Knocking, using magnets, and flashlights are a few ways to help you locate a stud without a stud finder.

We’ve all been there at some point: anxiously trying to find a wall stud while you’re in the process of hanging a picture, shelf, or TV mount. Most stud finders are inconsistent at best, and I’ve ...

Looking to hang something on your wall? You’ll need to find a stud (and not the kind with broad shoulders and a square jaw). Studs are vertical 2-by-4-inch beams that make up the frame of your house.

If you're trying to hang something on your wall, you'll need to use something like the Zircon Stud Finder to find where to safely hang items. Here's how.

Q: I need to hang some cabinets, but I don't own an expensive stud finder tool. I borrowed one from a neighbor in the past and had limited success with it. Can you share any secrets on how you find ...

"Hearst Magazines and Yahoo may earn commission or revenue on some items through these links." Studs run vertically behind the drywall in your home or apartment. Knocking, using magnets, and ...

LITTLE ROCK, Ark. (KATV) — Justin Morrella with Innovative Renovations shows Elicia Dover how to find studs in a wall, which will help when trying to hang heavy objects such as tv's, cabinets, and ...

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