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    Jul 22, 2009, 02:12 PM
    Finding wall studs
    What is the easiest way to locate wall studs?
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    Jul 22, 2009, 02:20 PM

    With a stud finder. It can show the edges of the studs.

    http://www.popularmechanics.com/home...s/1274376.html

    The hammer method used to work. Listen for thumps 16" apart
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