Notched Trowel
Home Depot item: QEP 11 in. L x 4.5 in. W Steel Blade 1/4 in. x 3/8 in. x 1/4 in. Square-Notched Tile Flooring Trowel with Comfort Grip (Model 49916-12, Internet #310849284)
About $14.48 at Home Depot
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Why it's on the list
Handy for tile or other glue down flooring.
From Home Depot
QEP Comfort Grip Stainless Steel Trowels are crafted with high quality materials for an extended life. With a rust-resistant, 11 in. x 4.5 in. blade, this square-notch trowel features 9 rivets, 2 of which are reinforced for durability, reducing trowel breakage, even in the most challenging installations. Use this trowel to easily apply thinset while installing 8 in. x 8 in. to 16 in. x 16 in. tile. This is a great trowel for professional installations and multi-use, DIY renovation projects.
- For applying thinset during select tile installations
- Rust-resistant stainless steel blade
- Longer shaft with 9 rivets for superior strength
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Serrated trowel for applying adhesive with consistent coverage. Common uses include setting floor tile, installing backer board, and applying thin-set. Specialized uses: different notch sizes for various tile thicknesses, LVP underlayment, and membrane installation.