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’ ...

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 ...

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 ...

Expert DIYer April Wilkerson shares 13 tape measure tips to achieve faster and more accurate layouts in the shop.

The tape measure is a tried and true tool that every craftsman should have in their toolbox. Whether you’re new to building things or an experienced tape measure veteran, you’ll probably learn a thing ...

I have had several flexible tape measures over the years. They have varied in length from 12 feet to 25 feet and been made by different manufacturers. I even have one in that metric system you despise ...