Q. I need to install shelves in various rooms. I was given a stud finder to help determine the best places to hang the shelves. For the life of me, I can’t figure out how to use it! Any advice? A.

Locating the studs in a stud wall can be a daunting task if you don't have a stud finder, but your smartphone will do in a ...

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