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Tip of the Week: Make Your Own Stud-Finder

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Real Estate Agent with Heather Roda Broker

This is a great tip, There is a handyman in all of us. Your clients will appreciate your useful knowledge and it my even come in handy at home.

Original content by Chrissy Doremus ~ US Inspect ~

Tip of the Week: How to Make Your Own Stud-Finder. Have you ever wanted to hang or mount something heavy on the wall, like pictures, mirrors, or even a TV? Ideally, you want to anchor big heavy things on the studs in behind the drywall. Now you can go out and spend anywhere from $5 to $50 dollars on a stud-finder, or you can invest in a good, focusable flashlight – the brighter the better. If you shine the light along the face of the wall, you will be able to find the dimples from the nails or screws securing the drywall to the studs. Voila!

Stud Finder

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Posted By: Chrissy Doremus, U.S. Inspect Blog

Comments (1)

Sharon Lord
Maracay Homes - Peoria, AZ
New Home Advisor

Lisa - BRILLIANT!  I can't tell you how many times I've left to do an install and forgotten a stud finder....now if you can share a "tip" for when I forget my level, you will be my personal hero!  ;)

Sharon Lord
Argent Decor
AZ Vacation Home Furnishing Service

Sep 13, 2010 09:05 AM