Why preparing the room for a virtual tour is so important
The camera captures everything: even small imperfections are visible in a 360° panorama. Clutter, dirty surfaces or poor lighting can ruin the impression of a business. So preparation is key to creating a virtual tour that works for your image.
When is the best time to shoot a virtual tour
The best time is when there are the fewest people in the room. This way you will avoid “accidental” faces in the frame and keep the tour neat. If there are still visitors, it is better to warn them in advance about the shooting.
Checklist for preparing the room for the virtual tour
1. General cleaning
The floor, furniture, windows, showcases and mirrors must be perfectly clean. A high-resolution camera captures every detail, so dust and stains can be conspicuous.
2. Remove unnecessary items
Bags, personal belongings, trash, temporary signs and other unnecessary details should be removed. The space should be as concise as possible.
3. Organize the interior
Even curtains, neatly made beds, properly arranged furniture and décor create a sense of tidiness. The more harmonious the interior, the more pleasant the impression on the viewer.
4. Think about doors and passageways
Open the doors leading to the areas that will be shown in the tour, and close the unnecessary ones. This will make the space logical and easy to navigate.
5. Lighting
Turn on all light sources: chandeliers, sconces, backlights, decorative lamps. Good lighting gives the room atmosphere and helps to achieve a quality picture.
6. Coordination with staff
Notify employees to look appropriate or step out of the frame for a while. This will avoid unnecessary edits during processing.
7. Determine the shooting areas in advance
If there are places that don’t need to be shown, discuss it before you start. This way, the photographer will have the tour itinerary organized and nothing unnecessary will be in the frame.
Bottom line: what does proper preparation for shooting a 3D tour give you?
Conclusion
How do I prepare the room for shooting a virtual tour? It’s simple: cleanliness, order, light and attention to detail. Make it look like you’re expecting important guests and the tour will become a powerful promotional tool.Order a virtual 3D tour in Studio 360
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