Best stud finder was my ex wife when I was out of town.

@nonconsensualopinion

3 жыл бұрын

Yeah, we know.

@SuburbanRedneckGarage

3 жыл бұрын

ouch..... that made me cringe lol

@alpine9996

3 жыл бұрын

Sorry, didn’t know she was married 😱

@marko11kram

3 жыл бұрын

lol

@mac11380

3 жыл бұрын

@@alpine9996 No prob, it makes us even with me and your mom....lol

My super power is the ability to miss every stud, regardless of tools or equipment. It’s pretty impressive.

@takemechrome2291

3 жыл бұрын

Is it weird to have the same super power?

@heyitsme9480

3 жыл бұрын

U have that too I always found it really useful especially when ur trying to put up something

@ProjectFarm

3 жыл бұрын

lol Thanks for watching.

@dimesonhiseyes9134

3 жыл бұрын

I think we were both exposed to the same burst of gama radiation because I have the same power.

@danedralin8064

3 жыл бұрын

Would have liked to see the Walabot

You sir saved me hours of reading unqualified opinions online! Your testing methods and results were perfect for answering my performance based questions! Thank you From Ohio!

@ProjectFarm

5 ай бұрын

You are welcome! Glad to hear!

@nilleftw

4 ай бұрын

I've read numerous reviews calling the Bosch GMS 120 a piece of shit that can't detect anything. This is why I always check here for reviews before trusting random strangers.

If you decide to do a follow-up, we have really terrible walls here in the Northeast. I’d love to see a worst-case scenario test of how well these perform on horsehair plaster walls, as well as how many layers of drywall on top of each other there can be before they can no longer find a stud.

@ProjectFarm

2 жыл бұрын

Thanks for the suggestion.

@SilverScreenMassage

Жыл бұрын

Seconded! As a handyman I am constantly up against old plaster and multiple layers of drywall.

@samueltomlinson1897

Жыл бұрын

@@ProjectFarm Third'd (?) - I run into a lot of Plaster and Lath walls in NE Ohio, and my higher-end Zircon works maybe 30% of the time.

@ChrisElvis

Жыл бұрын

I'd also love some plaster wall testing, I really need to find a reliable finder that works.

@ianbutler1983

Жыл бұрын

I see people on TV finding studs through ceramic tile and fiberglass shower surrounds. Call me skeptical, Could you add this to your testing? Thanks, love your channel.

"I went ahead and built a test wall." I appreciate how much work goes into these videos.

@ProjectFarm

3 жыл бұрын

Thanks so much!

@SuperSkittles1996

3 жыл бұрын

Pretty awesome that he actually went ahead and textured and painted it! Dont know any other youtuber willing to put as much work into his projects as Prjoect Farm!

@jmac1099

3 жыл бұрын

That’s was pretty awesome, just wish he would have done some with insulation in the stud bays, especially the foil backed stuff

@Auto209

3 жыл бұрын

J Mac true I forgot about that

@TarmanTheChampion

3 жыл бұрын

@@SuperSkittles1996 took the words out of my mouth haha hes always above and beyond

As a contractor trying to stay up to date with changing tech, and making sure to get the best bang for my buck I have to say…I’m watching more and more of your videos, and the more I watch the more I realize you are the best on KZread. No filler, no bs, no sponsors, just straight honest to God info…and man, they’re really helping a lot Thanks! Keep up the good work

@ProjectFarm

2 жыл бұрын

Thanks, will do!

@steveh7108

2 жыл бұрын

And he keeps his comedy short and sweet. A short wise crack or a comical moment is fine every now and then. He stays focused on the objective and not the entertainment. Leave that for the Discovery Channel. They have a knack for turning the most interesting reality shows into ridiculous comedy in a blink of an eye. I.e. Pawn Stars, Pickers, American Restoration, etc.

@Itisinthehand

2 жыл бұрын

Thanks

@turbotension

2 жыл бұрын

They're helping a lot? We're gonna test that!

@jordanrobertson7824

2 жыл бұрын

Check out aVe and his BOLTR videos

I have a house with 145 Y.O. plaster walls with layers of paint and nonstandard stud depths + spacings,and 90% of stuff finders are totally useless at telling the Lathe vs. Stud or even seeing through the thickness of the plaster. It's a huge pain. Getting a deep dive test with some 1" thick plaster and 1/4" lathe walls would be WONDERFUL! It would also be a huge help to a LOT of us restorationists and owners of old colonial and Victorian homes (most of Philadelphia, NYC, Boston, Richmond, Alexandria, D.C., Charleston, Detroit, Buffalo, Memphis, &c.

There is one thing that a lot of people seem to miss when using the Bosch D-Tect 120: your second hand has to stay in contact with the wall while using the device. The manual says that and it makes a big difference. The only issue is: who reads manuals?

@Erutan409

2 жыл бұрын

Is it something to do with grounding some kind of signal coming from it?

@SCHAUDENLUCAS

2 жыл бұрын

@@Erutan409 I guess so.

@StopTryingSoHard

2 жыл бұрын

That is my experience as well, also I’ve had any issues with it being off at all.

@gs4256

2 жыл бұрын

@@Erutan409 Yes, its grounding of the unit, I was becoming really frustrated with both the GMS 120 & the D-Tect 120, but then I found out that certain wall coverings & paints seem to generate static when the scanner is moved across the surface, I place my free hand next to the unit as I move it across the surface, its stops the false positive readings (mostly incorrectly identified electrical cable).

