Description
Rubi Stainless Steel Notched Trowel – RUBIFLEX Handle
The Rubi Stainless Steel Notched Trowel is a professional trade trowel designed for accurate, consistent adhesive application when fixing ceramic and porcelain tiles. Fitted with Rubi's open RUBIFLEX handle and a lightweight aluminium-reinforced blade, it combines comfort with precision, making it a firm favourite among professional tilers and bathroom fitters across the UK.
Key Benefits
- Stainless steel blade resists corrosion and holds a sharp, consistent notch edge over years of daily trade use
- Open RUBIFLEX handle gives a secure, comfortable grip and reduces wrist fatigue during long fixing sessions
- Lightweight aluminium reinforcement keeps the trowel balanced without sacrificing rigidity
- Available in seven notch sizes to match adhesive bed depth to tile format and substrate
- 28cm blade length for efficient coverage on walls and floors
Applications
Used by professional tilers, bathroom and wetroom fitters, and builders to spread tile adhesive evenly across walls and floors before laying ceramic, porcelain and natural stone tiles. Notch size should be matched to tile size: smaller notches (3mm–6mm) suit mosaics and small-format wall tiles, mid-range notches (8mm–10mm) suit standard floor and wall tiles, and larger notches (12mm–15mm) suit large-format and heavy porcelain tiles requiring a deeper adhesive bed.
Performance & Features
The square notch profile deposits an even, ridged bed of adhesive that collapses under the tile to give full, void-free coverage — essential for a strong, long-lasting fix and for meeting tile adhesive manufacturers' coverage requirements. The stainless steel blade is easy to clean between uses and resists pitting from cement-based adhesives.
Compatibility
Suitable for use with cement-based tile adhesives, rapid-set adhesives and flexible adhesive formulations. Compatible with ceramic, porcelain and natural stone tiles on walls and floors.
Backed by Rubi's reputation for professional-grade tiling tools, this notched trowel is built to perform daily on site — a genuine trade tool, not a DIY compromise.
Technical Specifications
- Blade length: 28cm
- Blade material: Stainless steel
- Handle: Open RUBIFLEX handle with lightweight aluminium reinforcement
- Notch profile: Square notch
- Notch sizes available: 3mm, 4.5mm, 6mm, 8mm, 10mm, 12mm, 15mm
- Colour: Stainless steel blade with black/red RUBIFLEX handle
- Brand: Rubi
What's Included
1 x Rubi Stainless Steel Notched Trowel (notch size as selected).
FAQs
What notch size trowel do I need for my tiles?
As a general guide, use 3–6mm notches for mosaics and small wall tiles, 8–10mm for standard ceramic and porcelain wall and floor tiles, and 12–15mm for large-format porcelain or heavy natural stone tiles requiring a deeper adhesive bed. Always check your tile adhesive manufacturer's coverage guidance.
Is this trowel suitable for both walls and floors?
Yes, the Rubi Stainless Steel Notched Trowel is suitable for spreading adhesive on both wall and floor tiling applications.
What adhesives can I use with this trowel?
It's suitable for cement-based, rapid-set and flexible tile adhesives.
Why choose stainless steel over a standard steel trowel?
Stainless steel resists corrosion and pitting from cement-based adhesives, keeping the notch edge sharp and consistent for longer — ideal for daily trade use.
What is the RUBIFLEX handle?
RUBIFLEX is Rubi's ergonomic open-handle design, built for a secure grip and reduced hand fatigue during extended tiling sessions.
Does the notch size affect adhesive coverage?
Yes — larger notches deposit more adhesive, giving a deeper bed for larger or heavier tiles, while smaller notches suit thinner-bed applications such as mosaics.