I'm using a studfinder to find the studs in a wall, hoping that I can install new towel holders into something stronger than drywall. But they seem to be at 16 inches apart. Is that normal?
The towel holders seem to come in 12 inch multiples. That's just odd.
2007-09-22 15:36:37 · 22 answers · asked by Jeremy Zawodny 2 in Home & Garden ➔ Do It Yourself (DIY)
16 or 24 inches are standard. Sounds like 16 in your house.
2007-09-23 03:42:00 · answer #1 · answered by John himself 6 · 0⤊ 0⤋
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What is Standard Wall Stud Separation Distance (residential)?
I'm using a studfinder to find the studs in a wall, hoping that I can install new towel holders into something stronger than drywall. But they seem to be at 16 inches apart. Is that normal?
The towel holders seem to come in 12 inch multiples. That's just odd.
2015-08-02 01:16:18 · answer #2 · answered by Anonymous · 0⤊ 0⤋
Standard Stud Spacing
2016-12-11 16:14:39 · answer #3 · answered by yasmin 4 · 0⤊ 0⤋
Wall Stud Spacing
2016-10-02 02:07:35 · answer #4 · answered by ? 4 · 0⤊ 0⤋
Normal stud distance is 16". I've seen 24" spacing before but the whole house was built completely different than from the norm. They make a hanger called an Easy Anchor Kit. They make them in plastic and metal. The metal ones are the one you want to use. Toggle bolts are second best. I like the idea of buying a 24" towel hanger and cutting it down though
2007-09-22 15:47:29 · answer #5 · answered by Anonymous · 0⤊ 1⤋
You could always cut out the drywall, install a new, Horizontal stud, put some new dry wall in, Spackle it, and get it all painted backup, but i would guess you don't want to do that much work just for some towels. ( try looking at Walmart or something in the curtain section, you can find some brackets and wooden dowels you can cut to fit) Thats what i did, looks good. lol
2007-09-26 12:10:52 · answer #6 · answered by Anonymous · 0⤊ 0⤋
They are sized for towels, not stud centers (16 on center). Proper drywall anchors will hold up 100lb+ wall hangings so unless your bathroom will be used as a playground, don't worry about mounting a towel rack to the studs.
Find the most practical and ergonomic location for the rack and if by chance you find a stud, great. If not, don't sweat it.
2007-09-22 15:53:44 · answer #7 · answered by Griff 5 · 4⤊ 0⤋
It depends upon where you live. Most areas require 16in on center in both residential and commercial construction. Very few areas allow 24in because its not as sturdy. You more than likely have 16in. The suggestion to cut down a 24in towel rack is a good one, if you don't want to cut it yourself go to a hardware store and they can recommend someone.
2007-09-23 14:56:40 · answer #8 · answered by hooksteve 3 · 0⤊ 0⤋
The norm in the US is 16" ON CENTER, but 24" on center is also frequently used in some types of homes.
Note I emphasize 'on center': they are not 16" apart, but 14 1/2 " apart. The 16" standard is inclusive of one stud, measured from the left side of the first stud, with the 2nd stud falling between 16" and 17 1/2".
2007-09-22 17:32:46 · answer #9 · answered by FatrCat 2 · 6⤊ 0⤋
16 inches is fairly standard. i have seen 24 inches before though. the best stud finder is a magnet, it will find the screws or nails in a stud, i have just found some of the electronic stud finders to not be acurate sometimes. good luck.
2007-09-23 17:16:41 · answer #10 · answered by sparky 1 · 0⤊ 0⤋