Magnetic Life Hacks

Magnets can be used to find nails in hardwood floors or reclaimed wood by detecting the presence of metal beneath the surface.  By moving a magnet over the wood surface and paying close attention to the areas where the magnet is more strongly attracted, it is possible to locate metal objects that may be hidden. In the case of nails, the magnet will be attracted to the metal nail and can help locate it beneath the surface of the wood. How do I locate metal objects in wood? To use a strong neodymium sphere magnet to locate nails in wood, you can...

Magnets can be used to find studs in walls by detecting the presence of metal objects that may be embedded in the studs. By moving a magnet along a wall and paying attention to areas where the magnet is more strongly attracted, it is possible to locate metal objects that may be hidden underneath the surface. In the case of wall studs, whether wood or metal, these metal objects may include nails or screws that were used to secure the drywall/sheet rock or plaster to the studs. By marking the spots where the magnet is attracted and looking for a pattern...

Golf ball markers are used to mark the position of a golf ball on the green. They are typically small, flat objects that are placed behind the ball when it needs to be marked. Many golfers use ball markers to mark their ball's position when it is in the way of another player's shot or when it needs to be cleaned. Ball markers are usually made of metal, plastic, or ceramic, and they come in a variety of shapes, sizes, and colors. Some ball markers are designed to be attached to a golf bag or a hat, while others are...

In the Dungeons and Dragons role-playing game, steel discs (or coins) are often used as counters to track various in-game resources. For example, a player might use a single steel disc to represent a character's hit points, moving the disc from one side of the table to the other as the character takes damage or is healed. Alternatively, a player might use multiple steel discs to represent different resources, such as one disc for hit points and another for spell points. Steel discs can also be used to track other in-game resources, such as treasure or equipment, and they can be...

If you’ve just purchased a sleek, snazzy new glass whiteboard, or are considering one based on the rising trend, you may be wondering which neodymium magnets will work best with your latest investment.Glass whiteboards are made magnetic by adding a layer of steel sheet-metal behind the glass. The one caveat to this long-lasting, aesthetically-pleasing board is that the thickness of the glass reduces the holding power of the magnets you choose. In other words, you’ll need slightly stronger magnets than you might have anticipated to hold your papers and documents in place. Depending upon your needs, we recommend the following...