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Metal Rule (for small distances)
Best for: Measuring and cutting roll and sheet materials, such as wallpaper, glass, and plastic.
Look for: Rigid, thick metal rule, which makes a great straightedge when cutting materials; metric and English measurements.
Shown: 36-inch heavy-duty aluminum straightedge, from Empire Level; about $6; acmetools.com -
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