Stud Finders

Can’t-Fail Stud Finder
Make your own magnetic stud finder to find framing members while protecting the wall finish.
Podcast Episode 108 — Restoring a Historic Craftsman
Stud finders, fiberglass batts, energy efficiency, cedar siding, rafters, and storm windows.
A Stud Finder That Works
Franklin Sensors' ProSensor T6 is the most recent (and least expensive) addition to the company’s line of durable multisensor stud finders.
How to Find Wall Studs Without a Stud Finder
Looking for studs? Watch this video for a low-tech method that won't break the bank.
DIY Essentials: Homeowner’s Tool Kit
Everything you need to handle emergencies, repairs, and home improvements
Tool Test: Stud Finders and Wall Scanners
These tools can provide invaluable information, but don’t bet your job on what they tell you.
How it Works: Wall Scanners
Associate editor Rob Yagid explains how wall scanners detect wood and metal studs, live electrical wires, and ferrous and nonferrous metals.
Stud Finder on a Chain
Rare-earth magnet is a better stud finder
Locating Studs for Baseboard Installation
The trim won't hold up if there's nothing behind it. Finish carpenter Tucker Windover shares his method for finding studs.
The Stud Finder
Great moments in building history: You never know when a stud finder will come in handy

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