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Three methods for finding studs. (1) Clues on the walls. (2) Electronic stud finders. (3) Punching holes.
FAMILY HANDYMAN #316 Mar 1991 (v.41#3) pg. 44

Tip on using an electric razor to locate hidden studs in a wall.
FAMILY HANDYMAN #351 Sep 1994 (v.44#8) pg. 86

Tip: Locate studs (drywall screws) by using fine steel wool. This works if the screws were lightly magnetized by the magnetic tip of the drywall screwdriver during installation.
FINE HOMEBUILDING #33 Jun-Jul 1986 pg. 16

Electronic stud finder detects the presence or proximity of magnetic (ferrous) metals.
HANDS-ON ELECTRONICS Jul-Aug 1986 (v.3#4) pg. 51

How to locate framing studs inside a wall.
POPULAR MECHANICS Sep 1988 (v.165#9) pg. 109

Searching for hidden wall studs. Some tips.
PRACTICAL HOMEOWNER Mar-Apr 1992 pg. 92

Metal-sensing IC's are viewed. Includes a circuit for a pocket-size stud detector for locating studs and joists in building walls and ceilings by means of the nails or screws ordinarily found in studs.
RADIO-ELECTRONICS Feb 1984 (v.55#2) pg. 98

Tip shows how to use a table lamp to locate wall studs.
TODAY'S HOMEOWNER #818 Sep 1997 (v.93) pg. 26

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