@drscopeify

Жыл бұрын

No you cannot ground it, the unit is plastic and Drywall/Sheetrock is not grounded. The unit uses a sonar sensor so by putting your hand you provide a boundary for the sonar but other units do not require this so it seems odd.

I can locate pipes, wires and conduit with a drill bit every time I drill a hole in sheet rock. Studs seem to elude me every time.

@acexxxoasis

3 жыл бұрын

Same here I can literally drill every half inch for 36 inches and still miss the studs lol

@DemonOfFury

3 жыл бұрын

😂

@mesanders1113

3 жыл бұрын

I know it seems a bit exaggerated but its closer to the truth than most realize

@imtylerb

3 жыл бұрын

Agreed!

@Tangobaldy

3 жыл бұрын

@@acexxxoasis you should see the mess of my ceiling. Yep 12 holes until I found the stud. Was the cheapest most accurate way ever.

“We’re gonna test that” I swear I get so excited when he says that

@ProjectFarm

3 жыл бұрын

Thanks for watching.

@lucasbasteen9331

3 жыл бұрын

😂 so relatable!!

@ABetterLifeInc

3 жыл бұрын

Sometimes his videos make me want to play a drinking game. Take a chug every time he says brand.

@jonbanfill

3 жыл бұрын

Same

@crisprtalk6963

3 жыл бұрын

you gotta get a life.

Without a doubt you are the best channel on KZread for honest, thorough, and no "BS" or filler to your videos. I love watching all your tool and equipment reviews and they are very helpful when trying to buy a tool or piece of equipment related to the garage or home. I am also a car detailing enthusiast and a lot of your videos relate to that endeavor as well so thanks for what you do sir and for bringing this information to the masses out here in KZread land watching these informative video tool and product reviews. Happy Holidays and looking forward to your videos in the future!

@ProjectFarm

Жыл бұрын

Thanks so much! Happy Holidays!

I was a maintenance tech for several years. Personally, I love the C.H. Hanson. It will find copper against the wall. Its the only one that will stay on the wall when it finds a screw. I like it alot better than the electronic ones. 100% accuracy and it's cheap. I've had the same one for years. It's attached to the roof of my truck and never moves. I've never had to replace batteries.

@ProjectFarm

2 жыл бұрын

Tanks for sharing.

@andrewjohnson9531

Жыл бұрын

I have the Hanson as well, to supplement the Zircon. I often use them both simultaneously.

@nhardman

Жыл бұрын

I like the Hanson too. It’s a little annoying having to find the screws but it’s dead on.

@CactusLuver77

Ай бұрын

Same- love the Hanson. Small, reliable and no batteries or calibrating to mess with

Wow, you put a lot of time and money into making this video to help people choose the right scanner. Thank you for the excellent testing! A++

@EazyFieldsports

3 жыл бұрын

New here? Aha. That’s what he does best. One of the best channels on youtube. Wouldn’t think of buying anything without checking to see if he’s tested it first

@ProjectFarm

3 жыл бұрын

You're welcome!

@TheMightyAgency

3 жыл бұрын

@@EazyFieldsports What I appreciate the most is the kind of tests that he has to wait a long time to get the results, like exposing zip ties to the outside for a year. That takes a lot of planning and commitment. Next test, have a kid (I know he has a few) and report back 18 years later to tell us if it's worth it :)

@411Adidas

3 жыл бұрын

@@ProjectFarm I own the zircon HD900 and you tested the A100. Can you compare all the zircon models

@411Adidas

3 жыл бұрын

@Throw Stone fr hes been ding this a while now. Everything I buy is based off of PF tests and reviews.

This guy just builds a spare wall for testing tools. Some dedication there.

@ProjectFarm

3 жыл бұрын

Thanks for watching!

@WayneTheBoatGuy

3 жыл бұрын

And he painted it a nice blue!

@WikkedR1

3 жыл бұрын

A wall? Pssh! He does testing where he lets the product/item being tested sit for weeks, months and even a year. THAT’S dedication, my friend! He’s entertaining without coming off as a know-it-all, his tests are about as scientific as any lay person could get without an actual “lab”and he lets the results speak for themselves with very little opinion or interjection. Best channel on YT.

@ChrisEpler

3 жыл бұрын

@@WayneTheBoatGuy Textured, and let it dry for 5 days!

@ChrisEpler

3 жыл бұрын

@@ProjectFarm Love your tests, not sure it helped me, still scratching my head to decide but appreciate your videos!

Now what I'd like to see would be the same test again, but this time with old-style lath and plaster rather than drywall. My limited experience is the extra plaster density and wood lath make it so most stud finders either decide the whole wall is a stud, or decide there are no studs.

@ProjectFarm

Жыл бұрын

Thanks for the suggestion.

You are my go-to for tool, glue, etc. comparisons! I really appreciate your consistent scientific method to compare things in multiple different ways (and multiple times for repeatability (esp with the glue review)). I know it takes effort to set it all up, but I don't know of any more thorough reviewer/tester out there. Thanks very much!

@ProjectFarm

2 жыл бұрын

Thanks and you are welcome!

Can't believe he didn't do the 'Dad joke'. Admirable restraint!

@mraycgz

3 жыл бұрын

I can’t not point it at myself and say “ found one!”

@ProjectFarm

3 жыл бұрын

Thanks for watching!

@HariSeldon913

3 жыл бұрын

@@mraycgz I go the opposite direction - point it at my brother-in-law and say, "No reading."

@ninjamaster3453

3 жыл бұрын

Well I can never get these to work because I set them off all the time 😆

@owenparker6651

3 жыл бұрын

What a bunch! 😂

I love this channel! Im 19 and work in a hardware store as a student job and because of these videos, im able to inform customers more efficiently about which products are better. Thanks!

