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Trowel Size

1/2 x 1/2 inch Square Notch Trowel: The Worst Trowel for Large Format Tile?

July 31, 2024 by Spencer Wahlert Leave a Comment

1/2 inch square notch trowel is not recommended

The 1/2 x 1/2 inch square notch trowel is one of the most popular notch trowel sizes for large format tiles. The notches are big and deep with this trowel. That's a good thing as you need more mortar for bigger tiles. So, what's the problem with it? The 1/2-inch square notch trowel has a … [Read more...] about 1/2 x 1/2 inch Square Notch Trowel: The Worst Trowel for Large Format Tile?

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Tile Notched Trowel Buyer’s Guide

July 24, 2024 by Spencer Wahlert Leave a Comment

a kit of different sized notch trowels with one interchangeable handle

Notch trowels for tile are one of the tools that generate the most questions. I'm a professional tile installer that started setting tile in 1996. These are the trowels that I and other tile installers use. We use different-sized trowels for different purposes. Down below, you'll see … [Read more...] about Tile Notched Trowel Buyer’s Guide

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Mortar Coverage Basics: “What size Trowel…?” is the Wrong Question

June 29, 2024 by Spencer Wahlert 4 Comments

mortar on a floor that has been combed with a tile notch trowel

You're asking a very simple question: "What size trowel do I need for my tile project?" The reply should be very simple. However, the correct answer is "It depends." The problem is that it's not the right question to ask. Here's what you should be asking: First, a refresher on why notch … [Read more...] about Mortar Coverage Basics: “What size Trowel…?” is the Wrong Question

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Trowel Size Matters: Which trowel size do I use for …?

February 13, 2021 by Spencer Wahlert 170 Comments

Which size notch trowel to use for tile

You want to know which notched tile trowel size to use for your tile project. The boxes of tile that you buy usually don’t tell you which size trowel to use with them. Consequently, I get asked about tile trowel sizes quite a bit. It seems as though it’s a big secret. This post will … [Read more...] about Trowel Size Matters: Which trowel size do I use for …?

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