i am trying to hang a non-electrical chandelier on the ceiling - i need to locate the 'stud' or joust for secure mounting... any easy way??? house 165 years old - two story colonial..
2006-10-23 06:39:22 · 6 answers · asked by trotterjoe9 1 in Home & Garden ➔ Do It Yourself (DIY)
Both of the above answers will work. The only reason I am answering is to offer my personal experience with both methods.
I have a stud finder that will lie to me. I'm not sure why (yet) but it does. When I use that tool (I have two) I always locate the stud several times before I drill or start driving fasteners. Also, in a home 165 years old everything may be plaster. If the lathe used is metal, it might drive your stud finder crazy. Granted at 165 years you are probably pre-metal lathe but it is still something to consider. I have a stud finder with two depth of penetration settings, it's handy but it is also the one prone to lie to me. It is the one I would try under your circumstance.
The tap and listed technique requires a fairly good ear. Practice the technique until you are satisfied you have it down. Don't get me wrong, it isn't brain surgery, it's just one of those things where you can be fooled.
I'm not trying to scare you away from the job, just letting you know what to lookout for. Now GO get 'em. And GOOD LUCK
2006-10-23 07:03:01 · answer #1 · answered by gimpalomg 7 · 0⤊ 0⤋
An easy way without a stud finder is to use an electric razor -- run it across the ceiling slowly until the sound it makes changes.
2006-10-23 06:48:37 · answer #2 · answered by thatgirl 6 · 0⤊ 0⤋
get a cheap stud finder just go to a local bar or club find that one woman sitting at the bar smoking and drinking with a few guys ,buy her a drink 1 to 5 bucks, take her home and let her find the STUD. lol, no seriously any of your previous answers are fine. good luck.
2006-10-23 22:54:21 · answer #3 · answered by donley z 3 · 0⤊ 0⤋
My husband uses a stud finder. We bought it a Sears and it's a Craftsman. Works like a champ!! If you can't afford a stud finder than you can tap on the walls with a hammer (LIGHTLY) and listen for the non-hollow sound. Good luck!!
2006-10-23 06:42:32 · answer #4 · answered by momof3greatkidsandadog 3 · 0⤊ 0⤋
Buy a studfinder from your hardware store... about $10-15.
2006-10-23 06:41:21 · answer #5 · answered by Anonymous · 0⤊ 0⤋
tap on it with your knuckle kinda hard until you hear the sound change...theres your stud!
2006-10-23 06:42:55 · answer #6 · answered by caplepore 1 · 0⤊ 0⤋