@ProjectFarm

3 жыл бұрын

That is awesome! Thanks for watching.

You are awesome. Reminds me of Consumer Reports in the old days.Thanks!

@ProjectFarm

Жыл бұрын

Thanks for supporting the channel! I really appreciate it!

This fellow deserves every bit of whatever success he attains, here. He is extremely honorable in his ways and very thorough..

@ProjectFarm

Жыл бұрын

Thanks!

i dont even have drywall, and will never used this product in my country, why i'm watching it? damn, you have a good video presentation to get my attention to watched it by curiousity.. keep the good job

@ProjectFarm

3 жыл бұрын

Thanks so much!

@Liftium

3 жыл бұрын

Yeah same :) we only have concrete and blocks

@Sunnbuzz

3 жыл бұрын

@@Liftium Russia ?

@aBoogivogi

3 жыл бұрын

The feature to test for PVC pipes and wires work through other materials as well. In fact I have never seen Bosch marketing mention drywalls. Here both these Bosch products are just marketed as a stud finder period.

@flewwasse

3 жыл бұрын

Same pfp

am I the only one finding this channel a great place to look for new products I never head of? 😄 excellent job man . big fan of yours

@ProjectFarm

3 жыл бұрын

Awesome! Thank you!

@actionjksn

3 жыл бұрын

Yes you are the only one in the world to find that.

@airborneleads1981

3 жыл бұрын

Literally project farm reviews/ test and analysis carry the most weight when buying new tools, products etc. The effort he puts into every review to give you an absolute understanding on how every product performs is unreal.

If you ever decide to redo this test (though it'd be a lot of work), it'd be nice to test these against traditional lath-and-plaster walls as that's the real ultimate test of any stud finder (and for those of us with old houses, it'd be a godsend to find one that actually works!).

@ProjectFarm

2 жыл бұрын

Thanks for the suggestion.

@avwholesomegamer

2 жыл бұрын

Straight up I got so frustrated with my lathe and plaster walls I just bought a scope. I drill one hole, stick in the scope, turn on its light, and because our walls are hollow - I can visually see everything!

@DNomer

Жыл бұрын

Try the Bosch GMS 1220

@Mister_Brown

Жыл бұрын

not that it's a practical suggestion in most cases but a decent sensitivity thermal camera makes an incredibly good studfinder, i've got some old firefighter cams i use for it and it works great when normal stud finders just don't work in my 1910's house, doesn't work as well with mildly insulated walls but does work well with super well insulated walls (the studs are just worse insulated instead of better)

I hope your channel blows up and forces companies to make better tools. Thank you for helping every one of us find tools actually worth the money

@ProjectFarm

2 жыл бұрын

You are welcome!

Manufacturers are gonna use "This product is Project Farm certified" someday.

@hallmarksdetailingllc8078

3 жыл бұрын

That video he did of the trim restoration products the "winner" of that test is already blasting it all over social media....

@tylerrusty1122

3 жыл бұрын

@@hallmarksdetailingllc8078 I wouldn't do that product now because they won, and quality will probably come down now that they know they won.

@jayflorida

3 жыл бұрын

For sure. Look at Rotten Tomatoes and certified fresh on commercials.

@nunya___

3 жыл бұрын

50x more accurate than consumer's distort.

@k5ryannc

3 жыл бұрын

@@nunya___ not many got this. Hilarious 😂

If I bought every cool thing you reviewed I'd be a very poor man with a lot of cool stuff.

@ProjectFarm

3 жыл бұрын

Hi David, lol. Yes, burnng a hole in my pocket, and I'll need to test "credit card finders" soon. Have a great week!

@LynnGryphon

3 жыл бұрын

Great for present shopping tho! 😁

@feikebanning532

3 жыл бұрын

Speaking of the stuff, what do you do with the tested products when you're done? eBay?

Best channel on youtube by far. I own an old house with nothing but lath and plaster. Best results for finding studs is to detect the small finishing nails that are used to secure the laths. The magnetic ones work really well and was able to find them well with the cheap Amazon one using metal mode (Model TH510)

@ProjectFarm

2 жыл бұрын

Thanks for the feedback.

I've had my Zircon A100 for over a decade and it's hands down the best for the money! For the features like deep scan and the "laser", accuracy and ease of use, I haven't found anything that can touch it for even double the money.

@ProjectFarm

Жыл бұрын

Thanks for sharing.

@MLTR-1995

5 ай бұрын

This video doubled down on my choice for years - Zircon 1100 from HomeDepot

Let's see the most accurate laser levels and laser measurers!

@ProjectFarm

3 жыл бұрын

Great video idea! Thank you

@ThatOddLife

3 жыл бұрын

I just mentioned carpentry levels! Let’s combine the two!

@ColeSpolaric

3 жыл бұрын

@@ThatOddLife it be interesting to see if an empire level is just as good as a Stabila

"We're gonna test that" should be a Project Farm T-shirt.

@ProjectFarm

3 жыл бұрын

Great suggestion. Thank you.

@1chamoy20006

3 жыл бұрын

Yes!

@jeffersonfjeld

3 жыл бұрын

I would buy that immediately

@ball_of_wires

3 жыл бұрын

I would buy one.

