{"id":2887,"date":"2023-06-10T19:05:42","date_gmt":"2023-06-10T23:05:42","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/homeimprovementscout.com\/?p=2887"},"modified":"2023-06-10T19:05:42","modified_gmt":"2023-06-10T23:05:42","slug":"how-to-drill-into-a-stud","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/homeimprovementscout.com\/how-to-drill-into-a-stud\/","title":{"rendered":"How to Drill into a Stud? A Step-by-Step Guide"},"content":{"rendered":"<p><span data-preserver-spaces=\"true\">Learning how to drill into a stud is one of those basic DIY skills that you\u2019ll need to master to complete any sort of heavy-duty mounting task. It\u2019s not as complex as it might look at first, in fact, with a little practice you\u2019ll have it figured out in no time. <\/span><!--more--><\/p>\n<p><span data-preserver-spaces=\"true\">When most of us think about drilling into a stud we picture traditional wood studs. This article will cover both wood studs and metal studs \u2013 which are increasingly popular in commercial buildings and residential bathrooms, basements, and other moisture-prone areas.\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span data-preserver-spaces=\"true\">Let\u2019s look at how to drill into a stud in closer detail, so you can hang that shelf, TV mount, or mirror.\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n<div id=\"ez-toc-container\" class=\"ez-toc-v2_0_61 counter-hierarchy ez-toc-counter ez-toc-grey ez-toc-container-direction\">\n<p class=\"ez-toc-title\">Jump To:<\/p>\n<label for=\"ez-toc-cssicon-toggle-item-65a46bbf538c6\" class=\"ez-toc-cssicon-toggle-label\"><span class=\"\"><span class=\"eztoc-hide\" style=\"display:none;\">Toggle<\/span><span class=\"ez-toc-icon-toggle-span\"><svg style=\"fill: #999;color:#999\" xmlns=\"http:\/\/www.w3.org\/2000\/svg\" class=\"list-377408\" width=\"20px\" height=\"20px\" viewBox=\"0 0 24 24\" fill=\"none\"><path d=\"M6 6H4v2h2V6zm14 0H8v2h12V6zM4 11h2v2H4v-2zm16 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Guide\u00a0<\/a><ul class='ez-toc-list-level-3' ><li class='ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-2\" href=\"https:\/\/homeimprovementscout.com\/how-to-drill-into-a-stud\/#Tools_and_Materials_Needed\" title=\"Tools and Materials Needed:\">Tools and Materials Needed:<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-3\" href=\"https:\/\/homeimprovementscout.com\/how-to-drill-into-a-stud\/#Step_1_Locate_the_Studs\" title=\"Step 1: Locate the Stud(s)\">Step 1: Locate the Stud(s)<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-4\" href=\"https:\/\/homeimprovementscout.com\/how-to-drill-into-a-stud\/#Step_2_Mark_Stud_Midpoint\" title=\"Step 2: Mark Stud Midpoint\">Step 2: Mark Stud Midpoint<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-5\" href=\"https:\/\/homeimprovementscout.com\/how-to-drill-into-a-stud\/#Step_3_Select_the_Appropriate_Drill_Bits\" title=\"Step 3: Select the Appropriate Drill Bits\">Step 3: Select the Appropriate Drill Bits<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-6\" href=\"https:\/\/homeimprovementscout.com\/how-to-drill-into-a-stud\/#Step_4_Drill_Pilot_Hole\" title=\"Step 4: Drill Pilot Hole\">Step 4: Drill Pilot Hole<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-7\" href=\"https:\/\/homeimprovementscout.com\/how-to-drill-into-a-stud\/#Step_5_Drill_Full-Sized_Hole\" title=\"Step 5: Drill Full-Sized Hole\u00a0\">Step 5: Drill Full-Sized Hole\u00a0<\/a><\/li><\/ul><\/li><\/ul><\/nav><\/div>\n<h2><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Drilling_into_a_Stud_%E2%80%93_Guide\"><\/span><strong><span data-preserver-spaces=\"true\">Drilling into a Stud \u2013 Guide\u00a0<\/span><\/strong><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n<h3><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Tools_and_Materials_Needed\"><\/span><strong><span data-preserver-spaces=\"true\">Tools and Materials Needed:<\/span><\/strong><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n<ul>\n<li><a href=\"https:\/\/www.amazon.com\/DEWALT-Dewalt-Stud-Finder-9h\/dp\/B07GLCS7YY?&amp;linkCode=ll1&amp;tag=homeimprovementscout-20&amp;linkId=4b8fe011a2b916129d5731ad18ded763&amp;language=en_US&amp;ref_=as_li_ss_tl\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\"><span data-preserver-spaces=\"true\">Stud finder<\/span><\/a><\/li>\n<li><span data-preserver-spaces=\"true\">Drill\u00a0<\/span><\/li>\n<li><span data-preserver-spaces=\"true\">Drill bits (for a pilot hole and full diameter hole)<\/span><\/li>\n<li><span data-preserver-spaces=\"true\">Pencil or marker<\/span><\/li>\n<li><span data-preserver-spaces=\"true\">Screws<\/span><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<p><span data-preserver-spaces=\"true\">While you can certainly drill into a stud successfully without using a stud finder, they are so cheap and effective nowadays, there is no excuse not to use one.\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span data-preserver-spaces=\"true\">As far as screws are concerned, generally, you\u2019ll want to use screws long enough to penetrate one inch into the stud. You don\u2019t want to go much longer than that, as too long of a screw can punch through the stud and damage electrical cable or plumbing\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n<h3><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Step_1_Locate_the_Studs\"><\/span><strong><span data-preserver-spaces=\"true\">Step 1: Locate the Stud(s)<\/span><\/strong><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n<p><span data-preserver-spaces=\"true\">The first step to drilling into a stud is rather obvious \u2013 locating the stud. Do this by placing your stud finder flat against the wall and slowly moving it in a straight line until the indicator noise starts beeping. Some stud finders have additional functionality like the ability to detect electrical wiring, so consult the manual for specifics.\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n<p><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" class=\"aligncenter wp-image-2888 size-full\" src=\"https:\/\/i0.wp.com\/homeimprovementscout.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/06\/using-stud-finder.jpg?resize=800%2C559&#038;ssl=1\" alt=\"Using a stud finder is the most surefire way to locate studs.