{"product_id":"marshalltown-stainless-steel-u-notch-trowel-3-8-in-x-1-2-in-with-durasoft-handle","title":"Marshalltown Stainless Steel U-Notch Trowel 3\/8 in. x 1\/2 in. with DuraSoft Handle","description":"\u003ch1\u003eMarshalltown Stainless Steel U-Notch Trowel 3\/8 in. x 1\/2 in. with DuraSoft Handle\u003c\/h1\u003e\u003chr\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eThe Marshalltown U-notch trowel is a stainless steel notched trowel with U-shaped notches measuring 3\/8 in. along the X, 1\/2 in. along the Y and 1-1\/2 in. spacing (Z), fitted with a DuraSoft handle. Sold as one trowel, it spreads adhesives, mortars and compounds to a controlled ridged profile. Pair with margin trowels and floats for full masonry and wallboard work.\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\u003chr\u003e\u003ch2\u003eKey Features:\u003c\/h2\u003e\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eU-shaped notches:\u003c\/strong\u003e U-shaped notches produce rounded adhesive ridges for consistent coverage.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eStainless steel blade:\u003c\/strong\u003e Stainless steel blade resists rust when working with wet mortars and adhesives.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eDuraSoft handle:\u003c\/strong\u003e DuraSoft handle provides a comfortable, secure grip during long spreads.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003e3\/8 x 1\/2 in. notches:\u003c\/strong\u003e Notch dimensions of 3\/8 in. X, 1\/2 in. Y with 1-1\/2 in. Z spacing set the ridged spread pattern.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eMasonry and wallboard use:\u003c\/strong\u003e Listed for masonry and wallboard tool applications such as adhesives, mortars and compounds.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\u003chr\u003e\u003ch2\u003eSpecifications Table:\u003c\/h2\u003e\u003ctable\u003e\n\u003cthead\u003e\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eSpecification\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003cth\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eDetails\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\u003c\/thead\u003e\n\u003ctbody\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eBrand\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eMarshalltown Company\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eSell unit\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e1 trowel\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eProduct line\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eMarshalltown Notch Trowel U-Shaped\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eDimensions\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eNotches 3\/8 in. X, 1\/2 in. Y, 1-1\/2 in. Z\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eMaterial\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eStainless steel blade\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eColor \/ finish\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eStainless steel with DuraSoft handle\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eHandle\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eDuraSoft handle\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eNotch shape\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eU-shaped\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eIntended use\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eSpreading adhesives, mortars and compounds in masonry and wallboard work\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003c\/tbody\u003e\n\u003c\/table\u003e\u003chr\u003e\u003ch2\u003eFit and Compatibility:\u003c\/h2\u003e\u003cp\u003eA hand tool with no system requirements; pair with matching Marshalltown margin trowels, floats and screeds for masonry and wallboard work. Notch size must match the adhesive manufacturer's specified spread.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003chr\u003e\u003ch2\u003eFrequently Asked Questions (FAQ):\u003c\/h2\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eQ: What notch size is this trowel?\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eA:\u003c\/strong\u003e It has U-shaped notches of 3\/8 in. in the X dimension, 1\/2 in. in the Y dimension and 1-1\/2 in. in the Z dimension.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003chr\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eQ: What is included?\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eA:\u003c\/strong\u003e One stainless steel U-notch trowel with a DuraSoft handle.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003chr\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eQ: What is the blade made of?\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eA:\u003c\/strong\u003e Stainless steel, which resists corrosion when used with wet mortars and adhesives.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003chr\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eQ: What adhesives does it suit?\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eA:\u003c\/strong\u003e Use it wherever the specified spread calls for this U-notch size, such as thinset, mastic or compound; always follow the adhesive maker's trowel recommendation.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003chr\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eQ: How do I clean it?\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eA:\u003c\/strong\u003e Wipe and rinse the blade before the mortar or adhesive sets to keep the notches sharp and clear.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003chr\u003e\u003ch2\u003eExpert Verdict — Reviewed by the SuperArbor Pro Desk\u003c\/h2\u003e\u003cp\u003eMatch this 3\/8 x 1\/2 in. U-notch to the adhesive or mortar specification; using a different notch size changes the spread rate and can void the adhesive's coverage guidance. The U profile leaves rounded ridges that collapse and bridge well under tile or panels. Keep a second trowel on hand so you can keep spreading while one sets up.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cem\u003eNotched trowel edges are sharp; handle carefully, cut away from your body, and wear cut-resistant gloves when working close to the blade.\u003c\/em\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\u003chr\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eOrder the Marshalltown stainless steel U-notch trowel with DuraSoft handle for your next spread.\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Marshalltown","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":67587805446511,"sku":"MTN.5709SSD","price":42.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0830\/3499\/7051\/files\/SKU_3971593-primary.jpg?v=1790462803","url":"https:\/\/superarbor.io\/products\/marshalltown-stainless-steel-u-notch-trowel-3-8-in-x-1-2-in-with-durasoft-handle","provider":"Super Arbor","version":"1.0","type":"link"}