Description
The TytanX plastic trowel 270 x 130 mm from Instar, code 101-3000, is a smooth trowel for applying and spreading levelling compounds and adhesives. It has a plastic body and a two-component handle with an anti-slip insert. The maker says it is not for finishing renders: for those, choose a plastic float for finishing render. The trowel sits in the trowels and floats range at Renders World.
What a Plastic Trowel 270 x 130 mm Is For
Instar made this plastic trowel for applying and spreading levelling compounds and adhesives. It does three jobs:
- Skim — laying on and smoothing gypsum skim, so it works as a plastic skimming trowel.
- Mortars — spreading mortars and construction adhesives.
- Levelling — levelling a surface before the next stage of work.
The maker lists what makes a good smooth trowel: resistance to deformation, an ergonomic handle, low weight and a working face of the right size. It says this trowel has all four. The plastic body is made for heavy use on site and resists mechanical damage. The handle is two-component with an anti-slip insert, and Instar says long hours of work do not tire the hand or raise calluses. The handle is glued to the base.
You choose the plastic trowel 270 x 130 mm by its working size. With the handle it measures 269 x 128 x 89 mm overall, and it has a mass of 0.33 kg.
Specification
| Detail | TytanX plastic trowel 270 x 130 mm |
|---|---|
| Maker | Instar Sp. z o.o. Sp.k., Limanowa, Poland |
| Line | TytanX |
| Code | 101-3000 |
| Working size | 270 x 130 mm |
| Face | Smooth |
| Body | Plastic |
| Handle | Two-component, ergonomic, anti-slip insert |
| Overall size, with handle | 269 x 128 x 89 mm |
| Mass | 0.33 kg |
| Barcode | 5906295865551 |
Not for Finishing Renders
The maker says this plastic trowel is not to be used for finishing renders. For that job, take one of the plastic floats for finishing render.
- Compounds — for the levelling compounds and skim it spreads, see the top-coat plasters and fillers.
- Bonding — for mortars and glues, see the EPS adhesives and basecoats.
- Another TytanX trowel — Renders World also lists a TytanX trowel with hydro rubber.
Safe Use
- Handling — it can slip from the hand and it can cut. The maker lists protective clothing, hand protection and eye protection.
- Heat — it can catch fire in an open flame and it can melt under long exposure to sunlight.
Ordering, Delivery and Returns
- Delivery — the Renders World team works out the delivery cost after you order and contacts you. Small parcels up to 25 kg go next day by courier, and deliveries are kerbside.
- Collection — from the counter at Unit 9A, Central Trading Estate, Southampton SO14 5JP, Monday to Friday 7am to 5pm and Saturday 7am to 12pm. The shop is closed on Sunday. Phone 023 8200 2442.
- Returns — goods can come back within 14 days in original condition. See the returns page.
FAQ
What is a plastic trowel 270 x 130 mm used for?
Applying and spreading levelling compounds and adhesives: gypsum skim, mortars, construction adhesives, and levelling a surface before the next stage of work.
Can I use it on finishing render?
No. The maker says the trowel is not to be used for finishing renders. Choose a plastic float for finishing render instead.
What size is it?
The working size is 270 x 130 mm. Overall, with the handle, it measures 269 x 128 x 89 mm and has a mass of 0.33 kg.
What should I keep it away from?
Keep the plastic trowel 270 x 130 mm away from open flame, which can set it alight, and out of long exposure to sunlight, which can melt it.