Please test the Walabot 2 next round, it’s a bit expensive at $170, but it basically lets you see through walls. I’m really interested how it would do against some of the other more premium stud finders

@7628739

Жыл бұрын

I bought my walabot 5 yrs ago, it has not let me down yet. like thebfinding pioe and wire feature

@dcgo44r

Жыл бұрын

I thought he would be reviewing it.. It's been out for a few years out now. I use to have the middle range ($) zircom and it's now on the trash! I do better with a small pilot hole!

@HCG

Жыл бұрын

@@nextprojectawesome9673 Why a pain for pros?

@dennisfahey2379

6 ай бұрын

I can attest to the Walabot being very good. Its not as fast as some of these but it does the job well. I've used it on both lathe and plaster and drywall. Note it operates differently for each. For drywall its as advertised with the cartoon of the stud, romex, etc. (It can detect a critter supposedly.) For lathe and plaster its not so pretty. It gives you a zone "blob" that is the shape of what is below. So a stud is narrow rectangular-ish blob and a pipe is narrower etc. Think thermal camera. That said - it was very accurate and for old lathe and plaster that is nice to have especially if your house was pre-code or had an improvisational handyman.

I love how in depth you go with your tests.

@ProjectFarm

10 ай бұрын

Thanks!

I've always found the best stud finder is in the bathroom above the sink.

@ProjectFarm

3 жыл бұрын

lol Thanks for watching.

@javierenriquez1652

3 жыл бұрын

Lmao!!! I gotta use that

@SomethingMobile

3 жыл бұрын

You said what I was thinking... But better. You stud. Lol

@edenatkins3631

3 жыл бұрын

😂😂 these jokes come up so much at work

As usual well done, professional, never boring and quick pace editing. You’re good dude. Very good job.

@ProjectFarm

3 жыл бұрын

I appreciate that!

@SlurpTheFoxHole

3 жыл бұрын

Good? He's the reason youtube was reinvented. The man needs a beer.

The fact you're objective and not biased or paid for any opinions you have all my respect, liked subscribed and will watch all test videos before I buy anything new!

@ProjectFarm

Жыл бұрын

Thanks! Thanks for watching and subscribing!

I love that Zircon, been using them for several years, I've got one in my home toolbox and one on my work truck and it's never let me down. The only time I ever hit a wire with a drill was when I didn't grab it off the truck. Thanks for the amazing videos!

@ProjectFarm

Жыл бұрын

You are welcome!

It claims it can find live wire Me: let me hear it Project farm: we’re gonna test that Me: yes👏🏼

@ProjectFarm

3 жыл бұрын

Thanks for watching.

It would be hilarious if you also tested “guy who uses knuckle” vs stud finders...

@ProjectFarm

3 жыл бұрын

lol Thanks for the suggestion.

@macgyveratlarge2133

3 жыл бұрын

Better get one of those "old school" carpenters for the test.

@lonewanderer3603

3 жыл бұрын

It's a valid technique if you have a good ear.

@GabeMacDonnell

3 жыл бұрын

LoneWanderer360 only on wood studs w/ standard drywall, & if you're sure there's no live wires in your workspace.

@Francois_Dupont

3 жыл бұрын

or tapping your hammer on the wall.

Whenever I have to buy a tool or some kind of equipment this is where I come to for real honest results ... THANK YOU

High quality video. Concise, well edited, and no filler. Thank you for sharing your knowledge!

@ProjectFarm

Жыл бұрын

Thanks and you are welcome!

I admire the simplicity, applicability, and unbiased nature of your testing. You put a lot into these tests in terms of both mental and physical effort. Glad I found your channel.

@ProjectFarm

3 жыл бұрын

Thanks so much!

I wouldn't necessarily even mind seeing another round with different variants from the same manufacturer. I'll give you an example you go into Home Depot to pick up a stud finder and there must be a half a dozen different types from Zircon alone. How much does price make a difference within the same brand name? We got a little bit of a sample of that with Bosch but I wouldn't mind seeing more. Another great video! Thank you for all the time and effort you put in.

@JoeSmith-kj6wx

3 жыл бұрын

I bought a Zircon StudSensor e40 on sale a few years ago. After watching this video, I wonder how well the live electric warning works.

@charlieh115

3 жыл бұрын

I have a Zircon... model number not at my fingertips now, but it was the $40ish version. Has been incredibly accurate including finding live wires.

@JoeSmith-kj6wx

3 жыл бұрын

I think I paid around $10, and saved about $5 or $6.

@Iosis6

3 жыл бұрын

I've owned 2 different Zircon units and neither could find the studs in my walls. Its maddening. Asked a buddy to borrow his which was a Zircon as well and his was junk too.

@ThatKiltedGuyDIY

3 жыл бұрын

BIG TIP - I’ve been in construction most of my life and I’m 59 now. So I’ve owned a lot of stud finder’s and after going through electronic warfare training in the military, I finally understood how they work so I put out a video about it and it is exploding on my channel because it’s helping so many people. Just search my channel for how to use a stud finder and you should find it.

I worked for Bosch and bought one of theirs cheap with employee discount, and it was crap. Im glad I didnt pay the insane prices they charged, and once again you proved what I had suspected. The top end Bosch found everything, but at an insane price.

@ProjectFarm

2 жыл бұрын

Thanks for the feedback.

I am honor bound to comment every time I watch one of your videos that you have the most useful channel on KZread because you test simple tools that matter a lot and no one else does. Bless you fam. Bless u.

@ProjectFarm

2 жыл бұрын

Thanks so much!

Hey can you test electric pressure washer? And how they hold up. I've killed a few if the smaller ones

@ProjectFarm

3 жыл бұрын

Thanks for the suggestion.

@saganworshipper6062

3 жыл бұрын

This!

