VCE Brush Wall Plate Cable Pass Through, Single Gang Decorator Wall Cover for Low Voltage Cables, In-Wall Cable Management for Wall Mount TV, White

Why I reached for a brush wall plate

My latest home office refresh forced me to confront a familiar nemesis: cable chaos. I had dual monitors on an arm, a soundbar, and a small AV switcher mounted under the desk. I didn’t want a row of keystone jacks or a big open hole in the wall — just a clean passthrough that would hide the mess and let me pull different cables as gear changed. That’s exactly the job the VCE brush wall plate is built to do, and it’s the route I took.

What it is

This is a single‑gang, decorator‑style pass‑through wall plate with a dense brush insert. It’s designed for low‑voltage runs — HDMI, coax, speaker wire, optical, Ethernet — and it ships as a 2‑pack in white. The plate and insert are made from flame‑retardant plastic. You’ll need a standard low‑voltage mounting bracket (not included), and then it installs just like any decorator outlet. The brush acts like a curtain: it hides the opening, tidies the look, and lets you pull mixed cables without committing to specific ports.

Build quality and design

The overall fit and finish are solid. The plastic is stiff without feeling brittle, edges are clean, and the white color is a neutral “device white” that blends with typical modern plates. The brush density is the highlight — it’s tight enough to conceal the hole and visually disappear once the cables are in place, but still flexible enough that HDMI heads and RJ45 connectors slide through without snagging. After several passes, I didn’t get shedding or a “bent forever” look from the bristles; a quick finger comb returns them to a straight line.

The faceplate is standard decorator size, which means you can swap it for a screwless decorator cover from your favorite brand if you want a seamless look. Out of the box, the included cover is perfectly serviceable; the screws are Phillips and slightly brighter than some of my other plates, which matters only if you’re obsessive about matching hardware. The insert sits flush when installed correctly and doesn’t telegraph uneven drywall edges the way cheaper pass‑through rings sometimes can.

Installation: genuinely straightforward

I cut two single‑gang openings and used low‑voltage “old work” brackets to anchor the plates. From start to finish — measure, cut, set brackets, fish lines, attach plates — the job took well under an hour.

A few tips from the process:
- Orientation matters. The brush insert has a correct top/bottom so the cover sits flat. If you see a gap on one edge, flip the insert 180 degrees and reattach.
- Don’t overtighten. It’s tempting to crank down on the screws to draw the plate tight to imperfect drywall. Snug is enough; overtightening can warp the plate or stress the insert.
- Plan your cable order. Run your thickest connectors first (usually HDMI or coax), then layer slimmer cables. Leave enough slack on both sides so the bristles aren’t constantly flexed at sharp angles.
- Use a pull string. I dropped a length of paracord through first; it made adding one more cable later a 30‑second job.

Worth repeating: this is for low‑voltage only. Don’t run AC mains through a brush plate. If you need in‑wall power behind a TV, use a code‑compliant recessed power kit that routes to a proper junction point.

Everyday use

The VCE plate excels at the thing it’s meant to do: make a hole in your wall look intentional. With two HDMI, one Toslink, and one Cat6 passing through my lower plate, the bristles still closed neatly around the bundle. Up top, a single HDMI and power feed (handled by a separate recessed power kit) sit behind the TV mount. The overall effect is tidy and unobtrusive. If I upgrade to a different source or add a streaming puck, I can snake a new cable without pulling the plate or punching new holes.

There’s also a practical serviceability advantage versus hard‑terminating HDMI at a jack: you’re not subjecting the signal to another interconnect point or the quirks of an active keystone. If a cable fails or becomes too short, I replace it end‑to‑end.

Compatibility and fit

• Brackets: The insert aligns with standard single‑gang low‑voltage brackets. I used a typical “old work” style with flip‑out ears. Everything lined up, and the decorator cover squared up nicely.
• Covers: Because the insert is a standard decorator module, you can use third‑party decorator plates — including screwless versions — if you want to match the rest of your room.
• Cable headroom: I comfortably passed two full‑size HDMI plugs side‑by‑side. Stubbier molded boots are easiest; oversized strain‑relief heads will fit, but you’ll want to angle them through one at a time.
• Wall thickness: No issues in 1/2-inch drywall over studs. There’s enough depth clearance that the insert doesn’t foul on the bracket.

What I like

• Clean look without committing to specific ports. Ideal for wall‑mounted displays and flexible home‑office setups.
• Brush density is well‑judged: it hides the opening yet doesn’t fight normal connectors.
• Standard decorator format. Easy to match room aesthetics or go screwless later.
• Simple, forgiving install. A good first DIY for anyone comfortable with a drywall saw.
• Flame‑retardant materials and generally sturdy construction. It doesn’t feel flimsy or prone to cracking.

What could be better

• No included low‑voltage bracket. That’s common for this category, but it’s an extra line item first‑timers might not anticipate.
• The included screws have a different look than many of my existing plates. If you’re fussy about matchy‑matchy hardware or you’re mixing brands, consider swapping the cover for a screwless decorator plate.
• Brush plates don’t seal air. If you’re trying to improve air sealing between conditioned and unconditioned spaces, you’ll still have a small pathway. A foam gasket behind the plate helps, but it won’t be airtight.
• Not for AC power. That’s by design and code‑compliant, but it does mean you’ll need a separate in‑wall power solution if you want a single tidy bay behind a TV.

Alternatives and when to pick them

• Keystone plates with HDMI/Ethernet/coax modules: Choose these if you want a “hotel room” look with labeled ports and don’t plan to change the setup often. The trade‑off is more termination points and less flexibility when swapping cable types.
• Simple trim rings or open pass‑throughs: Slightly easier to pull cables, but they look unfinished and collect dust. I prefer the brush for any visible location.
• Grommet‑style bulkhead plates: Work well for one or two thick cables but don’t adapt as gracefully to mixed bundles.

For most living rooms, bedrooms, and home offices, the VCE brush wall plate hits the right balance of polished appearance and future‑proof flexibility.

Durability and maintenance

After repeated passes during setup and a couple of later tweaks, the bristles still spring back and the insert remains snug in the frame. Wipe‑down cleaning doesn’t catch or shed. As with any white plate, scuffs show more readily than on almond or black; a melamine sponge takes care of incidental marks. The 2‑pack is convenient: you’ll likely want one plate near your device stack and another behind your wall‑mounted TV or monitor.

Practical tips

• Cut conservatively. A tight rectangular opening keeps the bracket secure and prevents the plate from revealing sloppy drywall edges.
• Leave a service loop. An extra foot or two of cable tucked in the wall cavity makes gear swaps less annoying.
• Label each end. If you’re running multiple HDMI or speaker lines, a label on both sides saves confusion later.
• Double‑check insert orientation before snugging down the cover. It really does determine whether the faceplate sits perfectly flush.

Recommendation

I recommend the VCE brush wall plate for anyone who wants a clean, professional‑looking way to manage low‑voltage cables through a wall without locking into specific ports. It’s easy to install, the brush density hides the mess while staying functional, and the standard decorator format lets you match your existing hardware or upgrade to screwless covers. The lack of an included low‑voltage bracket is a minor inconvenience, and you’ll need a separate in‑wall power solution for AC, but those are standard realities for this category. For home theaters, wall‑mounted TVs, and flexible workspaces, this plate delivers exactly what it should: tidy, adaptable cable management with minimal fuss.