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Tool Source stocks Ireland's widest range of professional plastering and masonry tools — finishing trowels, brick trowels, corner trowels, pool trowels, hawks, speed skims, floats, EWI tools, stilts and masonry accessories. Because everything is held in stock, all orders are available with fast next-day delivery nationwide across Ireland.
Finishing trowels are available in spring steel, stainless steel and gold Permashape — from 13 inch to 18 inch. In addition, the range includes corner trowels (fixed and adjustable), pool trowels for curved surfaces, gauging trowels, speed skims and plastering hawks. In particular, the full finishing trowel range from Marshalltown, Nela, Refina and Ragni is stocked at all times.
Brick trowels are available in Philadelphia and London patterns in 11 inch and 12 inch sizes. In addition, the masonry range includes pointing trowels, brick jointers, line pins, mason's line in multiple lengths and colours, line stretchers and masonry edgers. For example, the Marshalltown and OX Tools bricklaying ranges cover everything needed for block and brick work on site.
External wall insulation tools from Rokamat cover the full EWI workflow. In particular, specialist floats, rasps and finishing tools are available for EWI systems and render application on insulated facades.
Carbon steel trowels hold a sharper working edge and most experienced plasterers prefer them. However, they require cleaning, drying and oiling after every use to prevent rust. Stainless steel trowels, on the other hand, are lower maintenance — rinse and dry after use. Because of this, stainless steel suits Irish site conditions particularly well. Both types are available throughout this collection.
For trade enquiries or bulk orders: info@toolsource.ie / +353 87 9804668. Click and Collect from our store in Castlemaine, Co. Kerry.
Q: What size finishing trowel do most Irish plasterers use?
A: The 16 inch is the most popular — the best balance of coverage and control for general wall work. In particular, it suits most flat wall areas. For ceilings and tight areas, 14 inch. For maximum coverage on large open walls, 18 inch.
Q: What is the difference between a spring steel and stainless steel plastering trowel?
A: Carbon steel holds a sharper working edge and most experienced plasterers prefer it. However, it requires drying and oiling after every use to prevent rust. Stainless steel, on the other hand, is lower maintenance but takes longer to break in.
Q: What is the difference between a Philadelphia and London pattern brick trowel?
A: The Philadelphia pattern has sharp, angular heel corners — the traditional American style. The London pattern, however, has a rounded heel. As a result, the London pattern is the standard choice for Irish and UK block layers, because it is better suited to rolling mortar off the back of the blade.
Q: What plastering and masonry tool brands does Tool Source stock?
A: Tool Source stocks Marshalltown, Nela, Refina, Ragni, Ramboo, OX Tools, Rokamat, Kraft Tool, SurPro, Dargan, RST, Corona and Footprint. As a result, it is Ireland's widest range of professional plastering and masonry tools, all in stock with next-day delivery.
Q: What are EWI tools used for?
A: EWI (External Wall Insulation) tools are specialist floats, rasps and finishing tools. In particular, they are used to apply, shape and finish insulation boards and render on externally insulated facades. Rokamat EWI tools are stocked at Tool Source.
Q: What size plastering hawk do I need?
A: The 13 x 13 inch aluminium hawk is the standard professional size. Because of its size, it carries a full load of plaster and stays balanced for all-day use.
Q: How do I care for a spring steel plastering trowel?
A: Clean the blade while the plaster is still wet, then rinse with water and dry completely. After drying, apply a light coat of oil or WD-40 before storing. Because spring steel will rust if left wet, this step is important after every use.
Q: Does Tool Source deliver plastering and masonry tools across Ireland?
A: Yes — all products are available with next-day delivery nationwide across Ireland, dispatched from Castlemaine, Co. Kerry. In addition, Click and Collect is available from our store.
