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How to Find a Stud in a Wall

By Lee Wallender, About.com

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Use a Magnetic Stud Finder to Find a Stud

Use a Magnetic Stud Finder to Find a Stud

Use a Magnetic Stud Finder to Find a Stud

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If you wish, you can double-check your previous results with a magnetic stud finder. Then, you'll really know you've found a stud. It's not absolutely necessary that you do this, but does help if you doubt the stud finder's results.

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