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30 Hardware Tools Commonly Used by Masons

June. 06, 2025

30 Hardware Tools Commonly Used by Masons

Introduction

Masonry work is an indispensable and important part of the construction and decoration industry, which requires professional tools and superb skills. The YIAD brand is committed to providing high-quality hardware tools for professional masons, bricklayers, decorators and DIY enthusiasts to meet various masonry construction needs. This article will introduce in detail the 30 hardware tools commonly used by masons to help you understand the purpose, characteristics and selection points of each tool.

Masonry tools

Masonry tools are the basic equipment for masons to carry out structural construction such as walls and floors. The YIAD masonry tool series is made of high-quality materials and is durable, meeting the high requirements of professional masons.

1. Bricklaying knife

Bricklaying knife is one of the most basic tools for masons, mainly used for cutting, laying bricks and applying mortar. The YIAD bricklaying knife series includes Philadelphia bricklaying knives, double-sided bricklaying knives and single-sided bricklaying knives, which are suitable for different masonry needs.

YIAD bricklaying trowel is made of high-quality carbon steel material, and after high-temperature forging and quenching treatment, the blade has high hardness and good toughness, and is not easy to deform or break. The one-piece forging molding process makes the overall structure of the tool more stable and prolongs its service life. The ergonomic handle design reduces fatigue during use and improves work efficiency.

2. Trowel

The trowel is used to apply cement and mortar. The YIAD trowel series includes square-headed trowels and pointed trowels, which are suitable for different application needs.

The YIAD trowel is made of high-quality stainless steel material, and the blade surface is flat and smooth, which is convenient for evenly applying mortar. The ergonomic handle design provides a comfortable grip and precise control, reducing fatigue during use. The square-headed trowel is suitable for large-area flat application, while the pointed trowel is suitable for corners and details.

3. Tile trowel

The tile trowel is used to cut tiles and apply mortar. The YIAD tile trowel series includes traditional tile trowels and modern tile trowels, which are suitable for different tile construction needs.

YIAD tile trowel is made of high-quality alloy steel, with sharp and durable blade, easy and accurate tile cutting. The blade is reasonably designed and moderately weighted, making it labor-saving and efficient to use. Traditional tile trowels retain the classic design and are suitable for traditional tile construction; modern tile trowels incorporate new technologies and new materials to adapt to the characteristics of modern building materials.

4. Trowel

The trowel is used to smooth the surface of cement and mortar. The YIAD trowel series includes stainless steel trowels, plastic trowels and wooden trowels, suitable for different smoothing needs.

YIAD stainless steel trowel is made of high-quality stainless steel, with a smooth surface and good smoothing effect; plastic trowels are light and suitable for long-term operations; wooden trowels are suitable for traditional processes and special surface treatments. Trowels of different materials meet various construction environments and effect requirements.

5. Gray shovel

The gray shovel is used to shovel and carry mortar. The YIAD gray shovel series includes square-headed gray shovels and pointed gray shovels, suitable for different mortar processing needs.

YIAD mortar shovel is made of high-quality stainless steel, and the shovel surface is moderately sized, which is convenient for shoveling and carrying mortar. The ergonomic handle design provides a comfortable grip and good balance, reducing fatigue during use. The square-headed mortar shovel is suitable for shoveling mortar on a flat ground, while the pointed mortar shovel is suitable for handling small spaces and corners.

6. Bricklaying wire puller

The bricklaying wire puller is used to ensure the horizontality and verticality of bricklaying. The YIAD bricklaying wire puller series includes fixed wire pullers and adjustable wire pullers, which are suitable for different masonry needs.

The YIAD bricklaying wire puller is made of high-quality materials, with a sturdy structure and flexible adjustment. The fixed wire puller is easy to operate and suitable for standard masonry; the adjustable wire puller can adjust the angle and height as needed to adapt to complex masonry environments. Both wire pullers can effectively ensure the straightness and accuracy of masonry lines.

