Using a stud finder may seem unnecessary, but it's probably one of the most important steps when it comes to hanging anything substantial on the wall, says Anna Kroesser of Kroesser + Strat Design, ...

To get a stud finder that suits your needs and budget, start here with our guide to understanding and navigating the ...

There are a plethora of tools every person should keep in their toolbox, and a stud finder is one of the most important ones. A stud, for the uninitiated, is a board within the walls of a building ...

If you have lots of hanging projects—pictures, mirrors, shelves, and the like—a dedicated stud finder is a helpful tool to have on hand. There are two types of stud finders: magnetic and electric, ...

We may receive a commission on purchases made from links. If you've ever tried to mount something marginally heavy in your home, you know the headache that comes with trying to decide whether you need ...

Mounting a TV over the weekend? What about a wall of family photos? Sounds like you’re going to need a stud finder. An essential DIY tool for any homeowner or renter, the best stud finders should be ...

We might earn a commission if you make a purchase through one of the links. The McClatchy Commerce Content team, which is independent from our newsroom, oversees this content. When hanging heavy items ...

Not to be confused with handsome men or breeding horses, studs are basically large vertical beams that help make up stud walls, whether they be structural or to partition rooms. Studs can be wood or ...

Which stud finder is best? Some believe that old-school methodology works best. However, knocking on walls to listen for a stud is outdated and unreliable. If you’re trying to hang something on your ...

CALDWELL — A group of workers sat at tables lined up inside a former retail space in Caldwell on Tuesday. It was quiet except for the sounds of production as they focused on the task at hand: ...