Secrets of Using a Tape Measure

There is more than meets the eye when it comes to using your tape measure. We all can see the measurements of inches and feet but there are markings and peculiarities that all top-grade tape measures have that most of us tend to overlook or don't know exist.

Fortunately Remodeling for Geeks has unmasked the mysteries behind the tape measure and share their secrets here and here.

   

They also recommend the correct marking and measurement tools you should use.

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