7. Bricklaying fixture

The bricklaying fixture is used to fix the position of bricks to ensure the quality of masonry. The YIAD bricklaying fixture series includes right-angle fixtures and multi-angle fixtures, which are suitable for different masonry needs.

The YIAD bricklaying fixture is made of high-quality materials, with a solid structure and reliable fixing. The right-angle fixture ensures the right-angle relationship between bricks and is suitable for standard wall masonry; the multi-angle fixture can adjust the angle as needed to adapt to the masonry of walls with special shapes. Both fixtures can effectively improve masonry efficiency and accuracy.

8. Mortar mixer

Mortar mixers are used to mix cement and mortar. The YIAD mortar mixer series includes manual mixers and electric mixers, which are suitable for mixing needs of different scales.

The YIAD manual mixer is made of high-quality stainless steel material, with a solid structure and good mixing effect, which is suitable for small-scale construction; the electric mixer is equipped with a high-efficiency motor and a high-quality mixing head, providing strong power and uniform mixing effect, which is suitable for large-scale construction.

Both mixers can ensure uniform mixing of mortar and improve construction quality.

9. Mortar bucket

Mortar bucket is used to hold mortar. YIAD mortar bucket series includes plastic mortar bucket and rubber mortar bucket, which are suitable for different construction environments.

YIAD mortar bucket is made of high-quality materials, durable and wear-resistant, not easy to deform. The barrel body is reasonably designed and has a moderate capacity, which is easy to carry and use. Plastic mortar bucket is light and suitable for frequent movement; rubber mortar bucket is more durable and suitable for use in harsh environments. Both mortar buckets can effectively hold mortar and facilitate construction.

10. Bricklaying line

Bricklaying line is used to guide the horizontal and vertical degree of bricklaying. YIAD bricklaying line series includes nylon bricklaying line and cotton bricklaying line, which are suitable for different masonry needs.

YIAD bricklaying line is made of high-quality materials, with high strength and not easy to break. The line body is thin and tough, which is easy to straighten and fix. Nylon bricklaying line has good water resistance and is suitable for humid environments; cotton bricklaying line has a good feel and is easy to operate. Both bricklaying lines can provide accurate reference lines to ensure the quality of masonry.

30 Hardware Tools Commonly Used by Masons

Plastering tools

Plastering tools are used for leveling and decoration of walls and floors. The YIAD plastering tool series is reasonably designed and made of excellent materials, providing high-quality plastering effects.

11. Plastering knife

Plastering knife is used to apply and level walls. The YIAD plastering knife series includes large-area plastering knives and small-area plastering knives, which are suitable for different plastering needs.

YIAD plastering knife is made of high-quality stainless steel, with a smooth blade and good plastering effect. The ergonomic handle design provides a comfortable grip and precise control, reducing fatigue during use. Large-area plastering knives are suitable for large-area wall processing, while small-area plastering knives are suitable for details and corner processing.

12. Plastering knife

Plastering knife is used for scraping putty and filling gaps. The YIAD plastering knife series includes stainless steel plastering knives and plastic plastering knives, which are suitable for different scraping needs.

YIAD plastering knife is made of high-quality materials, with moderately flexible blades and good scraping effects. Stainless steel putty knives are durable and wear-resistant, suitable for long-term use; plastic putty knives are lightweight and suitable for long-term work. Both putty knives can effectively scrape putty, fill gaps, and create a smooth wall effect.

13. Corner spatula

Corner spatulas are used to handle wall corners and yin and yang corners. The YIAD corner spatula series includes inner corner spatulas and outer corner spatulas, which are specially designed for wall corners to ensure the flatness of the corners.

YIAD corner spatulas are made of high-quality stainless steel materials, with precise blade angles and good cornering effects. The ergonomic handle design provides a comfortable grip and precise control, reducing fatigue during use. The inner corner spatula is suitable for handling the inner corners of the wall, while the outer corner spatula is suitable for handling the outer corners of the wall. Both corner spatulas can create neat and beautiful corner effects.

14. Iron plate

Iron plates are used to hold mortar and putty. The YIAD iron plate series includes square iron plates and round iron plates, suitable for different construction needs.

