Your next plastering project doesn’t have to be stressful. With the right trowel, you can get a great finish without any fuss. When working with plaster or similar, you don’t want any marks left behind. A smooth finish is essential, and a plastering trowel makes that simple.
The best plastering trowels shortlist:
ROLLINGDOG’S Stainless Steel Plastering Trowel with Two Sided 5/16 inch Square Notched Edges
Forge Steel Plastering Trowel
OX Tools OX-P532608 Pro Ultraflex Small Trowel
Wickes Powagrip Plastering Trowel
Marshalltown QLT Soft Grip Finishing Trowel
Ragni RAG65401S Corner Trowel
Magnusson Straight Plastering trowel, Set of 3
What is a plastering trowel?
Plastering trowels are typically used for spreading and/or scooping plaster to achieve an even application. They’re made up of a softer handle (for comfort) and a flat metal blade.
We have found the best plastering trowels on the market to make your job, be it DIY or professional, a whole lot easier.
The best plastering trowel
1 of 7ROLLINGDOG’S Stainless Steel Plastering Trowel with Two Sided 5/16 inch Square Notched Edges
The best plastering trowel with square notches: This plastering trowel has a thick stainless-steel plate with square notches on two of the sides to make laying out plaster in a grid shape simple. The ergonomic handle has finger groves so you can keep your grip firm. The bottom edge is smooth for finishing. Size: 11 X 4.5 inches
2 of 7Forge Steel Plastering Trowel
The best carbon steel plastering trowel: If you're looking for a strong heat-treated carbon steel blade on your trowel then this will be your top pick. The soft-grip handle makes it easy for you to control the plaster movement, creating a solid finish. This trowel can be used for final plaster polishing. Size: 13 x 5 inches
3 of 7OX Tools OX-P532608 Pro Ultraflex Small Trowel
The best small plastering trowel: This flexible trowel was designed to deliver the perfect finish. The unique twin blade technology gives this trowel ultimate flexibility plus it has a lightweight fully fastened shank for strength and balance. It's small but mighty. Size: 200 x 80 mm
4 of 7Wickes Powagrip Plastering Trowel
The best plastering trowel with corrosion protection: If you want a professional-quality trowel then look no further. This plastering trowel has a hardened blade for effective plaster movement plus it has lacquered coating for corrosion protection. The soft-grip handle means you'll always be in control. Size: 11 inches
5 of 7Marshalltown QLT Soft Grip Finishing Trowel
The best plastering trowel for full control: Handle turning can really mess up your control but this trowel has a cast aluminium square shank mounting to prevent this. The polished steel blade gives an excellent finish and is large enough to cover a lot of space at once. Size: 16 x 4 inches
6 of 7Ragni RAG65401S Corner Trowel
The best plastering trowel for corners: You might be looking to get a good finish on your corners but not sure how to achieve that. This corner plastering trowel makes it easy. Get satisfyingly smooth control with the stainless-steel blade to complete your inner corners. Size: 10 x 15.5 x 28.5 cm
7 of 7Magnusson Straight Plastering trowel, Set of 3
The best plastering trowel set: If you're looking for a decent set for variety then this is it. Each trowel in the set has an ergonomic handle and finger guards for safe and easy use. These quality trowels are all durable, strong and rust-resistant. You'll get a lifetime guarantee with this set for a great price.Size: 280mm
How do you use a plastering trowel?
When you trowel plaster, it means you’re working it to fill in holes so you have a smooth base. Use your plastering trowel to apply firm pressure (have a strong grip) and push the plaster around and into the holes. Scrape off excess, keep control and change your angle slightly if you’re not getting the desired finish.
For more tips and advice, watch this handy video from Youtube user Plastering For Beginners.
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