Schluter TRL-DHXL Ditra Heat Square-Notch Trowel 1/4 in
- Blade Material: Stainless Steel
- Material Type: Stainless Steel
- Handle Material: Metal
- Grip Type: Ergonomic
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ASIN: B01N4BUTBFCategory: Masonry Tools
Overview
The Schluter TRL-DHXL is a stainless steel trowel with a metal handle, built for spreading thin-set mortar or adhesive during tile and masonry work. At just under half a pound and roughly a foot long, it is sized for one-handed use on a job site or DIY tiling project.
Schluter is best known for tile edge trim and underlayment systems, and its TRL trowel line extends that focus into the application step itself. The DHXL designation points to a double-sided or extra-length notched trowel, though the exact notch pattern is not listed here, so tile size compatibility should be checked separately.
- Stainless steel blade
- Metal handle
- 0.44 pound weight
- 12 x 7.7 x 4.6 inch size
Who it's for
Tile setters and masons needing a dedicated stainless trowel for spreading adhesive will find this useful, as will DIY renovators tackling a tiling job who want a metal handle rather than plastic.
Pros and cons
- Stainless steel blade resists corrosion from mortar
- Metal handle built for repeated job site use
- Compact enough for one-handed spreading
- Notch size and pattern are not specified
- May be short for large-format tile work
Performance notes
A stainless blade resists corrosion from wet mortar better than plain steel, and the metal handle holds up to repeated site use without cracking the way some plastic handles do over time.
Specifications
| Brand | Schluter |
|---|---|
| Dimensions & fit | |
| Item Weight | 0.44 poundslower than 61% of 37 masonry tools |
| Item Dimensions | 12 × 7.7 × 4.6 inches |
| Construction & materials | |
| Blade Material | Stainless Steel |
| Material Type | Stainless Steel |
| Handle Material | Metal |
| Color | Silver |
| Included components | |
| Unit Count | 1 |
| Other details | |
| Grip Type | Ergonomic |
| Is Foldable | No |
| Style Name | Square-Notch |
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Frequently asked questions
What is the Schluter TRL-DHXL used for?
It is a stainless steel trowel with a metal handle, used to spread thin-set mortar or tile adhesive during masonry and tiling work.
What is the trowel made of?
A stainless steel blade paired with a metal handle.
How big is the Schluter TRL-DHXL?
It measures about 12 x 7.7 x 4.6 inches and weighs 0.44 pounds.