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 ...

“A tape measure is absolutely crucial, whether you are measuring for a future piece of furniture or planning out something more detailed like a kitchen cabinet,” says Ming Thompson, principal of New ...

Whether or not you're a tool enthusiast or frequent DIYer, a tape measure is a must-have. For a homeowner figuring out where to fit new furniture, a hobbyist starting work on a project, or a ...

You've no doubt encountered a number of measuring tools in your lifetime. Common tools used for measuring range from the familiar 12-inch wooden ruler that we used in grade school to precision ...

The tape measure doesn't seem like a jack-of-all-trades device, as its main function, measuring things, is in the name. It is among the tools that no DIY enthusiast should be without. Everyone tends ...

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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 ...