Hey everyone! I'm super frustrated with my current stud finder because it can't distinguish between wood and metal when I drill into my walls. My house seems to have a lot of steel beams and vent conduits, making it a real hassle. I'm looking for a tool that can actually identify whether I'm dealing with wood or metal, rather than just picking up nails in the drywall. Any recommendations? Thanks in advance!
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Do you know if your house has both wood and steel studs? This could affect what type of stud finder would work best for you.
Have you considered using a magnetic stud finder or even just a strong magnet? They can sometimes help locate metal behind the drywall. Also, I’ve heard of this WalaBot that connects to your phone, but I’ve never tried it myself, so I can’t vouch for its effectiveness.
I picked up a budget-friendly Dewalt stud finder that detects metal and electrical signals. It’s been pretty reliable for me so far, but I’m still a bit anxious about potentially hitting a PEX line while drilling!