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’ ...

There are several tips and tricks worth knowing when it comes to interpreting a tape measure accurately.

We may receive a commission on purchases made from links. There are few items in your tool box that see as much use as a measuring tape. So it's important to make sure that the tape you use is ...

“Unfortunately, professionals many times have to rely on separate measuring tools with disadvantages that can prevent their measurement. For example, a tape measure can be short of distances 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 ...