TV unit installation Soweto

A media wall is a built-in feature that houses the TV, sound bar, consoles and storage in one designed unit, often with panelling, lighting and concealed cable runs. It is built by a carpenter and finished to match the room.

Fitting a ready-made floating unit costs about R600 to R1,500 in labour in Soweto. A custom built floating unit starts from around R4,000, while a full media wall with panelling and lighting typically runs from R12,000 upwards.

Yes. The carpenter cuts cable access in the back panel and, where the wall allows, chases a conduit behind the plaster so power and HDMI run out of sight. Power points may need an electrician.

Yes, if it is fixed to solid brick with the right anchors or into studs on a dry wall. Most floating units are designed to carry 40 to 80 kg spread across the unit, but the carpenter should confirm the fixing method for your wall.

Many carpenters will mount the TV bracket when they fit the unit, especially for a media wall where the bracket position is planned into the design. Confirm this when booking so the bracket is on hand.