Whether you’re hanging shelving, a large mirror, or brackets for a flat screen TV, you need a wall stud to ensure items actually, well, stay on the wall. “Sometimes it’s not the weight of the item,” ...

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.

"Hearst Magazines and Yahoo may earn commission or revenue on some items through these links." Studs run vertically behind the drywall in your home or apartment. Knocking, using magnets, and ...

Which stud finder is best? Some believe that old-school methodology works best. However, knocking on walls to listen for a stud is outdated and unreliable. If you’re trying to hang something on your ...