An expert carpenter explains how to read a tape measure in simple language. More info at DaveOsborne.com, which has over 200 articles on building stairs, cutting stringers, building doors, putting a window into a wall, reroofing, building sheds, shed plans, picnic table plans, woodworking plans, gazebo plans.





7. March 2010 at 7:27 pm
Very helpful video. I learned several things I didn’t know about tape measures even though I’ve used them for years!
I never knew about the “dumb end” of the tape and why it’s not so dumb.
9. March 2010 at 8:10 am
What a great video! I’ve learned a lot and I plan to have my kids watch it as part of their next math lesson–and memorize the 1/16ths. Also love the “clever end” of the tape now, too. I always wondered why it was kind of wobbly at the end. Great job!