Masonry trowel AWTools AW30290, weight 760 g, hand tool for laying mortar

Masonry trowel AWTools AW30290, weight 760 g, hand tool for laying mortar is a manual tool designed for applying, spreading and smoothing mortar during bricklaying and other masonry tasks. The tool features an aluminium body with increased rigidity, an orange hydrorubber-covered backing plate that removes dirt and retains water, an articulated plastic handle for attaching a stick and an adjustable working angle. AWTools AW30290 is made in Poland and intended for use by professional builders and DIY users performing masonry, tile cleaning after grouting and final floating.

Advantages

The aluminium construction provides a lightweight yet rigid body, reducing operator fatigue while maintaining durability. The hydrorubber-covered backing plate improves cleaning performance and helps retain the right amount of water for mortar work. An articulated plastic handle enables attachment of a telescopic or wooden stick for extended reach and better leverage, while the adjustable working angle allows precise control when applying or smoothing mortar. The tool’s 760 g weight balances stability and manoeuvrability.

Suitable for

• Applying and spreading mortar for bricks and blocks
• Smoothing and finishing mortar joints
• Cleaning tiles after grouting
• Final floating and polishing of rendered surfaces
• DIY masonry repairs and small construction jobs

Key specifications

• Body material: aluminium with increased rigidity
• Backing plate: hydrorubber-covered, orange
• Handle: articulated plastic suitable for stick attachment
• Adjustable working angle for precise finishing
• Weight: 760 g
• Country of manufacture: Poland

How to use

Attach a suitable stick to the articulated plastic handle if extended reach is required, ensuring the connection is secure. Use the trowel to pick up mortar from the mixing tray or board, apply it to the work surface and spread evenly using controlled sweeping motions. Adjust the working angle to suit the task — a flatter angle for smoothing and floating, a steeper angle for applying mortar to vertical surfaces. The hydrorubber backing plate can be used to retain water and help clean excess mortar or grout from tile surfaces during finishing.

Usage recommendations

Rinse the backing plate and hydrorubber layer after each use to prevent mortar buildup. Store the trowel dry to avoid corrosion of any metal parts and inspect the articulated handle connection regularly for wear when using a stick. For tile cleaning after grouting, work while grout is still workable and avoid aggressive scraping that can damage tiles or the hydrorubber surface.