- Slip-resistant grip ensures safe use
- Aluminum mounting adds strength and durability
- Stainless steel blade for long service life
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The Wal-Board Tools 10 in. Taping Knife features a stainless steel blade for strength. The soft-grip handle provides slip-resistant and comfortable use. The knife mounting is tempered aluminum for added durability.
Highlights
- Stainless steel blade
- Tempered aluminum knife mounting
- Soft-grip handle is slip resistant for a comfortable, sure grip
- Ergonomic design for reduced fatigue
- Return Policy
- California residentssee Prop 65 WARNINGS
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Dimensions
Blade Width (in.) | 10 |
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Product Height (in.) | 9.25 in |
Details
Blade Material | Steel |
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Drywall Features | Comfort Grip |
Handle Material | Plastic |
Product Weight (lb.) | 0.54 lb |
Returnable | 90-Day |
Tool Type | Joint Knife |
Questions & Answers
does 10 inch stainless blade rust?
Yes, if not properly cleaned and dried after each use.
Why is the 10 inch more expensive than the 12 inch? All the other 10 inch taping knives are less expensive than their 12 inch counterparts, except for this Wal-Board model. Is it priced incorrectly?
It is priced correctly. My experience buying items for many years is that for this particular product they don’t produce as many and that it is not as popular as the 12”. Comes down to supply and demand. If you price a 3/4 copper 90 degree fitting vs a 3/4 45 degree fitting, the 90 will run $2.13 vs $3.53 for the 45. Same amount of material, just not as common. Hope this helps.
From what I am able to see on homedepot.com, the 10 inch version of this taping knife is priced lower than the 12 inch. Are you referring to a different model?
In which country is this made?
The Wallboard Tool Co., 10 inch Stainless Steel Blade Taping Knife is made in China
This knife has a "Cancer and Reproductive Harm" warning. What part of the knife has a chemical that generates such a warning?
The joint compound
Handle
Some of the metal in the tool likely contains some amount of lead. Typically not much, but enough that the laws in California require the manufacturer to warn users of the tool. While in this case, it's probably not as important to notify you of, it has been useful for determining which water spigots and hoses I buy, since you'd be surprised to find that many, if not most of them, contain some amount of lead as well. You don't want to ingest lead in ANY amount.
I'm guessing it's a component of/in the plastic handle since several of the chemicals are known to be hazardous
The rubber handle and maybe the metal blade. It's a California thing. As long as you don't eat it you should be fine.
difference between this one and the blue 12inch one
Won't rust.
I found the blue ones rust.
Is this flexible enough to create a knock down texture?
Yes
Any tool would be tough to cover stuco or popcorn Finnish. Would work on less aggressive sand Finnish.
Yes, ....It feels a bit stiffer than the spring steel Wallboard knifes I've always used however once I got the "feel" of it, I had no problem creating a variety of knockdown patterns (light to heavy and the extra heavy stucco look with the appropriate texture thickness and spray patterns).
Can this tool be used to scrape off a popcorn ceiling?
Yes, it works well.
Yes. Wet the ceiling first and don't gouge the corners.
Yes
Yes
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12 inch
Don't believe the big picture.
Which is what? I answered the questions as posted without detailed evaluation of the picture (though it is clearly a red plastic handled Wallboard knife with a stainless blade). Both the 8 & 12 do the job & perform appropriately dispute a slightly different blade feel in use compared to the spring I've used for 45+ yrs.
It is a 12 inch knife.
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Great for drywall finishing, the 10 in. stainless steel blade and comfortable grip ensure smooth, fatigue-free application. | Ideal for drywall finishing, the 10 in. blue steel taping knife offers outstanding flex and all-day comfort, ensuring a smooth finish. | Built for professionals: the 12 in. blue steel taping knife with soft-grip and hammer end ensures precise flex and reduces fatigue. | Great for drywall finishing, with a comfortable grip and tempered steel blade for smooth, efficient work. |
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10 in. | 10 in. | 12 in. | 8 in. |
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Stainless Steel | Blue Steel | Blue Steel | Steel |
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outstanding flex | Precise flex | ||
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