Description

BRICKLAYING TROWEL

A bricklaying trowel, also known as a mason’s trowel, is a hand tool used in brickwork or stonework for applying and shaping mortar or concrete.

They typically consist of the following parts:

• Blade: The flat, rectangular metal part of the trowel that is used to spread and smooth mortar.
• Shank: The thin neck that connects the blade to the handle.
• Handle: The part of the trowel that is gripped by the user.
• Heel: The flat end of the blade opposite the handle, which can be used for scooping up mortar or tapping bricks into place.
• Ferrule: The metal ring that connects the shank to the handle, which helps to reinforce the trowel.

Bricklaying trowels come in a variety of sizes and shapes, depending on the specific task they are designed for. Some common types of bricklaying trowels include:

• Pointing trowel: A small trowel with a pointed tip, used for applying mortar to joints between bricks.
• Gauging trowel: A larger trowel with a square blade, used for spreading mortar over a large area.
• Margin trowel: A trowel with a rounded tip, used for shaping and smoothing mortar around corners and edges.
• Flooring trowel: A large, rectangular trowel used for spreading mortar over floors.

When choosing a bricklaying trowel, it is important to consider the size and shape of the trowel, the weight of the trowel, and the material of the blade. The size and shape of the trowel will depend on the specific task you will be using it for. The weight of the trowel is a matter of personal preference, but a lighter trowel will be less tiring to use for long periods. The material of the blade can be either steel or stainless steel. Steel blades are less expensive, but they can rust. Stainless steel blades are more expensive, but they are more resistant to rust.