YIAD iron plate is made of high-quality stainless steel, with a smooth surface, which is convenient for placing and taking materials. The plate body is reasonably designed and moderately heavy, which is easy to hold and operate. The square iron plate is suitable for general construction, while the round iron plate is suitable for special processes and effects. Both iron plates can effectively assist in plastering and scraping.

15. Plastering ruler

The plastering ruler is used to check the flatness of the wall. The YIAD plastering ruler series includes aluminum alloy plastering rulers and wooden plastering rulers, which are suitable for different inspection needs.

The YIAD plastering ruler is made of high-quality materials, with a straight and flat ruler body and accurate inspection results. The aluminum alloy plastering ruler is light and durable, not easy to deform; the wooden plastering ruler is traditional and practical, with a good feel. Both plastering rulers can effectively check the flatness of the wall and ensure the quality of construction.

16. Finishing knife

The finishing knife is used for the final treatment of the wall to make the surface smooth. The YIAD finishing knife series includes stainless steel finishing knives and plastic finishing knives, which are suitable for different finishing needs.

YIAD finishing knife is made of high-quality materials, with smooth and flat blade surface and good finishing effect. The ergonomic handle design provides a comfortable grip and precise control, reducing fatigue during use. Stainless steel finishing knife is durable and wear-resistant, suitable for long-term use; plastic finishing knife is lightweight and suitable for long-term operation. Both finishing knives can create smooth and delicate wall effects.

17. Wall brush

Wall brushes are used to clean walls and apply interface agents. YIAD wall brush series includes hard bristle brushes and soft bristle brushes, suitable for different

brushing needs.

YIAD wall brush is made of high-quality materials, with uniform and dense bristles and good brushing effect. The ergonomic handle design provides a comfortable grip and good control, reducing fatigue during use. Hard bristle brushes are suitable for cleaning stubborn stains, while soft bristle brushes are suitable for applying interface agents and detailed cleaning. Both wall brushes can effectively assist wall processing work.

Tile tools

Tile tools are used for cutting, laying and adjusting tiles. YIAD tile tool series is well-designed and made of high-quality materials, providing an efficient and accurate tile construction experience.

18. Tile cutter

Tile cutters are used to cut tiles. YIAD tile cutter series includes manual cutters and electric cutters, suitable for cutting needs of different scales.

YIAD manual cutters are made of high-quality materials, with sharp and durable cutting wheels, accurate and smooth cutting, suitable for small-scale construction;

Electric cutters are equipped with high-efficiency motors and high-quality cutting discs, providing strong power and precise cutting effects, suitable for large-scale

construction. Both cutters can effectively cut various tiles to meet different construction needs.

19. Tile pliers

Tile pliers are used to cut and trim the edges of tiles. YIAD tile pliers series include straight-mouth tile pliers and curved-mouth tile pliers, suitable for different cutting needs.

YIAD tile pliers are made of high-quality alloy steel, with sharp and durable jaws and accurate cutting. The ergonomic handle design provides a comfortable grip and greater cutting force, reducing fatigue during use. The straight-mouthed tile pliers are suitable for straight-line cutting, while the curved-mouthed tile pliers are suitable for cutting curves and special shapes. Both tile pliers can effectively handle tile edges and meet the needs of fine construction.

20. Tile scraper

Tile scrapers are used to apply tile adhesive. The YIAD tile scraper series includes toothed tile scrapers and flat tile scrapers, which are suitable for different application needs.

The YIAD tile scraper is made of high-quality stainless steel, with a flat scraping surface, uniform teeth, and good application effect. The ergonomic handle design provides a comfortable grip and precise control, reducing fatigue during use. The toothed tile scraper is suitable for applying tile adhesive to ensure the bonding area and thickness; the flat tile scraper is suitable for final flattening. Both tile scrapers can effectively assist in tile laying work.

21. Tile leveler

Tile levelers are used to ensure that tiles are laid flat. The YIAD tile leveler series includes adjustable levelers and fixed levelers, which are suitable for different leveling needs.

