On Aug 9, 11:21*am, "Walter R." wrote:
We are getting old and need a grab bar in the shower stall. The walls are
covered with 2x2 ceramic tiles, probably over sheetrock and standard studs
(standard construction).

How can I located the studs under the tiles in order to fasten the bar
securely? My little magnet gizmo for finding nails in the wallboard does not
seem to work through the layer of tiles. My clairvoyance is also not working
today. :-)

Once I know where the studs are, I can drill holes through the tiles with a
carbide drill and use lag screws to fasten the grab bar.

Thanks

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Walterwww.rationality.net
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Consider going through the studs from the other side if the wall
structure permits it. Drywall is easily removed, replaced, patched,
painted, whatever, to make other side access possible. It is even
feasible to remove a fair sized area of back side drywall and install
blocking for lag screws after having drilled mounting holes first
exactly where you wish on the tile side. I would prefer epoxy adhesive
for the blocking, but a good construction adhesive should work. If
mechanical fastening of the blocking must be done, avoid hammering
that would harm the tile by using construction screws with an impact
driver. HTH

Joe