While it's not necessarily common knowledge, the metal tab itself measures 1/16", which can affect your measuring calculations. But how does it actually work, and how can you use it to your advantage?

Though most tape measures are made of a flexible metal, it’s common to see cloth tape measures (or, if you’re building IKEA furniture, even paper). But if you want more accurate measurements ...

Add articles to your saved list and come back to them any time. Sydney is in the grip of a flat-pack revolution. Every Saturday, up to 15,000 people wander through Ikea's maze-like megastore in ...