[header] How to find a stud [title] Invest in a tool that allows you to identify studs in your walls. [step] These are often called stud finders or stud sensors. They can be purchased at hardware shops, home improvement retailers or department stores. 
[title] Determine what kind of stud finder you have. [step] Some stud finders are magnetic, so you will feel a pull when a stud is identified based on the presence of nails or wires running along the stud.