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Four techniques.
The most common and oldest is just going to be to knock on the wall with your knuckles. When you hear a hollow sound, you are far away from the stud; when you get close to a stud, it will sound more solid.
The second technique is to buy a studfinder - these use a variety of techniques to try to figure out where studs are, from using ultrasound to simple metal detectors that look for drywall screws. When you hover the studfinder over the wall, it will simply tell you "stud". These things are a little iffy even in the best conditions, though, unless you buy the expensive ones (>$100).
The third technique, which may or may not work depending on your home, is to remove the baseboards (trim). You can then chip out a very small amount of plaster behind where the trim was but above the wood that the trim is nailed into and actually look into your wall. This is the best technique, but if the wood is too thick, you may make a visible hole which would have to be filled.
The fourth technique is simply to drill a hole in the wall where you suspect a stud might be, preferably somewhere not normally visible. If you feel the drill bit pop through the wall, there's no stud there - if you hit wood, then there is.
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Behind the plaster are horizontal wood strips called lathe. These lathe strips are nailed to the studs. Do a search for "rare earth magnets". These are super strong magnets that can find these nails. Simply hold the magnet in hand and slowly roll or drag (depending on the shape you get) across the wall (cylindrical shape works best for no wall markings and easy roll). Where the magnet sticks is where the lathe is nailed into the...... stud!
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∙ 14y ago
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∙ 13y agoRap on the wall with your knuckle.
Step 2
Move sideways along the wall, still rapping, and listen for a solid sound. Remember that studs are usually placed 16 or 24 inches apart - but you can't count on this. Studs may be located somewhat randomly, especially in older houses that have been remodeled.
Step 3
If you don't trust your ear, use an electronic stud finder, available at most hardware stores. It beeps or flashes when it passes over wall studs or ceiling joists.
Step 4
Try to locate the center of the stud. (This will be halfway between the edges detected by an electronic stud finder.)
Another method, if there is an electric outlet in the wall where you are trying to locate the studs, is to take the cover off the outlet box and see whether the left or right side of the box is fastened to a stud. Other studs will most likely be located at 16 inch centers from that one.
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How do you find area for pipe fitting?
Your question is vague. - Usually plumbing pipe fitting is between studs in the walls. To fit new pipes, find studs with a 'studfinder' then cut down the centre of studs to remove drywall. Install pipe, then refit with new drywall on the 3/4 " of stud each side.
How do you build walls?
Walls are commonly framed with 2x4 lumber, known as studs. The covering is fastened to the wall to enclose it.
What should be put on interior walls under the drywall?
If is an exterior wall, insulation, otherwise bare studs walls are fine.
Why do you put 3 studs at corners junctions?
Three studs are used at the intersection of two walls, so as to provide a mounting surface for the linings on all sides.
Are 16 or 24 inch on center studs better?
16" on center stud walls are stronger than 24 inch on center walls.
Can steel studs be used as structural walls in residential houses?
No. Non-load bearing applications only.
24'stud wall they want to place the studs 24 apart on center how many studs will they need?
If there are no windows, doors or partitions in the wall and no corner walls on the end you will need 13 studs, 24 feet of bottom plate and 48 feet of top plate.
Can you install cavity wall insulation in timber framed houses?
It all depends on the wall construction. Timber frames can have conventionally framed 2x walls or SIP (structural insulated panel) walls. If the walls are made up of normal 2x4 or 2x6 studs, insulation can be installed or replaced in between the studs. If the walls are SIP's the insulation is already there. To see a typical timber frame SIP wall configuration, see the link below.
How can tall furniture be preventedfrom tipping over an earthquake?
Use a bolt to pin it to the walls.
What are stud extractors?
Stud extractors are tools that are used to remove studs in walls or other surfaces. These can be purchased at home improvement stores.
Where would it be possible to buy metal studs from an online wholesaler?
It would depend on the type of metal studs you are looking for. If you are looking for clothing studs you want to look for a clothing wholesaler. Looking for jewelry type studs, you want to find a jewelry wholesaler.
How do you figure out how much building property coverage you need on a condo insurance policy?
Somewhere in your Association agreement or unit owners agreement there should be a section that states how much of your condo you are responsible for covering. They usually have language like "studs in" or "walls in" meaning everything from the studs or walls and in is your responsibility. Floor covering, cabinets and fixtures are things you would normally have to cover yourself. Most condo policies include a small amount of building coverage and then you can add to that for an additional premium. Somewhere in your Association agreement or unit owners agreement there should be a section that states how much of your condo you are responsible for covering. They usually have language like "studs in" or "walls in" meaning everything from the studs or walls and in is your responsibility. Floor covering, cabinets and fixtures are things you would normally have to cover yourself. Most condo policies include a small amount of building coverage and then you can add to that for an additional premium. Somewhere in your Association agreement or unit owners agreement there should be a section that states how much of your condo you are responsible for covering. They usually have language like "studs in" or "walls in" meaning everything from the studs or walls and in is your responsibility. Floor covering, cabinets and fixtures are things you would normally have to cover yourself. Most condo policies include a small amount of building coverage and then you can add to that for an additional premium. Somewhere in your Association agreement or unit owners agreement there should be a section that states how much of your condo you are responsible for covering. They usually have language like "studs in" or "walls in" meaning everything from the studs or walls and in is your responsibility. Floor covering, cabinets and fixtures are things you would normally have to cover yourself. Most condo policies include a small amount of building coverage and then you can add to that for an additional premium. Somewhere in your Association agreement or unit owners agreement there should be a section that states how much of your condo you are responsible for covering. They usually have language like "studs in" or "walls in" meaning everything from the studs or walls and in is your responsibility. Floor covering, cabinets and fixtures are things you would normally have to cover yourself. Most condo policies include a small amount of building coverage and then you can add to that for an additional premium. Somewhere in your Association agreement or unit owners agreement there should be a section that states how much of your condo you are responsible for covering. They usually have language like "studs in" or "walls in" meaning everything from the studs or walls and in is your responsibility. Floor covering, cabinets and fixtures are things you would normally have to cover yourself. Most condo policies include a small amount of building coverage and then you can add to that for an additional premium.
