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Architecture and Construction - Applying and Spreading Tools

Here you will learn some English words related to applying and spreading tools such as "paint roller", "trowel", and "glazing knife".

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paintbrush

a brush used by a painter to apply paint to a surface

Ex: The artist dipped the paintbrush into the blue paint and began to create a sky on the canvas. 
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paint roller

a hand tool used to apply paint to large surfaces quickly and evenly

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paint sprayer

a power tool used for applying paint or other coatings to surfaces by spraying a fine mist of paint particles

Ex: He used a paint sprayer to quickly cover the fence with a fresh coat of paint. 
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putty knife

a flat, flexible hand tool with a blunt blade, typically made of metal or plastic, used for applying and smoothing putty, filler, or other similar materials onto surfaces

Ex: He used a putty knife to fill the cracks in the wall before painting. 
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notched trowel

a handheld tool with a flat, rectangular blade featuring notches or teeth along one or both edges, used for applying adhesive, mortar, or other materials with consistent ridges or grooves onto surfaces

Ex: She carefully worked the notched trowel across the wall to ensure the plaster was evenly applied. 
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float
float
[noun]

a hand tool with a flat or slightly textured face used for smoothing or finishing plaster, cement, or stucco surfaces

Ex: The mason used a float to smooth the concrete wall. 
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glazing knife

a specialized tool with a thin, flexible blade used for applying and smoothing putty or glazing compound onto window frames or glass when installing or repairing windows

Ex: To ensure a clean finish, she carefully ran the glazing knife along the edge of the glass. 
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caulk gun
caulk gun
[noun]

a handheld tool specifically designed for dispensing caulk or sealant from a cartridge

Ex: She used a caulk gun to seal the edges of the bathtub to prevent water leaks. 
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glue gun
glue gun
[noun]

a handheld tool that melts and dispenses adhesive glue sticks for bonding materials together

Ex: The craft project was much easier to complete with a glue gun, as the melted glue stuck instantly to the paper. 
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adhesive roller

a tool specifically designed for applying adhesive onto surfaces

Ex: She used an adhesive roller to quickly cover the entire poster with glue. 
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masonry brush

a tool with bristles or fibers used for applying paint, stain, or sealant to masonry surfaces, such as bricks, blocks, or concrete

Ex: He used a masonry brush to clean the brickwork after finishing the construction. 
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featherboard

a woodworking tool that applies pressure to hold a workpiece securely during cutting or shaping operations

Ex: The carpenter used a featherboard to keep the wood steady while cutting it on the table saw. 
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heat gun
heat gun
[noun]

a handheld tool that emits hot air and is used for tasks like paint stripping, shrink-wrapping, and loosening adhesive

Ex: The worker used a heat gun to remove the old paint from the window frame. 
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soldering torch

a small portable device that produces a hot flame for heating and bonding materials together, typically used in crafts or repairs

Ex: The technician used a soldering torch to repair the broken metal pipe. 
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trowel
trowel
[noun]

a hand tool with a flat, pointed, or rounded blade used for applying and spreading mortar, plaster, or other similar materials onto surfaces such as walls, floors, or ceilings during masonry or tile work

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brick trowel

a handheld tool with a flat, pointed blade and a handle, specifically designed for spreading and shaping mortar or cement when laying bricks or blocks in masonry construction

Ex: The mason used a brick trowel to spread mortar between the bricks for the wall. 
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margin trowel

a small, rectangular handheld tool with a flat, pointed blade and a handle, used for various tasks in masonry and tile work

Ex: The mason used the margin trowel to smooth out the mortar in the corners of the wall. 
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corner trowel

a specialized hand tool with a triangular-shaped blade used for applying joint compound to inside corners during drywall installation and finishing

Ex: The painter reached for the corner trowel to touch up the edges of the drywall after the first coat dried. 
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gauging trowel

a small, flat-bladed handheld tool with a pointed tip and a handle, primarily used in masonry and plastering work

Ex: The mason used the gauging trowel to mix the mortar in small batches. 
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