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

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 ...

If you’re hanging or mounting heavy items on your walls, such as mirrors or flat-screen TVs, you need to attach them to a stud—the wooden or metal beams that make up your home’s framing. Since these ...

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Antwon asks: I’m putting a grab bar in my parent’s ceramic tile shower. Is there an easy way to locate the studs without tearing out the tile? Danny Lipford: It is fairly easy to find the wall stud in ...

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.

When tackling projects around the house, one of the most useful tools you can have on hand is a trusty stud finder. Whether you’re hanging shelves, mounting a TV, or installing wall cabinets, knowing ...

A ladder stabilizer can make it safer to clean leaves from gutters and do other high-up jobs on houses. A stabilizer is a U-shaped device, usually aluminum and usually about three feet wide, that ...

If you’re hanging or mounting heavy items on your walls, such as mirrors or flat-screen TVs, you need to attach them to a stud—the wooden or metal beams that make up your home’s framing. Since these ...