So how can you be sure you are centered in the Stud so that you can apply two nails?
1143206
You have to assume the reading is somewhat centered. The bottom line: no false readings - you know the stud is there.
1143207
The only way you can tell that for sure is when you locate the sheet rock screw or nail in the stud is use a very small (tiny) test probe or drill bit and test probe. You could find the alignment up and down from where you expect to make the anchor and straight line it..... I guess for most purposes the center of the stud is not that important..... just saying. You can fill the test holes easy if you use a very small probe.
1143208
Not entirely sure except that I have used this 3 times now on my walls and it's worked every time. Keep in mind this is TEENY TINY! So if you need a legit level, this will NOT do the trick
1143209
If you follow the drywall screws up and down the wall in a straight line you will see where they all line up vertically, where the drywall was screwed to the wood stud. It works like a charm for me, I do home theater installs and I wouldn't use another stud finder. I guess you would have to try it for yourself.
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There should be a couple of small nails left in the package. Take one and nail it at a slight angle like mounting a picture on the wall through the strap. You don't need to find studs in wall. Push the unit right against the wall and draw the strap tight and pound the other nail all the way into the top of the unit. There will be very little force so it doesn't take much to hold everything in place. The nails were the ones you used to hold the back panel on. Nails work best, but if no nails there should be a couple of screws left or get a couple of nails at Walmart. You must secure the unit to the wall as it will tip forward. There should be a couple of small nails left in the package. Take one and nail it at a slight angle like mounting a picture on the wall through the strap. You don't need to find studs in wall. Push the unit right against the wall and draw the strap tight and pound the other nail all the way into the top of the unit. There will be very little force so it doesn't take much to hold everything in place. The nails were the ones you used to hold the back panel on. Nails work best, but if no nails there should be a couple of screws left or get a couple of nails at Walmart. You must secure the unit... » Read More There should be a couple of small nails left in the package. Take one and nail it at a slight angle like mounting a picture on the wall through the strap. You don't need to find studs in wall. Push the unit right against the wall and draw the strap tight and pound the other nail all the way into the top of the unit. There will be very little force so it doesn't take much to hold everything in place. The nails were the ones you used to hold the back panel on. Nails work best, but if no nails there should be a couple of screws left or get a couple of nails at Walmart. You must secure the unit to the wall as it will tip forward. « Show Less
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Unless your bookcases are very narrow or you live in a non-standard house there should be a stud every 18 inches or so. I used the stud finder and marked where the studs were with a sticky note and then attached the strap where the stud was, as close to the middle of the bookcase as possible. The stud may not be in the center of the bookcase but that's ok- the strap will keep the bookcase from falling even if the strap is not exacly center...
2184871
The magnets are drawn to the nail heads that attach the drywall to the studs. Usually those are close to center on the stud. I've never had an issue missing a stud.
1161478
Yes you can in the mesh area but I dont. There is also recessed areas above the mesh small items, like a shelf area. Hope that helps. All my studs are my expensive pieces, that's why I don't use it for my studs.
1240031
Use each half of the face on 2 different nails. When you put the nails together you have a winking smiley face. It's really cute! Hope this answer helps!
149075
Both one side is fine one side is coarse. Im using the fine side on my nails an I like the results
1669601
I think anywhere within the arc of the screens should work. I try to aim for the center to prevent damage to the top, rods, or unit...common sense
919687
It is designed to extend only across 2 studs of standard 18" on center width. This is plenty for its weight rating. The problem comes in when centering on a wall. Often, especially when centering over a mantel, one stud is at or near the center of the wall, leaving one half of the mount unsecured. However, if the other side is secured to a stud then toggle bolts will be sufficient on the other side to resist torque.
1620444
Worked for me. I try to use a stud finder when I install baseboard and hit studs with the nails.
485876
Yes and yes! It works very well. It finds a nail in a stud, so then you know where the stud is. Works every time for me. Love this product!
1541338
Had the same issue..I just used a little thicker small nail..place the higher middle piece 1st, then kine up the other middle piece and move along...I did it with my husband so it was a little easier.
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I used this youtube video to figure out how to do it. It's a great video and gives great tips. Main tips to answer your question: Start w/ a nail sized portion, and start working it in at the back... add more later if needed. Good luck! Here's the video: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=w6Tf6Tp3jTY
658547
There are built in slots/holes in the upper corners. I just used nails with a flat head on the wall and lines up the holes. I used a ruler and level to determine where to put the nails on the wall.
2070711
You have to use one of the rod but the shorter one is very close to the celling .
564226
Correct, but only if the previous nail or screw was not centered in the first place. You have to assume the person who put up the drywall originally did the job right. I suppose you could just use a strong magnet too, but it's worth the cost.
2155890
Yes. The nail holes are on the two vertical pieces, not the back piece. Thus it's possible to do so.