The average tape measure has several useful markers that the average homeowner never really references.

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We may receive a commission on purchases made from links. It is a reasonable assertion that every household should have a tape measure somewhere. They are useful for so many things that we could write ...

“It’s a compact powerhouse that’s made my projects smoother and quicker.” Precise measuring is important when it comes to hanging home decor, furniture placement, building a shed, and other DIY ...

A tape measure is an essential tool in any toolbox, whether you're sizing up for new furniture or embarking on a DIY project. However, have you ever noticed that the end of your measuring tape seems a ...

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 ...

Some of my earliest memories are of me “helping” my dad and my grandfather build an addition onto my grandparents’ home. There are pictures of me swinging a hammer while I was still in diapers. One of ...

AR carpentry system eliminates the need for pencils and tape measures By Ben Coxworth April 14, 2025 The Augmented Carpentry system shows users exactly where and how to cut each piece of wood ...

Steel measuring tape is an interesting material, in that it's rigid enough to hold its shape when extended, but flexible enough that it gives way under pressure. Scientists have taken advantage of ...