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Putty knife
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espátula, cuchilla para masilla
a flat, flexible hand tool with a blunt blade, typically made of metal or plastic, used for applying and smoothing putty, filler, or other similar materials onto surfaces
What is a "putty knife"?
A putty knife is a flat, hand-held tool used for applying, smoothing, or removing materials like putty, caulk, or joint compound. It has a flexible blade that allows it to spread and smooth materials over surfaces such as walls, windows, or wood. Putty knives are commonly used in tasks like filling holes or cracks, scraping off old paint, or smoothing out spackling before painting. They come in various sizes and shapes, with the most common having a straight edge or a slightly rounded blade, depending on the task at hand.
Example
He used a putty knife to fill the cracks in the wall before painting.
She carefully smoothed the joint compound with a putty knife to make the surface even.
The putty knife was perfect for scraping off the old paint from the window frame.
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