Stumbled on a neat trick for securing cables in attic spaces

I was up in a hot attic running lines for a new home theater. The insulation was loose and cables kept slipping. Then I remembered to use adhesive-backed clips stuck to the rafters. It holds everything in place without damaging the structure. I've used this on three jobs now and it makes a big difference. Why didn't I think of this sooner? It makes the install look pro and keeps things tidy.

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the_john1d ago

My attic has the same loose insulation issue. Those adhesive clips on the rafters fixed it right up. Makes future changes a breeze compared to drilling.

troyc171d ago

I always drilled little hooks up there (seemed more permanent), but your adhesive clip idea actually sounds way cleaner for future changes.

robin8961d ago

Man, that's so true. I feel like we all get stuck on the "permanent" solution first, even when something simpler works better. Like using a ton of cords instead of just moving the router, lol.

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