@robertfandel9442

3 жыл бұрын

I've had a kartcher for a long while same company that power washed Mt Rushmore I like it

Bro, You have a shirt that says "Let's get this project underway. Now you need a shirt that says "We're gonna test that"

@ProjectFarm

3 жыл бұрын

Great suggestion.

@elreyyakko

3 жыл бұрын

Id buy that shirt.

@Cnightz

3 жыл бұрын

He absolutely needs to have a shirt that says that. Project Farm... "We're gonna test that! I'll wear it while shopping at the big box stores when someone comes up to push a different sale. Bro, haven't seen the channel? Check it out.

@joelterrishafer6713

3 жыл бұрын

I’d buy one too!

@jpdominator

3 жыл бұрын

Me too!

I've been looking for a stud finder for so long, and you just ended my search. Thank you for such a great vid and for taking the time to do all that. extremely helpful video.

@ProjectFarm

2 жыл бұрын

You are welcome! Glad to hear!

I love these testing scenarios and test products of a wide range for price to determine value. As a self-proclaimed handyman around the house, garden and garage, I always check this channel for comparisons of products or tools!

@ProjectFarm

2 жыл бұрын

Thanks! Thanks for sharing!

There's something about how he says "We gone test that" makes me feel good, yes reveal the lies :)

@ProjectFarm

3 жыл бұрын

Thanks for watching!

@darioserrano6106

3 жыл бұрын

Same here! 😆 stick it to them PF!

@CapeCodCanalFishing

3 жыл бұрын

It almost sounds like a recording and he uses the same clip lol

Every Dad goes into Home Depot, grabs a stud finder and puts it up to his chest and says "Yep, this one works"

@notchagrandpa8875

3 жыл бұрын

I made the mistake of saying this to my wife using a Stanley metal stud detector, it apparently detected a Zippo lighter I had in the left chest pocket of my shirt, when I said look this stud finder actually works she didn't miss a beat and said yeah even it detected that cold iron heart of yours.

@mb7hl

3 жыл бұрын

ha ha ha... I just checked my fb archive. I did, in fact, make this joke 3 years ago!

@ColeSpolaric

3 жыл бұрын

@@notchagrandpa8875 your wife sounds awesome!

@notchagrandpa8875

3 жыл бұрын

@@ColeSpolaric She's a special lady.

@Hunter_Bidens_Crackpipe_

3 жыл бұрын

@@notchagrandpa8875 Your wife is disrespectful. Don't get dogged out of your own bed.

Yet another video where I needed to purchase a tool and found you've done all the legwork for us. Looking at the standard spacing I was also wondering if I would need a drywall anchor and you also have the video there too! I always love this channel, thanks for being an honest tester and a great guy!

@ProjectFarm

Жыл бұрын

Thanks and you are welcome!

Just picked up the Franklin Sensors pro model with the electrical detection. I was able to install some heavy duty metal shelving in my garage in just a few minutes. It's truly a joy being able to reliably see the studs in the wall and ceiling and know where the center is!

@ProjectFarm

Жыл бұрын

Thanks for sharing!

This has rapidly become one of my favorite KZread channels. Not often will you find a content creator that not only provides fantastic content, but still takes the time to respond to comments, especially when the channel has over a million subs!

@ProjectFarm

3 жыл бұрын

Wow, thank you!

@djony10

3 жыл бұрын

Same here, anything I buy I check with this channel first to see if WE HAVE TESTED THAT

I’m not sure how you’d test them, but how about shop hand cleaners like Fast Orange, Lava, etc?

@ProjectFarm

3 жыл бұрын

Thanks for the video idea.

@feikebanning532

3 жыл бұрын

Include Prosoap in this one.

@backwoodsbilly8548

3 жыл бұрын

Also new motor oil to clean hands

@kcjones679

3 жыл бұрын

@@backwoodsbilly8548 No, no, no...WD40!

@cadebrian

3 жыл бұрын

Have to include gojo too

I've watched your channel grow over the years and love it. There is a test for everything, and if not you'll make one. Thank you

@ProjectFarm

2 жыл бұрын

You are welcome!

No odd information, quick and informative! Like it very much!

@ProjectFarm

2 жыл бұрын

Thanks!

As someone who has wall mounted a lot of televisions, speakers and shelves, I would definitely say Zircon is the best overall. I've got an older Zircon unit, I just find the edges, mark the center, it's never missed once.

@ProjectFarm

3 жыл бұрын

Thanks for the feedback.

@David.....

3 жыл бұрын

Same here...my dad has a 15 year old unit...I bought a zircon 4 years ago....both work fantasic.

@jimyeats

3 жыл бұрын

Agree. I have the basic Zircon model that just has a light that tells you where the stud edges are. No idea how you could get a better and simpler product for what it cost ($10 bucks maybe?).

@scottstewart9154

3 жыл бұрын

Me too love my Zircon, but also appreciate the franklin for not having to calibrate it.

@whit6282

3 жыл бұрын

Any luck with plaster?

When you find out he is gonna be a quality standard soon

@ProjectFarm

3 жыл бұрын

Thank you very much!

@theepicricemaker6611

3 жыл бұрын

Wouldn't be surprised, I use his reviews when i'mma buy something.

I love the way you present the products you're testing, it sounds like those infomercials. 👍

@ProjectFarm

2 жыл бұрын

Thanks!

You have one of THE best channels on KZread for the helping pros choose the right tools for our trades, I've come here multiple times so as to not get screwed over whilst buying tools. Thanksa sincere thanks!

