these cord covers in the corners of the room.


3. Adhesive cord covers/ Raceways

These cord covers are generally used with a combination of cable clips and have a self-adhesive on the back to stick to the wall.

If you are thinking of keeping the cables away from the floor and want them to run overhead or just on the wall, then these covers are a great option.

These are generally small in length so that you can make your path to an extent. This also makes sure that the cord is not running naked which creates an extra protective covering for the cord.


4. PVC Cable Concealers

These are square concealers made of PVC and their cross-section is also generally square. This is for easy access and more room for the cable sitting inside. 

You can find this in many sizes to accommodate the length of different cables. Once installed, they can be painted to match the decor of your house without disrupting the aesthetics.

It keeps the wires fully covered and protected. You can also cut the cord cover according to the custom size that you may need.


5. Baseboard Cable Concealer

These cable covers closely resemble baseboards and this is why are the best bet for you if you are looking for something that seems totally invisible or closely matches the decor.

It is also rounded to resemble the moldings that you may already have on your walls and ceiling.


Conclusion


There are a lot of ways to run an ethernet cable along the wall. The least suitable thing to do is cramping the cable anywhere you deem fit without any protection. 

All the above options can help you make the most of your cable without disrupting the decor of your house. All of these are great options and you can choose based on your budget, decor, and protection standards.


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Falguni Rana is a technology writer who has expertise in software and hardware troubleshooting. She publishes how-to and troubleshooting guides for different apps, websites, games, and consumer hardware products.