You already know that the highlighted numbers (16, 32, 48…) are for laying out studs, joists or rafters every 16 in. But what’s the deal with those little diamonds or triangles? They’re ‘truss marks’ ...

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 ...

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 ...

Despite the impressive range of this Leica laser, it still delivers measurements with 1/16th of an inch accuracy and up to 330 feet in distance. Its memory function keeps the last ten measurements ...

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 ...

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 ...

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 ...

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 ...

TOWSON, MD – A new national survey from Stanley, a Stanley Black & Decker brand and the world’s leading tape measure manufacturer, found that nearly half of residential trade professionals prioritize ...

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 ...