Easy Read Ruler is designed to eliminate the confusion and strain of reading your typical ruler. Vivid white markings with a vibrant background allow easy viewing. Dual color design differentiates the metric and Imperial sides. On the Imperial side, each line is even marked in 1/4" , 1/8" and 1/16" against a blue background so there is no guessing or counting lines. On the metric side, the millimeter hash marks rise and fall, making it easy to identify the measurements against the black background. Millimeters are even numbered by fives, including 5, 15, 25 and so on. Nonglare surface on the 12" durable, stainless steel ruler makes reading quick and easy. Zero-bottom left-side edge allows easy height measurement. Straight edge is perfect for drawing straight lines.Easy Read Ruler is designed to eliminate the confusion and strain of reading your typical ruler. Vivid white markings with a vibrant background allow easy viewing. Dual color design differentiates the metric and Imperial sides. On the Imperial side, each line is even marked in 1/4" , 1/8" and 1/16" against a blue background so there is no guessing or counting lines. On the metric side, the millimeter hash marks rise and fall, making it easy to identify the measurements against the black background. Millimeters are even numbered by fives, including 5, 15, 25 and so on. Nonglare surface on the 12" durable, stainless steel ruler makes reading quick and easy. Zero-bottom left-side edge allows easy height measurement. Straight edge is perfect for drawing straight lines.