Whether you’re looking for wiring, pipes, or just the usual stud, these models are designed to help you locate it.

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 ...

Q. I need to install shelves in various rooms. I was given a stud finder to help determine the best places to hang the shelves. For the life of me, I can’t figure out how to use it! Any advice? A.

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, ...

Improving your living area entails a continual series of chores. From hanging pictures and shelves to mirrors, determining the optimal location on the wall for these objects contributes to their ...

In your home, studs serve a vital purpose. "Studs are vertical wood or metal members arranged in a series to support structural elements within walls and partitions," explains Albert Rutkowski of ...

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 However, knocking on walls to listen for a stud is outdated and unreliable.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 ...

A good stud finder is an excellent addition to any toolbox, but if you don't have one and you just want to hang some art, this tip from a general contractor over at Houzz is a money-saver. Get the ...

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.