All about plastic trowels

A trowel (or trowel) is usually called a hand shovel with a curved handle. With its help, builders lay bricks or stones, lay tiles, process the seams. Some types of this tool are used in order to apply and level plaster, liquid wallpaper, mortar, tile glue.

Trowels are distinguished according to the material of manufacture:

• made of stainless steel;

• acrylic;

• from plexiglass;

• plastic.

With plastic tools, it is possible to adjust the layer thickness and its uniform distribution. They are maneuverable and lightweight.

In terms of shape, plastic trowels are usually divided into several types.

• Rectangular. They are a transparent rectangle with a plastic or plexiglass handle attached to one of the sides. Transparent trowels make it possible to see how the mixture is distributed, as well as notice irregularities and tears in the material in time.

• Trapezoidal. These are trapezoid-shaped plastic trowels.

• Oval (or round). Tools made of plastic, in the form of an oval, less often a circle.

The trowel belongs to plastering tools. It is indispensable when spreading over the surface of plaster or putty. It is very convenient to use it when working with liquid wallpaper, which is ideal for independent work on wall decoration, creating drawings, panels, painting.

Currently, the range of trowels for applying liquid wallpaper and decorative coatings is very diverse. A portion of liquid wallpaper is first applied directly to the tool. You should be aware that liquid wallpaper is distributed over the surface with light and smooth movements in various directions. This prevents damage to their texture. The finishing touches should be done in a clockwise circular motion.

A correctly chosen trowel will allow you to apply the mixture without much effort, even for those who are dealing with liquid wallpaper and decorative coatings for the first time. In order to make the right choice, it is recommended to use the advice of experts.

• The working part of the plastic trowel should be firm enough to pound the mixture comfortably. Press on the base, leaning it against the wall, if the tool is too flexible, then you should not buy it.

• You need to know that for beginners, the sole size should not exceed 30 cm.

• When choosing the shape of a plastic trowel, it should be noted that rectangular tools are recommended for spreading the mixture on a smooth and even surface. Trapezium-shaped trowels are used in areas that require precision in application: where there are switches, sockets, slopes, arches. Oval tools are indispensable in hard-to-reach places around rounded structures, bulges or depressions.

• Inspect the instrument carefully before purchasing. There should be no defects or imperfections on its working surface.

• The edges of a high-quality plastic trowel do not bend outward, they have a uniform thickness along the entire length.

• Before buying, you should evaluate the convenience of the handle. The best option is the handle, which has dense rubber inserts, it will not slip out of your hands when working.

• Due to the affordable prices for plastic trowels, it is advisable to purchase several tools of different shapes in order to alternate them depending on the area of ​​the surface to be treated.