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 ...

Make accurate measurements. A staple for any home, office, or classroom, a tape measure is a must-have for those of all professions and hobbies. When choosing yours, keep in mind the length of tape ...

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. While there are a growing number of measuring apps on your phone, the technology is still evolving, and they are not always ideal for precise ...

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 ...

For better or worse, cooking will always involve a certain amount of measuring. Usually these measurements are either by mass or volume, but sometimes dimensions come into play, and I am terrible at ...

Apple has developed its own augmented reality-enabled measuring app called "Measure." The iOS app uses ARKit 2 to measure objects, get automatic measurements of things like photos and tables, and more ...

On July 14th, 1868, 151 years ago today, Alvin Fellows, of New Haven, Connecticut, patented his "new and useful improvement in spring measuring tapes." Though not the first, Fellows' design is widely ...

From AR-powered rulers to GPS-based land survey tools, these 8 best measuring apps for iPhone and Android let you measure length, height, area, and even perimeters on the go. Accurate, versatile, and ...