After an apparent seven-year hiatus, the electronic tape measure has returned... with a smartphone-era upgrade. If you don't see the screen, the E-Tape looks like any typical tape measure you'd find ...

If you know your U.S. history, there have been several attempts to adopt the metric system, all to no avail. It's the universal standard for most of the world and way more intuitive, yet the chances ...

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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 ...

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, ...

Put the tape measure at the top of your hip bone, then bring it all the way around your body, level with your belly button. Make sure it's not too tight and that it's straight, even at the back. Don't ...

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 ...

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 ...

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 ...