Top Wi-Fi option for a home with chicken wire in the walls
Top Wi-Fi option for a home with chicken wire in the walls
I reside in a 1600 square foot bungalow from the 50s. The walls are made of lath and plaster with chicken wire, which causes poor Wi-Fi connectivity. I've been exploring mesh networks such as OBI, Linksys Velop, Google WiFi, and Ubiquiti Amplifier. What's the best option for me? Any advice would be greatly appreciated.
If Ethernet reaches a few rooms, deploying Ubiquiti Unifi APs appears to be a smart move.
An alternative idea could be employing Ethernet over powerline and linking access points to it. The age of your home might affect performance, so testing is wise. Costs are typically about $40 for two devices and $20 for individual units in the US. A downside is that mesh relies on strong signals for re-transmission, similar to a Venn diagram. I’m slightly biased, but I lean toward widespread availability.
If your walls contain wire, it makes sense why that could cause an issue. It could be hard to locate a strong enough AP for consistent coverage, or if one exists, it might be too costly to justify the recommendation. Ideally, set up a dedicated AP in each room you need Wi-Fi, and connect them together.