Locate and Mark Wall Studs — Locate and Mark Studs
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How to Install Pipe Shelving on a Stair or Hallway Wall · Step 2 of 8
In this video
Using a Ryobi LED Whole Stud and Electrical Detector (Model ESF5001), scan the wall horizontally at the desired height for the shelves to locate the wooden studs behind the drywall. Pay attention to the stud finder's indicators to identify the precise center of each stud. Once a stud is found, mark its location vertically with blue painter's tape. The creator notes that his studs were unexpectedly 24 inches on center rather than the standard 16 inches, which is an important consideration for planning shelf attachment points. Mark all necessary stud locations along the entire length of where the shelves will be installed.
Locate and Mark Wall Studs — Locate and Mark Studs
Part of project
How to Install Pipe Shelving on a Stair or Hallway Wall · Step 2 of 8
In this video
Using a Ryobi LED Whole Stud and Electrical Detector (Model ESF5001), scan the wall horizontally at the desired height for the shelves to locate the wooden studs behind the drywall. Pay attention to the stud finder's indicators to identify the precise center of each stud. Once a stud is found, mark its location vertically with blue painter's tape. The creator notes that his studs were unexpectedly 24 inches on center rather than the standard 16 inches, which is an important consideration for planning shelf attachment points. Mark all necessary stud locations along the entire length of where the shelves will be installed.