[TECHMENT] Why does my Wi-Fi drop the moment I sit on the sofa?

Wi-Fi signals behave like light—they reflect off walls and get absorbed by furniture. If your router is hidden behind a cabinet or sitting on the floor, you are losing a massive amount of signal strength.

At TECHMENT, we recommend the "30-Inch Rule." Lifting your router just 30 to 40 inches off the ground (about table height) allows the signal to clear furniture obstacles and broadcast much further.

Wi-Fi Optimization Guide:

1. Clearance: Keep your router at least 12 inches away from other electronics like microwaves or baby monitors to avoid "Signal Jamming."

2. Elevation: For every 10 inches you raise the router, you potentially increase its effective range in a standard home layout.

3. The "Center" Strategy: Place the router in the middle of the house. If it's 20 feet from the farthest bedroom, a central location ensures equal signal distribution.

Use Case: For remote workers or streamers experiencing lag. Simply moving your router from the floor to a shelf at a 36-inch height can eliminate buffering during your 4K Netflix sessions or Zoom calls.