Swan Glue Stick B3 250 mm

The Schwan Trowel is a notched steel spreading tool that ensures controlled and repeatable adhesive or mortar thickness in floor and wall installations. It's great for installing ceramic tiles, stone materials, parquet, vinyl planks, and textile carpets, plus base prep for various fillers and waterproofing.
The notching determines the amount and pattern of spread. You can pick from several profiles (like U-, V-, or square-notched) and tooth sizes for different adhesives and surfaces. The wide range of sizes and steel materials (like stainless steel or regular steel) lets you choose the right combo for the job without wasting time or materials.
The ergonomic handle (wood or composite, depending on the model) gives a solid grip and good feel on the surface, making it easier to keep even pressure. The rigid, straight-ground blade creates consistent ridges that improve coverage and reduce air pockets under the tile or coating. Picking the right notching matches the manufacturer's coverage rate and helps get the adhesion you need.
Schwan's lineup has options for different uses: smaller trowels for corners and repairs, wider ones for quick coverage on big areas. Some models let you swap the blade, which makes maintenance easy and extends the tool's life.

What it's for:

Tile and stone installs: The notched blade makes even ridges for ceramic and natural stone tiles. The right notching prevents voids and boosts adhesion, especially on big tiles or uneven surfaces. Spread the adhesive with the recommended trowel and check coverage by lifting a tile to see.

Wood and parquet adhesives: Flexible 1K/2K parquet glues need controlled spread height. The right tooth size ensures proper usage, fills surface unevenness, and keeps the adhesive workable. Work in sections so the glue doesn't skin over before you install.

Vinyl, linoleum, and textile carpets: Finer notching or lower ridges stop adhesive from squeezing out at seams. Even spreading cuts down on bubbles and improves the final surface quality, especially for thin coverings.

Base work for water and moisture protection systems: Spreading primer and prep compounds with a straight blade or fine notching supports even layers and good adhesion for the next steps.

What's in the package:

Schwan Trowel, selected notching and width variant – 1 piece

Use and care instructions (on package/label)

Features:

Notching: U/V/square (model-specific) – Sets the spread amount and ridge pattern; optimizes adhesive use.

Tooth size: variant-specific – Matched to adhesive viscosity, tile/coating size, and surface flatness.

Blade material: stainless steel/steel (model-specific) – Straight edge and stiffness ensure even ridges.

Width and length: variant-specific – Narrow models for precise work, wide ones for fast coverage.

Handle: wood or composite (model-specific) – Solid grip and comfy feel.

Uses: tiles, stone, parquet, vinyl, textile carpets – Controlled spreading of adhesives and compounds.

Compatibility: cement-based, reactive, and dispersion adhesives – Choose notching per adhesive maker's guide.

Schwan Trowel – how to use:

Surface: Clean and level the base. Follow the adhesive maker's moisture and temp limits.

Picking notching: Choose tooth size and profile based on adhesive, covering, and surface. Check coverage with a lift test (aim for 80–100% depending on tile type).

Spreading: Hold the trowel at about 45°; keep even pressure. Pull the adhesive in one direction and avoid 'sawing' that messes up the ridges.

Open time: Install the covering within the adhesive's open time. If it's open too long, adhesion weakens.

Cleaning: Wipe fresh adhesive off with the maker's recommended cleaner. Remove dried bits mechanically.

Maintenance: Carefully remove hardened adhesive from the blade; straighten it only if allowed. Store dry and flat.

Warnings:

Wrong notching can cause poor coverage or excess squeeze-out – stick to the adhesive maker's recs.

The blade edge is sharp – wear gloves and watch for cuts.

Work in good ventilation and follow adhesive safety info (SDS).

Keep out of kids' reach.

Don't use a damaged or bent trowel that changes the spread amount.

FAQ:
What notching for big tiles? Usually bigger teeth and square/U-profile for better coverage. Check the adhesive maker's chart and do a lift test.
Can I use the same trowel for parquet glue and mortar? Yeah, if the notching and blade match the material's needs. Often parquet glue wants a separate, bigger notching.
Why do ridges collapse or coverage stay low? Too small notching, wrong angle, or open time too long. Check the surface's absorbency and adhesive instructions.
How often to replace the trowel? When the blade rounds off or notching wears, spread changes. Swap it if coverage drops with the same setup.

Recycling info:

Package: Cardboard/paper – recycle; plastic wrap – plastic collection per local rules.

Product: Metal blade – metal recycling; wood/composite handle – energy waste/wood waste/mixed waste per local rules.