Finding concealed wall studs or ceiling joists is a key part of many home-improvement projects, but do-it-yourselfers often find the search frustrating. The existing structural members are needed for ...

They vary in price from about $30 to a couple of hundred. It’s easier than drilling small holes 3/4 of an inch apart in the ceiling until you hit a joist. Find a handy neighbor and borrow one. If you ...

After you have determined the spacing, locate and mark all joists with a chalk line so you can attach the furring strips without having to locate the joists again on each run.l Nail the 1" x 3" ...