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

"Hearst Magazines and Yahoo may earn commission or revenue on some items through these links." If you have a picture, mirror, or shelf to hang, you’re going to want to use a stud finder to ensure it’s ...

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, ...

"Hearst Magazines and Yahoo may earn commission or revenue on some items through these links." Some stud finders feature other helpful tools like deep scanning and AC wire detection. These prevent you ...

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 ...

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 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 ...