{"product_id":"sheetrock-us-gypsum-sheetrock-blue-steel-taping-knife","title":"Sheetrock Pro-Series 12 in. Blue Steel Taping Knife with Soft Grip Handle and Tapered Neck – 340027","description":"\u003ch1\u003eSheetrock Pro-Series 12 in. Blue Steel Taping Knife with Soft Grip Handle and Tapered Neck\u003c\/h1\u003e\u003chr\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eThe USG Sheetrock Pro-Series 12 in. taping knife features a rust-resistant blue steel blade, tapered neck, slip-resistant soft grip handle and an enlarged hammer end for striking and writing. One knife per sell unit. It is part of the Pro-Series economy line modeled after the popular Matrix taping knives.\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\u003chr\u003e\u003ch2\u003eKey Features:\u003c\/h2\u003e\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eBlue steel blade:\u003c\/strong\u003e The rust-resistant blue steel blade provides a flexible, durable working edge for taping and finishing.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eSlip-resistant grip:\u003c\/strong\u003e The full soft grip handle is slip-resistant for a secure, comfortable hold.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eTapered neck:\u003c\/strong\u003e A tapered neck makes the knife easy to maneuver during long taping sessions.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eHammer end:\u003c\/strong\u003e An enlarged hammer end allows striking and writing on the job.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eMatrix-based design:\u003c\/strong\u003e The Pro-Series line is modeled after the popular Matrix taping knives with the same tapered neck and soft grip design.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003e12 in. blade:\u003c\/strong\u003e The 12 in. blade width suits flat taping and finishing drywall seams.\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\u003eSheetrock\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eManufacturer model\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e340027\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 knife\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eMaterial\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eBlue 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\u003eBlue steel blade with soft grip handle\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eNominal size\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e12 in.\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eBlade width\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e12 in.\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eBlade type\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eRust-resistant blue steel\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eHandle\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eFull soft grip, slip-resistant\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eNeck\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eTapered\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eHammer end\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eEnlarged, for striking and writing\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eSeries\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003ePro-Series (economy line modeled after Matrix knives)\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eAssembly\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eAssembled, no assembly required\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eIntended use\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eDrywall taping and finishing\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\u003eThis Pro-Series knife is a standalone drywall tool; it complements the same-family Pro-Series and Matrix taping knives in other sizes, such as the 10 in. Pro-Series blue steel taping knife. Handles, blades and other finishing tools are sold separately.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003chr\u003e\u003ch2\u003eFrequently Asked Questions (FAQ):\u003c\/h2\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eQ: What is included in the sell unit?\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eA:\u003c\/strong\u003e One 12 in. USG Sheetrock Pro-Series blue steel taping knife, sold as a single tool.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003chr\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eQ: Will the blade rust?\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eA:\u003c\/strong\u003e The blade is rust-resistant blue steel, though like any carbon steel tool it should be cleaned and dried after use for best tool life.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003chr\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eQ: What is the hammer end for?\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eA:\u003c\/strong\u003e The enlarged hammer end can be used for striking and for writing on surfaces on the job.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003chr\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eQ: How does it compare to the Matrix knives?\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eA:\u003c\/strong\u003e Pro-Series is USG Sheetrock's economy line modeled after the Matrix knives, with the same tapered neck, soft grip and hammer tip design.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003chr\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eQ: Is the handle comfortable for long work?\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eA:\u003c\/strong\u003e Yes, the full soft grip handle is slip-resistant, and the tapered neck is designed for easy maneuverability.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003chr\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eQ: Is this a good size for taping seams?\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eA:\u003c\/strong\u003e Yes, a 12 in. blade is a standard width for flat taping and finishing drywall joints; smaller and larger sizes are available in the same line.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003chr\u003e\u003ch2\u003eExpert Verdict — Reviewed by the SuperArbor Pro Desk\u003c\/h2\u003e\u003cp\u003eA 12 in. blue steel taping knife is a versatile main knife for embedding tape and feathering joints, and blue steel offers more flex than stainless for smooth feathered edges. Wipe the blade clean between coats so dried compound does not drag lines into your finish. If you want stiffer control forembedding, step down to a 10 in. knife in the same Pro-Series line.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cem\u003eSteel blade edges are sharp — handle carefully, keep blades clean of dried compound, and follow California Prop 65 guidance (cancer and reproductive harm warning) as posted by suppliers.\u003c\/em\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\u003chr\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eAdd the Sheetrock Pro-Series 12 in. blue steel taping knife to your finishing kit today.\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Sheetrock","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":53396011680111,"sku":"USG.340027","price":16.25,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0830\/3499\/7051\/files\/13657_media_1.jpg?v=1789757765","url":"https:\/\/superarbor.io\/products\/sheetrock-us-gypsum-sheetrock-blue-steel-taping-knife","provider":"Super Arbor","version":"1.0","type":"link"}