Franklin ProSensor M210 Stud Finder
Shows the full width of the stud, so you hit the center.
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The Job Guide
Floating shelves, level and rock solid.
The short answerTo install floating shelves, find and mark the studs, then mark the shelf height with a level. Screw the hidden bracket or cleat into at least two studs (or into anchors rated for the load if there are no studs), checking level before the final screws. Slide the shelf over the bracket and lock it with the set screws underneath. One shelf takes about an hour.
Floating shelves look simple, but they only hold weight when the bracket is in studs. A good stud finder and level do most of the work.
DifficultyEasy–Moderate
Time1–2 hrsper one or two shelves
DIY cost$80–$255estimate
Hiring a proVaries by areaestimate
DIY range is the Home Depot price of the parts below as of Oct 14, 2026 (one shelf plus tools you may already own). We didn't find a reliable published pro rate, so none is shown.
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