: You can even use soda cans or aluminum foil glued to cardboard to create a functional antenna. Essential Materials for a Basic Build
Depending on your materials and location, different designs offer varying levels of signal gain:
: The easiest to build, consisting of two straight pieces of copper wire or metal. It is highly effective for VHF channels if the elements are cut to about 3 feet each.
: To run the signal from your antenna to the TV.
