{"title":"Other Hand Tools","description":"\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003ePro Tip:\u003c\/strong\u003e Use a mallet to align tongue-and-groove joints, set luxury vinyl into adhesive, and tap planks tight, ensuring even impact without damaging the material. \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eEssential hand tools you will always find in the Professional Installers’ toolbox include:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003ca href=\"\/collections\/other-hand-tools?filter.product_type=Mallets\"\u003eRubber Mallet\u003c\/a\u003e: Used to align flooring, make sure to select a white rubber mallet to avoid leaving black marks on flooring.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003ca href=\"\/products\/10038\/qep-6-inch-locking-contour-gauge\"\u003eLocking Contour Gauge\u003c\/a\u003e: It allows for the precise, quick, and efficient replication of irregular shapes, curves, and angles around obstacles like pipes, door frames, and uneven walls during flooring installation. This is a great tool to save time on complex cuts, and to improve the overall accuracy of the cut for a professional, seamless finish.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003ca href=\"\/products\/10711\/qep-multi-use-trim-shears-for-angle-cuts\"\u003eTrim Shears\u003c\/a\u003e: Also known as miter shears, they are ideal for cutting trim, molding, PVC piping, and rubber, offering the benefits of clean, saw-free, and dust-free cuts. When selecting, choose Trim Shears with a miter guide clearly marked at 45, 90 and 120 degrees for quick, accurate angle cuts. \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003ca href=\"\/products\/38779\/qep-premium-wax-blend-china-markers\"\u003eChina Markers\u003c\/a\u003e: Used by the Pros to mark porcelain, ceramic, granite, and marble for precise cuts, they provide clear, durable, moisture-resistant marks that wipe off easily, ensuring accurate, clean cuts and easy cleanup.\u003c\/p\u003e","products":[],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0743\/4066\/3515\/collections\/Other-Hand-Tools_2500x651px.jpg?v=1781821831","url":"https:\/\/shopqep.com\/collections\/other-hand-tools.oembed","provider":"shopQEP.com","version":"1.0","type":"link"}