@ProjectFarm

2 жыл бұрын

You are welcome!

I'd be very curious to see how walbot or similar smart phone wall scanners would do

It's like you are reading my mind at the moment with every test you make. All the tests i have been waiting for. Premium content!!

@ProjectFarm

3 жыл бұрын

Awesome! Thank you

As always, great review! I really enjoy all of your videos. No BS and right to the point. Well done! 👍

@ProjectFarm

2 жыл бұрын

Thanks so much!

With every passing year. Your passion for finding value in hard errand money is greatly appreciated!

@ProjectFarm

Жыл бұрын

Thanks so much!

Great review, but hears a thought, many old homes have .75” of plaster over lath or .5” of plaster over blue board. I live in the latter and have never been able to find a stud finder that works well through thick plaster 😞😎

@AnthonySomes

3 жыл бұрын

Walabot plaster/concrete mode might work

@StevenBuchanan

3 жыл бұрын

The Franklin T13 works great at my house. I have what is called Kal-Kote. It is a plaster type of product and cheap stud finders do not work for me.

@jimb032

3 жыл бұрын

@@AnthonySomes never seen a challenge yet my Wallabot couldn't handle.

@jasonc3522

3 жыл бұрын

After removing enough lath and plaster to make me consider changing careers and learning that forgotten trade just to save others from the removal process, there should be enough nails running up the studs that a good magnet can pick them up.

@narlycharley

3 жыл бұрын

My in laws have a 1856 farm house. Finding the true 2x4 solid oak studs is impossible without just cutting into it. Sucks.

I have both the most expensive Zircon that Lowes was selling 3 or 4 years ago (model?) and a Franklin T13. In everyday use the T13 kicks Zircon butt. But neither are any good for thicker walls, like tile or plaster, or at finding floor joist through finished floor... something I sometimes need to do. Find one that will find floor joist under a finished floor or studs through vinyl or Hardie board siding on the outside of a wall that doesn't break the bank and I would be interested! Thanks for the entertaining and informative work you do!

@rts3613

3 жыл бұрын

I agree, the Franklin is a better tool, but has it's limitations.

@chrisv4640

3 жыл бұрын

There is definitely something to be said for the no need for calibration if you use it very often, as I do. I will stick with my T13 until we get xray cameras.

@mkoshao

3 жыл бұрын

I don't know what you define as not breaking the bank aka what your budget is... But the Bosch d-tect 120 does everything you need. It detects up to a depth of 120mm / 12 cm / slightly under 5 inches

@ProjectFarm

3 жыл бұрын

Thanks for the video idea.

@ProjectFarm

3 жыл бұрын

Thanks for sharing.

Great video! The amount of effort you put into making these videos is amazing. Best of wishes!

@ProjectFarm

2 жыл бұрын

Thanks!

Man, please don’t ever stop doing these videos.

@ProjectFarm

7 ай бұрын

Thanks!

Would like to see this same test done on lath and plaster walls.

@ProjectFarm

3 жыл бұрын

Thanks for the suggestion.

@seannicholas6667

3 жыл бұрын

That's the real test. Finding the stud in drywall is easy. Lathe and plaster is a pain in the ass. Nothing really seems to work consistently

@Boemel

3 жыл бұрын

i want a scanner to see a live wire located behind a brick wall.

@ivpu2465

3 жыл бұрын

@@ProjectFarm this would be great

@harveywallbanger3123

3 жыл бұрын

I've lived in both kinds of houses. Unfortunate truth time: If you've got sheetrock walls, 99% of the stud finders will work instantly and identically (most people just bang on the wall). If you've got plaster and lathe, virtually everything is useless because the industry can't/won't make a cheap instrument that works on P&L. I've actually bought that exact model DeWalt in the past (along with several others) and all of them were completely or mostly useless on plaster and lathe. I ended up needing to borrow a professional model from a friend that was specifically rated to work on plaster & lath (MSRP $320).

I am GPR certified through GSSI for concrete scanning. I wouldn’t mind seeing a concrete scanning vid BTW! I used the GSSI structurescan mini to scan drywall with and it is super accurate! It’s made for concrete up to 16 inches deep and can do a grid scan for a 3D model of the scan. You can rent them instead of purchasing them because they are very pricey! But if you were wanting the most expensive scanner it may do the trick! Love the vids!

@Bluscream

3 жыл бұрын

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@ProjectFarm

3 жыл бұрын

Great suggestion! Thank you.

@patrickjames3321

3 жыл бұрын

Milwaukee has one, very expensive too, I would love to see that too.

@MGSsancho

3 жыл бұрын

@@patrickjames3321 I thought their's was discontinued years ago along wit h the bosch equivalent. I was under the impression the company that had the actual tech no longer wished to license it out to be rebranded anymore

@ninjazzrhythm400

3 жыл бұрын

@@gander13189 damn, it must be using radiation for detection

Fantastic video, just helpful honest information, which is so hard to find these days, much appreciated

@ProjectFarm

2 жыл бұрын

Thanks so much!

God Bless this Man!!!!! Sir, your reviews are the best things on KZread.

@ProjectFarm

11 ай бұрын

Appreciated very much!

Project Farm....... I wished that you had tried the “Wallabot”, it detects everything behind a wall. It’s like looking through a wall and seeing studs, electrical, pipes, etc! It’s like an X-ray, only it uses rf signals.

@ProjectFarm

3 жыл бұрын

Great suggestion. Thank you.

