Fine Rubber Sponge Float - 20mm

EWI Store Trade Basic Fine Rubber Sponge Float 20mm has been designed to smooth out render and help remove trowel marks. The ergonomic handle provides comfort and stability when using the tool, reducing hand fatigue. Excellent for medium to large surface areas.

Fine Rubber Sponge Float – Versatile Finishing Tool for Tiling, Plastering, and Rendering

The fine rubber sponge float is a high-precision finishing tool designed for professional use across multiple construction disciplines, including tiling, plastering, and rendering. Equipped with a fine-grain rubber sponge pad, it delivers exceptional control over surface texture and is ideal for achieving clean, uniform finishes.

Technical Applications:

 Tiling:

• Widely used for grouting ceramic, porcelain, and clinker tiles.

• Ideal for smoothing and shaping grout joints, especially with cementitious and epoxy grouts.

• Effectively removes excess grout and cleans tile surfaces without scratching, thanks to the sponge’s absorbent and gentle texture.

 Plastering and Rendering:

• Increasingly adopted by plasterers and renderers for finishing gypsum plasters, cement-lime renders, and thin-coat decorative plasters.

• Enables a variety of surface textures, from smooth and polished to lightly textured finishes.

• Used during the open time of setting, it allows for surface refining, moisture balancing, and enhanced bond strength.

• Particularly effective for reducing micro-irregularities and evening out the absorbency of the base surface before final coating.

Construction Features:

• Ergonomically designed plastic handle ensures comfortable grip and fatigue-free operation.

• Durable, fine-textured rubber sponge is resistant to abrasion and deformation.

• Balanced firmness allows precise control on detailed work, as well as efficiency on larger surfaces.

Best Practices:

• Can be used wet or slightly damp, depending on the material and stage of curing.

• Regular rinsing during use is recommended to avoid streaking or redepositing material on the surface.

Summary:

The fine rubber sponge float is a multifunctional tool that excels in professional finishing tasks where aesthetics, precision, and surface quality are key. Its wide applicability—from traditional tile grouting to modern rendering techniques—makes it an essential item for any professional contractor or finishing crew.

Properties

• Size: 20mm
• Designed specifically for smoothing render
• Ergonomic handle
• Fine soft sponge