The YIAD tile leveler is made of high-quality materials, with a sturdy structure and precise adjustment. The adjustable leveler can adjust the height as needed to adapt to tiles of different thicknesses; the fixed leveler is easy to operate and suitable for tiles of standard thickness. Both levelers can effectively ensure that the tiles are laid flat and improve the construction quality.

22. Tile spacers

Tile spacers are used to keep the gaps between tiles uniform. The YIAD tile spacer series includes cross spacers and T-shaped spacers, which are suitable for different spacing needs.

YIAD tile spacers are made of high-quality plastic materials, with precise dimensions and easy to use. Cross spacers are suitable for use at the intersection of four corners, while T-shaped spacers are suitable for use at edges and straight parts. Spacers of different specifications can create tile gaps of different widths to meet various design requirements.

23. Tile rubber hammer

Tile rubber hammers are used to tap tiles to make them fully contact with the glue layer. The YIAD tile rubber hammer series includes white rubber hammers and black rubber hammers, which are suitable for different knocking needs.

YIAD tile rubber hammers are made of high-quality rubber materials, and the hammer head is soft and elastic, which will not damage the surface of the tile. The ergonomic handle design provides a comfortable grip and good control, reducing fatigue during use. The white rubber hammer is suitable for light-colored tiles and will not leave marks; the black rubber hammer is suitable for dark-colored tiles. Both rubber hammers can effectively assist in tile laying.

30 Hardware Tools Commonly Used by Masons

Measuring and auxiliary tools

Measuring and auxiliary tools play an important supporting role in masonry construction. The YIAD measuring and auxiliary tool series is reasonably designed and made of high-quality materials, providing accurate and reliable measurement and auxiliary functions.

24. Level

Levels are used to check horizontality and verticality. The YIAD level series includes bubble levels and laser levels, which are suitable for different measurement needs.

The YIAD bubble level uses a high-precision bubble and a durable aluminum alloy shell to provide accurate horizontal and vertical measurements; the laser level uses laser technology to provide a wider range and higher precision horizontal measurement. Both levels are strictly calibrated to ensure the accuracy and consistency of the measurement results.

25. Tape measure

The tape measure is used to measure length, width, and height. The YIAD tape measure series includes steel tape measures and fiber tape measures, which are suitable for different measurement environments.

The YIAD steel tape measure uses high-quality elastic steel belts, with clear and accurate scales and an automatic rewinding function, which is easy to use. The tape measure shell is made of impact-resistant materials and non-slip design, which can be firmly held even in wet environments.

26. Ink fountain

The ink fountain is used to mark lines on walls and floors. The YIAD ink fountain series includes traditional ink fountains and automatic rewinding ink fountains, which are suitable for different marking needs.

The YIAD ink fountain is made of durable materials, has a large ink capacity, and has moderate cord tension to ensure clear and accurate marking. Automatic rewinding

The ink fountain is equipped with a quick rewinding device, which is more convenient to use and improves work efficiency.

27. Ruler

The ruler is used to check the flatness of walls and floors. The YIAD ruler series includes aluminum alloy rulers and wooden rulers, which are suitable for different inspection needs.

The YIAD ruler is made of high-quality materials, with a straight and flat ruler body and accurate inspection results. Aluminum alloy rulers are light and durable, not easy to deform; wooden rulers are traditional and practical, with a good feel. Both rulers can effectively check flatness and ensure construction quality.

28. Plumb line

Plumb lines are used to check verticality. YIAD plumb line series includes traditional plumb lines and laser plumb lines, suitable for different measurement needs.

YIAD traditional plumb lines are made of high-quality materials, with precise weights and durable lines, providing accurate vertical references; laser plumb lines use laser technology to provide vertical measurements with a wider range and higher accuracy. Both plumb lines can effectively ensure the verticality of the wall and improve construction quality.

29. Knee pads

Knee pads are used to protect the knees and reduce the discomfort of long-term kneeling work. YIAD knee pad series includes soft-padded knee pads and hard-shell knee pads, suitable for different protection needs.

YIAD knee pads are made of high-quality materials.


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