@SuperDave-vj9en

3 жыл бұрын

@Project Farm I misspelled it, it’s actually Walabot. Google it and it explains the process of seeing through a hard surface. Wow, they have really dropped in price! Thanks, and love your show!

@markkayser426

3 жыл бұрын

Walabot fails on plaster and lathe in oooold houses. We have one at work and for testing brought it home to test. Works great on drywall though.

@hbracerx

3 жыл бұрын

I'd like to see this as well...

@philipwilson308

3 жыл бұрын

@@markkayser426 I have an old house with lathe and plaster walls and bought a Walabot to 'see' into the walls. I was quite disappointed that it didn't work as I saw nothing in their advertising noting otherwise. I do see that they now have a model that can look into lathe and plaster walls but I haven't bought one as I still have a bitter taste in my mouth from my experience with the first one I bought. That and I have paneling over the plaster and worry that will interfere. A buddy of mine with plaster walls said that he has had good luck using a zircon in deep scan mode to find studs, although the wire finding ability of the walabot was the biggest selling point for me initially.

Have that Zircon, this test makes me happy with my decision to buy it a few years ago when I bought my house. Been working well ever since

@ProjectFarm

3 жыл бұрын

Glad to hear!

@thecloneguyz

3 жыл бұрын

Try the L550 Best ever made!

@classyincali9151

3 жыл бұрын

Seems to have been replaced with the A200 which is twice the price :(

@Rancid_Ninja

3 жыл бұрын

i520 is what I use, has switch for normal, deep scan, metal and ac scan

@erebostd

2 жыл бұрын

If you ever tried to fix a wire you hit because your detector didn’t find it while your client (or your wife😁) yells at you, you’ll regret not buying the bosh. I went down that road and got the german thing some years after i had others 🙈..

Another amazing video. Every single one I nerd out on how well thought out the tests are and how well they test the product in various ways. This triggers the same thing that triggered when watching mythbusters as a kid. I swear when I go to the store now I’m just pulling up these videos to see what my best value for money is. Thank you sir!

@ProjectFarm

Жыл бұрын

Thanks and you are welcome!

Incredible in-depth testing and review!!! Thank you!

@ProjectFarm

2 ай бұрын

Thanks and you are welccome!

Ok you are freaking me out maaaan! I was just up my Mother's house talking about how awesome your videos are and we were talking about how terrible Stud Finders are and I made a comment that it would be great if you did a head to head test of them.... And....... LOL

@ProjectFarm

3 жыл бұрын

Perfect timing! Hope this video helps!

@IhateYoutube

3 жыл бұрын

@@ProjectFarm It sure is! and it sure will! :)

@boots7859

3 жыл бұрын

Thats pretty cool that your Mom can converse on stud finders. Oh wait, you sure you were both talking abou....

@IhateYoutube

3 жыл бұрын

@@boots7859 LOL Yeah we were both talking about the type that finds wall studs. My Mother has always been very DIY and hands on with just about anything. You can show her engine internals and she can tell you what they all are. She's also a massive tech geek. :)

I’m curious if insulation would affect the stud finder especially if the whole stud bay is filled with spray foam.

@ProjectFarm

3 жыл бұрын

Thanks for the video idea.

@brianjensen5200

3 жыл бұрын

Good question. I wonder what the inductive profile of spray foam would be when compared to structural wood.

@crforfreedom7407

3 жыл бұрын

Yes. It has a DEFINATE impact on some studfinders rendering them useless depending on the machine and the density of the insulation.

@crforfreedom7407

3 жыл бұрын

@@ProjectFarm If you do insulation, please consider using Rockwool as one of your insulation products. I've found that to be about the most flush and dense insulation out there if properly installed. It can definitely play havoc with some finders! That's why for just finding studs alone, I think the magnetics are the most reliable and easiest to use. But I'm fascinated at what they say a Walabot can do...... Hype or a real tool?

@crforfreedom7407

3 жыл бұрын

@@brianjensen5200 CCF is very dense, but not always finished flush with the stud. To get max value, CCF can have a gap between the face of the CCF and the stud face. OCF can be shaved flush with the stud, but is more porous than CCF. Some used a blown recycled material for a time that was dampened and shaved flush, but I've only seen that used in the NE some time ago. CCF if people can afford it and Rockwool are favorites today along with the more cost effective traditionals......

This channel is gold! I really appreciate you doing these videos. 👍

@ProjectFarm

Жыл бұрын

Thanks so much!

This was very thorough and clearly presented. Thank you!

@ProjectFarm

Жыл бұрын

Thanks and you are welcome!

for 262$ USD the botch better find fracking tumors on people too, sheesh.

@skuula

3 жыл бұрын

Seems to be worth it, if you use one a LOT.

@RTS_Games0110

3 жыл бұрын

Brand new for $219 and free shipping on eBay.

@RTS_Games0110

3 жыл бұрын

Bosch also has the D-tect 150 which retails for around $800 or more.

@peterszar

3 жыл бұрын

Very funny, I like the way you misspelled Bosch, At least I think that was intentional. ha ha.

@InspiredCraftsman

3 жыл бұрын

Did I miss something with the dtect 120? It gives the same signal for copper pipe, metal pipe, pvc, and everything? If you need to know where a fire sprinkler or water line the scanner doesn't give you a different signal than a stud.

I’d be curious as to how they would preform in a plaster and lath format.

@eblackbrook

3 жыл бұрын

Me too!

@nefariousyawn

3 жыл бұрын

Also walls with insulation in them.

@sjcorrea

3 жыл бұрын

Exactly, double layer drywall, tile, cement board etc...

