Viewing a single comment thread. View all comments

fujiko_chan t1_j9degd7 wrote

Reply to comment by pinacolada12345 in How do I find these g-d studs?? by WaterChestnutII

I have small but very strong magnets for my fridge, and they will stick to nails/screws in drywall. Easy and non-electronic way to find studs.

31

Masch300 t1_j9e5n98 wrote

I do the same. Have a fancy Bosch Pro stud finder. But a handfull of small (10x10x3mm) neodymium magnets works better.

The stud finder is very useful for finding pipes and electrical cables though.

4

learnitallboss t1_j9el798 wrote

I have a 1940 home that is an unholy mix of lath and drywall. Neodymium magnets are pretty inexpensive and work every time.

4