Speaker cables

[D5ACT]

Hi All

Total novice at HiFi stuff but I have what will seem like a basic question. We are having all our rooms boarded and skimmed so I intend to fit some speaker cable for the surround sound. I'm also going to run some into the kitchen just in case I want to install speakers.

Question is: Do I need to put speaker cable in conduit? Can't see why but one of my mates says that I need to. Also any tips on the cable I should use?

Cheers

Chris

[dundarach]

I guess you could always upgrade if in trunking..?

[garycat]

Only mains cable needs to go in conduit.

[allgonepetetong]

If you are running cables in the wall to be plastered over, then yes, run it in conduit.

It makes it easier to install, replace and I have heard of plaster degrading the cable insulation over time.

[Plotloss]

If it's going to be dot and dab then run it in capping.

It's not strictly necessary but it will provide an element of protection should someone hit it with a drill.

[D5ACT]

All good advice. I'll definatly get some conduit on the shopping list too.

Many thanks

Chris