You probably know the basics of how to use a tape measure, but it has a few built-in “features” you may not realize. Case in point: that little slot on the hook can be used to keep the tape measure in ...

Not having a measuring tape or a ruler to hand can be very annoying when you've got your mind set on doing a basic DIY home improvement task. What's even more frustrating is trying to measure the ...

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 ...

Sometimes, when you’re out and about in the world, you may find that it would be really helpful to have a tape measure. You could be like my mom, who carries a soft, lightweight tape measure like this ...