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 ...

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 ...

People use tape measures every day in various tasks, from gardening to construction and everything in between. And, of course, it's a must-have in any DIYer's toolbox. But no matter what your project, ...

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 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 ...

Tape measures typically consist of a long flexible steel blade (the tape) coiled inside a plastic or metal case with a spring mechanism to retract the tape after being extended. While the markings can ...

Whether you’re measuring pieces for a home DIY project, working on a professional construction site or want to be sure a couch will fit in your living room, there’s no substitute for the best tape ...

SPECIAL MENTION: Using a basic tape measure can be a three person job—two to secure each end and one to write down the measurement. Reekon improves upon the simple device with a laser line and digital ...

The number of satellites whizzing by over our heads at any moment is staggering, and growing at a rapid rate as new constellations are launched. But sometimes it’s the old birds that are the most ...

It’s not often that a construction tool can elicit the same level of gadget lust as something like a new flagship smartphone does, but the T1 Tomahawk is a tape measure full of clever digital upgrades ...

45 million children are suffering from acute malnutrition worldwide at any given time As many as 2 million children die from acute malnutrition every year Acute malnutrition is treatable, but less ...