What blade types are available for caulkers?
What blade types are available for caulkers? |
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The blade of a caulker is usually made from PVC (Polyvinyl Chloride)
PVC is the world’s third-most widely produced plastic. |
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Caulker blades also come in various metal and plastic varieties, but the key thing to note is that they are all flexible.
A metal blade will be slightly less flexible than a typical PVC blade but it will be more durable. |
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Metal vs. plastic caulker blades |
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Metal blades may rust unless cleaned properly after each use. Rusty caulker blades will leave unwanted streaks on plaster, so keep your tools clean!
Metal blades are good for filling-in work as their slightly firmer structure allows you to apply a greater amount of pressure. If you want the benefits of a metal blade, opt for stainless steel. |
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Plastic (PVC) blades are more flexible than metal ones.
PVC blades will never snap or rust and they are wipe-clean too! Their flexibility make them perfect for jobs such as feathering (blending-in). |
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