DEAR TIM: I’m just starting to get into building and remodeling as a do-it-yourselfer. Now that I’m using a tape measure, I’m having some difficulty. Perhaps I should have paid more attention in math ...

Q. I’m just starting to get into building and remodeling as a do-it-yourselfer. Now that I’m using a tape measure, I’m having some difficulty. Can you tell me about the markings, what they mean and ...

If you've been using a tape measure while working on home projects, you may be wondering why some of the numbers are red.

Q: Can you tell me about the markings on tape measures, what they mean and about all the special markings? A: It's hard to believe you could improve a tape measure, but a few companies have really ...

Tape measures typically consist of a long flexible steel blade (the tape) coiled inside a plastic or metal case with a spring mechanism to retract the tape after being extended. While the markings can ...