@ninjamaster3453

3 жыл бұрын

Poorly. You'll need to do the drill bit trick or awl to find the first stud center then measure 16" over. That's hoping framing was consistent. Old parged wood lathe walls don't work with stud finders. The period where they put 1/4 to 3/8 drywall and parged with plaster and metal lathe to 1/2 to 3/4" dont work either.

@cj5939

3 жыл бұрын

Likewise. I'd love to see a test on 1940's style plaster and lathe.

Extremely helpful and detailed. Thanks so much.

Great video, straight to the point, quick and informative. Well done !

@ProjectFarm

5 ай бұрын

Thanks!

Please let me know your ideas for future videos. Also, thanks for generously supporting the channel. Please let me know if there are other stud finders you’d like tested. An easy way to find past videos along with products tested: bit.ly/2FCrBpk A big thanks to Jim for putting this together. Todd

@12345.......

3 жыл бұрын

That list is super helpful. How about label makers, sharpies and paint pens :)

@engineguyrojo6893

3 жыл бұрын

Can u mix oil with metal shavings and run a small engine

@Coneshot

3 жыл бұрын

Can you do a vid on spray foam insulation?

@The__Outlaw

3 жыл бұрын

Stud finder on Lath and plaster wall. Is that a possible review??

@E69apeTheMatrix420

3 жыл бұрын

Jubilee Clips original vs off brand hose clips? (Marksman / am-tech multi packs are the worst money buys in the UK!)

My recommendation is including a couple insulation types to see if they have any impact.

Great video as usual . I personally would like to see these tests again, but with R11 bat insulation in the stud cavity. Most stud finders are effective with hollow walls, but get confused on external walls.

Love the walabot, shows you wires, pipes and studs all on your screen, I dedicated my old phone to it so it's always ready to go.

@ProjectFarm

2 жыл бұрын

Thanks for the feedback.

PROJECT FARM for Nobel Peace Prize and Congressional Medal of Honor, change my mind.

@golleygeee9536

3 жыл бұрын

Damitsall I second this... the hero we didn’t know we needed

@AntonioClaudioMichael

3 жыл бұрын

I third this

Oooo. Looks like another good review. Costco sells a decent stud finder.

@ProjectFarm

3 жыл бұрын

Thank you very much!

Thanks for your channel bro. Fantastic channel. Excellent testing/analysis and testing analysis.

@ProjectFarm

2 жыл бұрын

Thanks and you are welcome!

This is a very helpful and well put together and thorough video, thank you very much for your effort and sharing it!

@ProjectFarm

Жыл бұрын

Thanks and you are welcome!

@TheBandoury

Жыл бұрын

@@ProjectFarm I have a zercon 45 edge finder, when I walk it on the shower wall, it light up and beeps with an arrow , but then in other spots it lights up without any arrow or beeping , how would interpret that?

being a carpenter all my life, even before i got into the trade.. it doesn't matter the stud finder i tried to use.. the darn things just kept beeping as soon as i picked one up.. :D

@ProjectFarm

3 жыл бұрын

Thanks for sharing.

@lawrencerodeback

3 жыл бұрын

I don't care who you are, that's funny

@boots7859

3 жыл бұрын

You may have an over-abundance of hemato-crit. Consider donating blood more often to test. Will be waiting for your results.

The best stud finder I’ve ever used is looking at where outlets or switches are, and or knocking on the wall. Lol Edit: I should add, it’s obviously not perfect and won’t find things like pipes or wires. It is a great method in a pinch though.

@ProjectFarm

3 жыл бұрын

Thanks for sharing.

@jooper99

3 жыл бұрын

'Old work' boxes laugh at you.

@deeeeeeps

3 жыл бұрын

As a very experienced trim carpenter I can agree. I can find a stud by this method faster than a detector. Register vents on the walls is another great indicator. There is always king studs next to windows.

@LynnGryphon

3 жыл бұрын

That's really cool

@deeeeeeps

3 жыл бұрын

@@corepuncher Knocking still works.

I just walk into the bathroom and look in the mirror if I need to find a stud. lol awesome video, gonna go buy myself a new one tomorrow. Thanks for taking the time to make this video

@ProjectFarm

Жыл бұрын

lol Thanks and you are welcome!

Fantastic thorough scientific approach. Thanks again.

@ProjectFarm

2 жыл бұрын

Thanks and you are welcome!

There are different walls that I've encountered that REALLY make it challenging for the stud finders. - thicker drywall - 2 layers of drywall. - lath and plaster walls. - plaster over drywall. I hate most stud finders that I've used, but I find the Franklin to be the most helpful for the thicker walls, though they don't sense them perfectly either.

@ProjectFarm

3 жыл бұрын

Thanks for sharing.

@-Viceroy-

3 жыл бұрын

Insulation behind the drywall is tricky for the stud detection.

How about the best hand file, tested on metals of different hardness.

@v.e.7236

3 жыл бұрын

I pretty sure he's got a video of different files.

@ProjectFarm

3 жыл бұрын

Thanks for the video idea.

@tady5720

3 жыл бұрын

@@ProjectFarm another somewhat similar idea, wood rasps, with different types of wood of varying hardness, and maybe at the end a torture test with metals.

@jasonc3522

3 жыл бұрын

@@tady5720 the thought of running wood rasps across metal is cringe inducing on several different levels.

You rock! From now on, whenever I need to buy something, I'm going to check your channel for a review of options.

@ProjectFarm

Жыл бұрын

Thanks!

Thanks. The most professional review of this kind

@ProjectFarm

2 жыл бұрын

Thanks and you are welcome!