I'm looking for some advice on how to run cables from my office to the garage, which share a wall. My current plan is to drill through the wall, avoiding any plumbing or electrical lines. I thought I'd cut a PVC pipe to size for housing the cables and cap it with a plastic head for easy access. However, I'm wondering if there's a better way to do this. My wife is also worried about how it will look, airflow, and the risk of accidentally hitting any existing pipes or wiring. What are some practical solutions?
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Just a heads-up, aren't the walls between garages and homes designed differently for fire safety? You might need to ensure you're compliant with that.
You might want to consider installing RJ45 jacks on both sides. That way, you can connect all your cables from inside the wall. Just be mindful if you're mixing different types of cables since this might complicate things a bit.
I'd recommend wire glands or wall grommets instead of PVC. You can use simple cable organizers too, like mesh wraps with velcro. For a more professional finish, consider conduit and junction boxes because they provide better protection against pests and insulation loss.
If you're looking for a cleaner look, using a combo wall plate for Ethernet and HDMI could work well. Power will need its own outlet, though. Do you have any outlets on your office side?
Yeah, I've got a few options there. But why go for Ethernet/HDMI plates instead of just using brush plates?
I get that, but I'm actually dealing with a mix of cables for my garage simulator like HDMI, power, and Ethernet. A standard jack won't cut it for me.