{"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":[{"product_id":"38778","title":"Mechanical China Markers Red\/Black (2 pack)","description":"The QEP China Markers include 1 red and 1 black grease-type pencil to mark a variety of non-porous tile and stone surfaces for accurate cutting. Since they are retractable, these markers don't need to be sharpened. Simply twist the end to expose more marking material. 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The pack includes one red marker and one black marker with an easy to peel string that eliminates the need to sharpen them.","brand":"QEP","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":48906012688603,"sku":"38779","price":0.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0743\/4066\/3515\/files\/QEP_38779_Premium-Wax-Blend-China-Markers_1_qermoezmhep1_20251107.jpg?v=1782341043"},{"product_id":"10711","title":"Multi-Use Trim Shears for Angle Cuts","description":"QEP Multi-Use Trim Shears easily cut light materials, such as quarter rounds, with extreme precision. The miter guide is marked at 45, 90 and 120 degrees for quick, accurate angle cuts. The cushioned grip is comfortable for repeat use.","brand":"QEP","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":48906012754139,"sku":"10711","price":0.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0743\/4066\/3515\/files\/QEP_10711_Multi-Use-Trim-Shears-for-Angle-Cuts_1_ottafjsjd0oj_20220901.jpg?v=1782341018"},{"product_id":"10038","title":"6\" Locking Contour Gauge","description":"The QEP 6 \" Locking Contour Gauge is a must have for your installation project. This gauge is ideal for going around pipes, round columns, conduits and irregularly-shaped walls, eliminating the need to guess the dimensions of irregular shapes and wasting material. When cutting larger angles or curves, the contour gauge is designed to connect 2 of them together, allowing for coverage of larger areas. Quickly create a template for any shape by pressing the gauge against an object. Then, pull the lever to lock the contour gauge and copy the shape onto the surface to be cut with a China marker. The locking feature makes moving the gauge and tracing the shape simple.","brand":"QEP","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":48906024845531,"sku":"10038","price":0.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0743\/4066\/3515\/files\/QEP_10038_6-in-Locking-Contour-Gauge_1_knsfvl2j7nfp_20220726.jpg?v=1782341061"},{"product_id":"61613","title":"16 oz. White Rubber Tile Tapping Mallet","description":"The QEP model 61613, 16 oz. White Rubber Mallet is ideal for tapping tile into thinset, as well as many other uses. The white rubber head is specifically designed for minimum bounce when striking and will not mar surfaces. 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