# Tape Measure Masters Builder Wows With Tape Measure Skills in YouTube Video By Jessica Marcel | Published 2010-01-29 | Pop Culture Source: Trend Hunter, https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/tape-measure-masters References: [boingboing.net](http://www.boingboing.net/2010/01/28/tape-measure-tricks.html) & [youtube](http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=Wx_5GI0QRdw&feature=player_embedded) Tape measures never seemed particularly impressive, at least not until this builder in a video called Tape Measure Masters was put on [YouTube](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/nano-tape). The [tape measure tricks](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/setime-clock) featured here defy imagination. The builder in the video is able to turn off a light switch, change a radio station, and even grab some keys off a table with his trusty tape measure. Watch the video above for more tricks from tape measure masters. **Implications** - Consumers today are easily entertained by their peers that possess [unusual or eccentric skills](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/the-hacksmith). Businesses that devote their efforts to exposing and showcasing the outlandish skills and expertise of different individuals will appeal to a wide audience. They will also develop a favorable reputation for providing original forms of entertainment. ## Trend Insights (Trend Hunter) - Score: 5.6/10 - Popularity: 71% | Activity: 88% | Freshness: 8% - Audience gender: 50% men, 50% women - Primary generations: Millennial - Top markets: North America, Europe, Asia ## Categories [Trend Hunter](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends) > [Pop Culture](https://www.trendhunter.com/popculture) > [Humor](https://www.trendhunter.com/humor) ## Key Themes ### Why This Trend Is Growing - **Unusual Skill Displays:** Businesses that showcase unique and eccentric skills will appeal to a wide audience for providing original forms of entertainment. - **Tape Measure Hacks:** There may be disruptive innovation opportunities in creating novel uses for traditional tools like tape measures. - **Viral Peer-to-peer Content:** There is potential for growth in creating viral content that highlights unusual and impressive skills or talents. ### Industries Being Reshaped - **Construction:** The construction industry could stand out by showcasing unconventional uses of tools and expertise. - **Entertainment:** Innovative entertainment companies could create content that features unusual and impressive skills or talents. - **Diy/home Improvement:** The DIY/home improvement industry could create tutorials and online content showcasing unique uses for traditional tools in innovative projects. ## Related on Trend Hunter - [Next-Gen Connected Tape Measures](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/digital-tape-measure.md) - [Connected Professional Tape Measures](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/acegmet-dtx-10.md) - [Next-Gen Tape Measures](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/comandi.md) - [Bluetooth-Connected Tape Measures](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/datapro-25.md) - [Sleek Rounded Measuring Tools](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/enso-tape.md) - [Boxing-Inspired Measuring Tools Campaigns](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/bosch-power-toolsboschpowertoolshaspremieredanewmarketingcampaigntitled.md) - [Intelligent Laser Tape Measures](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/hoto-laser-tape-measure.md) - [Digital Measuring Tools](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/lidar.md) - [Rolling Portable Measuring Tapes](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/neorulergo.md)