Marshalltown 8-in Blue Steel Taping Knife with Plastic Handle (Model 5508P-L)
Regular price $7.998-inch Blue Steel Taping Knife
Reliable drywall taping knife featuring a premium, flexible blue steel blade and comfortable plastic handle. Ideal for spreading joint compound and running corners quickly with a tapered blade and rigid alloy backer.
Key Features:
- Flexible Blue Steel Blade: Premium tempered blue steel delivers smooth spreads and feathered edges
- Rigid Alloy Backer: Reinforced aluminum backing plate maintains blade straightness
- Tapered Edge Design: Runs corners faster and easier for efficient finishing
- Comfort Grip Handle: Durable molded plastic handle for secure, comfortable control
- Made in USA (Global Materials): Built to professional standards
Specifications Table:
| Specification | Details |
|---|---|
| Model | 5508P |
| Blade Width | 8 inches |
| Blade Material | Tempered blue steel |
| Backer | Rigid alloy / aluminum backing plate |
| Handle Material | Plastic |
| Blade Feature | Tapered edge for running corners |
| Made In | USA with Global Materials |
Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ):
Q: What is the blade width?
A: 8 inches, suitable for spreading and feathering drywall compound.
Q: Is the blade flexible or stiff?
A: It uses a premium flexible blue steel blade with a rigid alloy backer for stability.
Q: What materials are used?
A: Tempered blue steel blade with an aluminum backing plate and a molded plastic handle.
Q: Can it be used for corners?
A: Yes, the tapered blade design helps you run corners faster and easier.
Q: Who is it suitable for?
A: Great for DIYers and professionals for drywall and plastering applications.
A Sleek, Blue-Steel Essential for Seamless Walls
This taping knife glides with a refined ease, laying down compound in smooth, whisper-thin layers. The tapered blue steel edge is the hero—precise and flexible—perfect for feathering joints into invisibility. Style it alongside a minimalist tool kit in cobalt and chrome tones for a studio-worthy workspace. Consider it a small luxury that delivers impeccably finished, gallery-ready walls.
Upgrade your drywall finish with this precision 8-inch blue steel taping knife—add it to your toolkit today.
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