The simple art of measuring rise correctly
If you're working on a DIY project or even just baking bread, measuring rise is the one thing you really can't afford to mess up. It sounds like such a basic concept—looking at how much something has gone up—but the way we track that growth varies wildly depending on whether we're talking about a set of backyard stairs, a sourdough starter, or even the fluctuating sea levels across the globe. Getting it right usually boils down to having the right perspective and, more importantly, the right tools for the job. ...