What is Measuring Tape?
A tape measure or measuring tape is a flexible ruler used to measure size or distance.
It consists of a ribbon of cloth, plastic, fibre glass, or metal strip with linear measurement markings. It is a common measuring tool.
How To Use Measuring Tape In South Africa?
The true zero hook feature will keep measurements accurate.
Round up to err on the side of larger.
Use the housing for inside measurements instead of bending the tape.
The curve of the blade improves tape rigidity.
Use the serrated scribing tool at the end of the blade when a pencil is not at hand.
Don’t mistake the nail and screw grab for a simple hole in the tang.
Why is tape measure is important?
Tape measures are indispensable tools. We use them to build houses, to tailor clothes and to ensure fairness in trade and sports, pretty much any situation where we need to know the length of something.