\" width=\"800\" height=\"559\" srcset=\"https:\/\/i0.wp.com\/homeimprovementscout.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/06\/using-stud-finder.jpg?w=800&amp;ssl=1 800w, https:\/\/i0.wp.com\/homeimprovementscout.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/06\/using-stud-finder.jpg?resize=300%2C210&amp;ssl=1 300w, https:\/\/i0.wp.com\/homeimprovementscout.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/06\/using-stud-finder.jpg?resize=768%2C537&amp;ssl=1 768w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 800px) 100vw, 800px\" data-recalc-dims=\"1\" \/><\/p>\n<p><span data-preserver-spaces=\"true\">If you don\u2019t have a stud finder handy, you can always use the old \u2018tap the wall\u2019 method. While this is not as accurate as using a stud finder, it should give you an idea of where the studs are.\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span data-preserver-spaces=\"true\">Simply tap the wall at short intervals until you hear a \u201chard\u201d noise. Tapping against drywall will create a hollow sound, whereas tapping against a stud will create a more solid noise. You can verify the stud location by drilling a small pilot hole in the wall.\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span data-preserver-spaces=\"true\">Keep in mind that in most houses and buildings studs are located at 16\u201d intervals from the wall edge. You can use a measuring tape to measure this distance to give you an area to start.\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n<h3><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Step_2_Mark_Stud_Midpoint\"><\/span><strong><span data-preserver-spaces=\"true\">Step 2: Mark Stud Midpoint<\/span><\/strong><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n<p><span data-preserver-spaces=\"true\">Once you\u2019ve found the stud&#8217;s location, you\u2019ll want to find its centre point for drilling.\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span data-preserver-spaces=\"true\">This is significantly easier to do with a stud finder than by hand, as you\u2019ll be able to pinpoint the stud\u2019s exact endpoints and then mark the midpoint with a pencil. You can still do this by hand, but the odds of missing the midpoint and drilling through the side of the stud are much higher.\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n<h3><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Step_3_Select_the_Appropriate_Drill_Bits\"><\/span><strong><span data-preserver-spaces=\"true\">Step 3: Select the Appropriate Drill Bits<\/span><\/strong><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n<p><span data-preserver-spaces=\"true\">Next, you\u2019ll want to choose the right-sized drill bits for the job. No matter what you\u2019re hanging, using a smaller drill bit is recommended to create a pilot hole before drilling the full-sized hole. This will not only make the full-diameter hole easier to drill, but you\u2019ll have confirmation that you\u2019re drilling in the right spot and not through the edge of the stud.<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span data-preserver-spaces=\"true\">Additionally, the full hole diameter should be slightly smaller than the diameter of your screw. This will give the screw threads something to bite into while fastening.\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span data-preserver-spaces=\"true\">For wood studs, the drill bit type is less important, but for metal studs, you\u2019ll need titanium, cobalt or carbide-tipped bits. These bits are capable of piercing through metal without being dulled or breaking.\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span data-preserver-spaces=\"true\">The same principles apply to drilling through metal studs as with wood studs. You\u2019ll still want to locate the stud\u2019s midpoint and create a pilot hole first.\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n<h3><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Step_4_Drill_Pilot_Hole\"><\/span><strong><span data-preserver-spaces=\"true\">Step 4: Drill Pilot Hole<\/span><\/strong><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n<p><span data-preserver-spaces=\"true\">At this point, you\u2019ll want to insert the drill bit for your pilot hole into your drill. Drill through the drywall and into the stud slowly using gentle pressure. You\u2019ll know you\u2019ve passed through the drywall and hit the stud when the resistance becomes significantly stronger.\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n<h3><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Step_5_Drill_Full-Sized_Hole\"><\/span><strong><span data-preserver-spaces=\"true\">Step 5: Drill Full-Sized Hole\u00a0<\/span><\/strong><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n<p><span data-preserver-spaces=\"true\">After you\u2019ve drilled your pilot hole to the desired depth, swap out the smaller pilot hole bit for the larger bit. Then repeat the process above until you\u2019ve reached your desired depth.\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n<p><em><span data-preserver-spaces=\"true\">At this point, the process is done. All that\u2019s left to do is drive your fastener into the hole you\u2019ve just made.\u00a0<\/span><\/em><\/p>\n<hr \/>\n<p><span data-preserver-spaces=\"true\">Drilling into a stud is the best way to mount anything heavy on drywall. It ensures that your fasters are secured to solid wood or metal, meaning they have a very low chance of failing.\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span data-preserver-spaces=\"true\">You don\u2019t always need to drill directly into studs when mounting something. If you\u2019re hanging something light (less than 20 lbs. or so) like a picture, decorative shelf, or small mirror, you can use <a href=\"https:\/\/homeimprovementscout.com\/drywall-anchors-wont-go-in\/\">drywall anchors<\/a> without worry. There are also specialized anchors like toggle bolts and molly bolts that can handle significantly more weight than regular drywall anchors \u2013 think 50 to 100 pounds.\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"<p>Learning how to drill into a stud is one of those basic DIY skills that you\u2019ll need to master to complete any sort of heavy-duty mounting task. 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