Some stud finders feature other helpful tools like deep scanning and live wire detection. These prevent you from hitting a pipe or wire when hanging something up—expensive mistakes when you make them.

Locating the studs in a stud wall can be a daunting task if you don't have a stud finder, but your smartphone will do in a ...

We may receive a commission on purchases made from links. Stud finders are one of the most important tools anyone can have in their toolbox. Although they may not be obvious assets like a hammer, a ...

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, ...