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In this Handyguys video, we discuss tape measure selection and calibration.
Tape Measure Selection
You have a lot of choices, big and small, long and short, wide and skinny.
Wide Tape Measures
Wide tapes have a great benefit. The “standout” is how far out the tape can extend before collapsing. Usually the wider the tape the longer the standout.
Small tapes are great for … wait for it … small projects. They easily fit into a pocket or tossed into the junk drawer in the kitchen.
Click here to see a nice selection of small tapes at Amazon
Long Tape Measures
When you really need to go the distance, you will need a long tape. Perhaps if you are building a huge deck, laying out a foundation, measuring for a fence or any other situation where a normal tape won’t reach. 100, 200 and even 400 foot lengths can be had.
Watch the video to learn how to calibrate your tape . This is especially important when you have two tapes in use on a project. There are often slight differences from one tape to another. You can bend the hook on the end slightly to make sure they both measure identically.
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100% agree with you on finding a tape measure that has a good, comfortable lock! Too many inexpensive tape measures have either a lock that won’t stay engaged, or one that is impossible to push into place with a single thumb.
100% agree with you on finding a tape measure that has a good, comfortable lock! Too many inexpensive tape measures have either a lock that won’t stay engaged, or one that is impossible to push into place with a single thumb.
What are your guys’ thoughts on the numerous tape measure apps that are on the market? Would be curious to hear your perspective.
Hmmm, I think we will need to do a review of a few! I have played with the level apps but not the measure apps.