Black & Decker BDSL10 36-Inch Gecko Grip Level with Accu Mark

Gecko Grip Pads - Prevent Slipping, For Single Handed Leveling, Do Not Leave Marks Accu Mark Targets - Get Accurate Results Hanging Pictures, Shelves & More Accu Mark Targets - Easy As 1-2-3 - (Step 1) Align Targets With Wall Mounts (Step 2) Level Unit & Mark Surface With Pencil (Step 3) Hang Object with Accurate Results Rubber End Caps - For Protection & Durability Ideal For Hanging Pictures, Shelves, Decorative Items & More!

Gecko Grip pads help hold the level against the wall -- even when you're working one-handed. The adjustable Accu Mark targets line up easily against the backs of pictures or shelves that have preset marks or hang tabs. Once you've established your Accu Mark targets, set the level against the wall and transfer their position with a pencil. The Accu Mark Level -- For All Your Leveling Needs Black & Decker's 36-inch Accu Mark level is designed to perform any basic leveling job with ease. Now you can hang pictures, shelves, decorative items and much more with all the precision of a professional -- and none of the guessing and re-guessing that damages walls with repeated drilling or nailing. The BDSL10 is a lightweight, handy home device that's packed with the high-grade durability and convenience features you expect from an industry leader like Black & Decker. This model boasts advanced Gecko Grip friction pads to help keep the level steady under pressure. These pads do such a great job of preventing slippage that you can even hold the level with one hand and mark the wall with your other one. But don't worry -- these grabbing nubs won't leave a scuff, so even the lightest paint is safe. In addition to the Gecko Grips, the BDSL10 also features two adjustable Accu Mark targets that slide along the center rail. These marks help you hang pictures and shelves with built-in wall mounts or preset hang holes; just line up the marks with the mounts on the back of your pictures, then place the level against the wall and note the spots with a pencil. Using this technique, it’s a cinch to hang heavy mirrors and large portraits, long shelves and big paintings. Key Technical Specs: Rubber end caps 36 inches long 2 adjustable Accu Mark targets Non-slip Gecko Grip pads Warranty This product is covered by Black & Decker's 2-year warranty. Black & Decker's Focus on Performance Black & Decker is a global marketer and manufacturer of quality products used in and around the home, and it also serves as a major supplier of information systems and services to government and commercial clients worldwide. With products marketed in over 100 countries, Black & Decker holds leading market shares in a variety of industries, and it frequently adds new product lines to its family of power tools, cleaning tools, outdoor power equipment, laser products and more.

Other reviews here saying the level isn't accurate or otherwise doesn't work correctly are wrong. They may have perhaps had a defective unit or a unit that otherwise would not have normally passed QA and slipped through. In this case my suggestion would be to return the unit. It does work as advertised. If your wall or surface is not flat then it will not work because the far side (the side opposite of the one you are holding) will not make contact. To use this level you simply apply slight pressure on one end and this is enough to prevent it from moving on either side. I never thought I needed to own a level until this one was designed. I think its brilliant. There are so many overlooked annoyances in life, and this product effectively and forever kills one of them (hanging up a frame with fixed position hooks by yourself). I think its brilliant because its very simple. Lowe's has this advertised and is selling this for $19.99.

this thing has great features (love the movable targets) but I wonder how reliable and exact the vials are.

I have been trying to hang pictures for some time now. They all have been uneven. Finally I can get them straight and even. I love the holes on the level that allow you to nail the nail in the exact spot and with no time and effect at all. The length is great so no matter what size you need to hang, you can. Everyone needs this tool as part of their inventory for home or office.

Bought this for $20 on Amazon while it was on sale. It was a steal at that price. Good level. Definitely worth $30. I would go to the hardware store if you need something a little more 'professional' though. Still, for anyone doing work around the house (especially picture hanging!), than this is a good level to buy.

This level worked great for hanging most of my large frames. The only problem I found was for smaller frames (