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 ...

Whether or not you're a tool enthusiast or frequent DIYer, a tape measure is a must-have. For a homeowner figuring out where to fit new furniture, a hobbyist starting work on a project, or a ...

To come up with this list, we tested 34 tape measures in our Lab and assessed them on ease of use, accuracy, durability, and overall value. We also considered blade length, blade width, blade material ...