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

Ex: After finishing the mural , she carefully cleaned her paintbrush to keep it in good condition .
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a hand tool used to apply paint to large surfaces quickly and evenly

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

Ex: After assembling the furniture , they used a paint sprayer to add a glossy finish to the wood .
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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: She held the putty knife at an angle to spread the filler evenly over the surface .
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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: He reached for a notched trowel to help spread the adhesive more evenly across the countertop.
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a handheld tool used to spread, level, and smooth materials like plaster, concrete, or grout during construction or finishing work

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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: The carpenter used a glazing knife to smooth the putty around the window frame.
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caulk gun
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a handheld tool specifically designed for dispensing caulk or sealant from a cartridge

Ex: He used a caulk gun to ensure a smooth and even layer of caulk along the seams.
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glue gun
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a handheld tool that melts and dispenses adhesive glue sticks for bonding materials together

Ex: She burned her finger while working with the glue gun, so she was more careful the next time .
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a tool specifically designed for applying adhesive onto surfaces

Ex: With the adhesive roller, you can avoid the mess that comes with using liquid glue .
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a tool with bristles or fibers used for applying paint, stain, or sealant to masonry surfaces, such as bricks, blocks, or concrete

Ex: For the best results , use a masonry brush when applying water to the brick before sealing .
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a woodworking tool that applies pressure to hold a workpiece securely during cutting or shaping operations

Ex: With the featherboard in place , the saw cut through the material smoothly and accurately .
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heat gun
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a handheld tool that emits hot air and is used for tasks like paint stripping, shrink-wrapping, and loosening adhesive

Ex: She used a heat gun to remove the labels from the jars for her craft project .
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a small portable device that produces a hot flame for heating and bonding materials together, typically used in crafts or repairs

Ex: She carefully heated the metal with the soldering torch before adding the solder to create a strong bond.
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trowel
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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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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: He cleaned his brick trowel after each layer of bricks to keep it in good condition .
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a small, rectangular handheld tool with a flat, pointed blade and a handle, used for various tasks in masonry and tile work

Ex: After mixing the mortar , she used a margin trowel to scoop it onto the surface for application .
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a specialized hand tool with a triangular-shaped blade used for applying joint compound to inside corners during drywall installation and finishing

Ex: He carefully ran the corner trowel along the corners to create sharp lines in the freshly plastered walls.
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a small, flat-bladed handheld tool with a pointed tip and a handle, primarily used in masonry and plastering work

Ex: For detailed work on the corners , the gauging trowel was the perfect tool .
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