You’ve no doubt heard the carpentry proverb “Measure twice, cut once” and may even have made it a mantra for your own projects. But unless you know how to use a tape measure and correctly read its ...

The odds are good that most households have at least one retractable tape measure, either in a toolbox, a junk drawer or on a garage shelf. These measuring tools are relatively inexpensive, easy to ...

Did you know that a simple tape measure has a world of untapped potential? Yes, it looks like a humble tool, but you might be surprised by the multitude of tasks a tape measure can tackle and the ...

"A measuring tape is an extremely common tool, but understanding the different types and how to use them efficiently and correctly will help turn you from novice to pro," shares Michael DiMartino, SVP ...

The basic purpose of a tape measure is obvious, but it can be hard to get a precise measurement if it isn't used properly. Following is the text of the video. How to read a tape measure — and five ...

How well do you know your tools? We take a look at what the red square around certain numbers on a tape measure means so you ...

“Get a tape measure that’s easy for you to read,” says Danielle Guerrero, a DIY blogger for her website Our Nest on Powell. “For beginners, that’s probably the best thing to look for in a tape measure ...