As essential as it is, Wi-Fi can be pretty erratic.
Check out the ideas below to build yourself a Wi-Fi extender.
Some are so easy to make, they’ll take less than ten minutes.
Plus, it runs on highly customizable software.
Check out theInstructables guideto complete this project.
Looking to make use of your improved wireless connectivity for Internet of Things ideas?
Here are someRaspberry Pi IoT projectsyou might be excited to build.
Skewer and Can Wi-Fi Extender
Need a quick fix for your laggy internet?
DIY this skewer and can Wi-Fi extender to save the day.
Check out how to build it in theInstructables guide.
Cantenna Wi-Fi Extender
For another quick fix for laggy internet, try building the Cantenna!
Because it’s built using a can?
Still don’t get it?
Never mind, let’s get back to the DIY Wi-Fi extender project.
Stainless Steel Strainer Wi-Fi Extender
Do you prefer DIY projects that use regular household items?
You will love this one.
It turns your kitchen strainer into a Wi-Fi extender.
We would have argued it’s impossible, but there’s even a video of it in action.
Plus, it’s cheap: it costs about 20 bucks and is easy to build.
It should take you no more than an hour.
The DIY instructions are featured in theInstructables guide.
The uni-directional Wi-Fi range extender built in thisInstructables projectis just what you need.
It turns a metal strainer into a Wi-Fi repeater that extends the signal right from the source.
Just drill a 12-inch hole in the middle of the strainer and insert your Ethernet cable.
Then apply some glue and let it cure for about 24 hours.
This should boost your Wi-Fi speed instantly.
Cheap Wi-Fi Range Extender for IoT
Prefer a far more sophisticated DIY solution for a Wi-Fi repeater?
This cheap Wi-Fi range extender for Internet of Things projects fits the description.
It can extend your Wi-Fi range from a mere 20 feet up to 310 feet.
That’s a significant difference!
Portable Solar Powered Wi-Fi Extender
This portable solar-powered Wi-Fi extender is for you if you are about sustainability.
As the name implies, it’s solar-powered.
Check out theInstructables guidefor supplies and DIY instructions.
This USB battery-powered wireless Wi-Fi extender will change your life.
It is USB powered, meaning it doesn’t require a mains outlet.
Build it as shown in theInstructables project, and youll never have to deal with lousy hotel Wi-Fi again.
This can be an awesome gadget fortech ideas that instantly upgrade your man cave.
Are you looking for the fastest, most temporary fix for bad internet?
Or maybe you are in a lounge, and the signal doesn’t seem to reach where you are?
Whatever the scenario, this incredibly easy-to-build Wi-Fi extender will provide the fix in about half a minute.
You just need some sticky tape, a pop can, skewer, and utility knife.
Yes, that’s it!
Oh, and theInstructables guidefor the instructions.
Laggy Internet?
You get there, and the Wi-Fi signal just drops to zero bars.
You may want to tweak the project details to suit your liking.
