It’s easy to mistake pipes, wiring, and more for a stud if you’re inexperienced. Follow our best tips for success every time.

Whether you’re hanging shelving, a large mirror, or brackets for a flat screen TV, you need a wall stud to ensure items actually, well, stay on the wall. “Sometimes it’s not the weight of the item,” ...

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

If you’re doing some DIY that involves drilling into walls to hang an item, it’s a good idea to check if there are any wall studs first. These are vertical, structural beams that form the frame of a ...

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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 ...

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.