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 ...

There are many more ways to use a tape measure than most people are aware of. These pocket-sized tools have hidden features to make your DIY projects easier.

You've no doubt encountered a number of measuring tools in your lifetime. Common tools used for measuring range from the ...

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 ...

The red numbers on a tape measure can have various purposes, from making the blade more legible to determining the distance ...

You've heard the DIY commandment, "measure twice, cut once," and you can't do it without your trusty tape measure. You may have noticed in the process of getting those readings that the hooked tab at ...

We may receive a commission on purchases made from links. It's pretty obvious what the numbers on a tape measure are for but there are other helpful hidden tape measure functions you may not be aware ...

We independently review everything we recommend. When you buy through our links, we may earn a commission. Learn more› By Doug Mahoney Doug Mahoney is a writer covering home-improvement topics, ...

Gear-obsessed editors choose every product we review. We may earn commission if you buy from a link. Why Trust Us? Fractions: If you’ve ever had difficulty with fractions, using a tape measure just ...