Locating a wall stud without a stud finder can be a pain, it can also cause damage to the wall when heavy items are improperly hung. Though nothing is as accurate as an electronic tool, these three methods will help you locate a stud in a pinch. You can combine more than one of these methods to be extra confident you've found a stud.
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