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Wall mounted TV and asymmetrical radiator nightmare!

9 years ago

What can we do? I hate that the rad is not in the centre; that there is an ugly sky box..how can we hide it but make it simple? We have already moved the sockets twice...and this bracket for the skybox is so revolting it has to go...help please!

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OnePlan
9 years ago
Try adding a Jali.co.uk radiator cover and bookcase under the tv - you can go on their website and design them to suit the size of the radiator and make the shelving match - for all your gadgets and DVDs etc - will look neater !!!
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