Marshalltown 16252 1/16 Inch Notch Trowel Flooring

Product Description

The MARSHALLTOWN 16252 is a notch trowel designed for spreading adhesive and mastic onto subfloor surfaces prior to installing tile, carpet, and other floor coverings. The trowel features a black handle paired with a full hard steel blade, providing consistent notch depth across the working surface. With a 1/16 inch notch size, this tool is suited for applications requiring a thin, uniform adhesive bed. Flooring installers and tile setters rely on this trowel as a standard hand tool for surface prep work on residential and light commercial projects.

This trowel is used in floor covering installation where adhesive or mastic must be combed onto a base surface before laying material. The 1/16 inch notch depth is appropriate for lightweight floor coverings and thin-set applications that specify a fine adhesive profile. It is commonly used by flooring contractors, tile installers, and general trades performing finish flooring work in both residential remodels and new construction.

Key Features

• 1/16 inch notch size for thin, uniform adhesive coverage
• Full hard steel blade for consistent notch depth and durability
• Black handle provides a secure grip during use
• Lightweight at 0.375 pounds, reducing hand fatigue on large installations
• Suitable for spreading adhesive, mastic, and similar floor covering compounds

Compatibility

Designed as a standard notch trowel for use with flooring adhesives and mastics in residential and light commercial tile, carpet, and floor covering installation applications.

Installation Notes

Notch trowels are installed by hand and require no power tools. Ensure the subfloor surface is clean, flat, and dry before applying adhesive. Hold the trowel at a consistent angle to maintain uniform notch depth across the spread area. Follow the adhesive or mastic manufacturer instructions for open time and coverage rate before setting floor covering material.