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If you can’t find your stud finder, don’t fret. Drywall is anchored to the studs. The trick is to find the anchors. To do this, turn off the lights and turn on a flashlight. Shine the flashlight against the wall, and look closely for small dimples. Some are easier to find than others. Once you find one, you can use it to locate the others. Studs are typically 16 inches apart. How is that for a bright idea?! #DIY #studfinder #flashlight #hacks #diytrends #MrHandyman

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4 Tricks to Find Studs in a Plaster Wall: If you own an old house with plaster and lath walls, you may have discovered how utterly useless a stud finder can be. Most smaller items can be hung pretty securely anywhere on the wall by screwing into the wood lath, but for heavy things that weig…

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Stud Verifier for Drywall: This is a simple tool to help verify exact stud locations behind drywall. This is OVERKILL for: Finding studs Hanging lightweight things like pictures or coat hangers This is NOT for: Plaster walls People whose knuckles communicate with thei…

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Jennifer Gizzi on Instagram: "Don’t own a stud finder? No problem! Save this hack instead!   Grab a magnet and slide it around the wall, when the magnet finds the screw or nail it will stick to the wall. So easy!   Or if you want an actual stud finder… comment “STUD” for a direct link to my favorite stud finder tool!  #studfinder #homerepair #homeimprovement #homehack #studs #tooltips #amazonfinds"

Jennifer Gizzi on Instagram: "Don’t own a stud finder? No problem! Save this hack instead! Grab a magnet and slide it around the wall, when the magnet finds the screw or nail it will stick to the wall. So easy! Or if you want an actual stud finder… comment “STUD” for a direct link to my favorite stud finder tool! #studfinder #homerepair #homeimprovement #homehack #studs #tooltips #amazonfinds"

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So you’re ready to hang your new TV or a picture frame. So, you just need to find a stud. No big deal, right? Let’s talk about how to find a stud in a wall. So here you are, several holes in your wall and the studs remain elusive. It all sounded easier when you decided to begin your project. But have no fear, we’re here to help you find a stud in a wall!

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