If laying out square lines is part of your next home improvement project, here’s a great way to do it using the Pythagorean theorem (A² + B² = C²) to form a right angle triangle with 3′ and 4′ sides and a diagonal of 5′:

  1. Establish a 4′ line parallel to a wall.
  2. Measure out 3′ from one end of the 4′ line roughly perpendicular to it.
  3. Hold a tape measure on the other end of the 4′ line.
  4. Measure 5′ so it forms a triangle with the end of the 3′ line.
  5. Adjust the angle of the 3′ line until the tape measure aligns with it.

Watch the video above to find out more.

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Mitchell Layton

Mitchell Layton is a former professional mover who currently lives in Philadelphia, Pennsylvania. Mitchell spent years packing and moving for REAL Rock N Roll Movers, a commercial and residential moving company based in Los Angeles that’s primarily staffed with up-and-coming musicians. That gave him plenty of experience navigating box trucks up and down the winding streets of LA. In addition to moving hundreds of happy customers into new homes and apartments all across Southern California, Mitchell has also performed corporate moves on company lots for Nickelodeon, Warner Bros, Universal Studios, Paramount, and more. After pouring blood, sweat, and tears into his profession, Mitchell has all the helpful tips you need for your next move.

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