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.

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We might earn a commission if you make a purchase through one of the links. The McClatchy Commerce Content team, which is independent from our newsroom, oversees this content. When hanging heavy items ...

If you’re hanging or mounting heavy items on your walls, such as mirrors or mounts for flat-screen TVs, you need to attach them to a stud—the wooden or metal beams that make up your home’s framing.