Scrapers & Putty Knives 

Choose quality putty knives for glazing and caulk

Putty knives have many purposes, from adding window glaze to tooling the caulk you put around the window. Flexible knives are best for applying glazing, caulk and tar. Stiff putty knives double as scrapers and can guide trimming cuts when hanging drywall or wallpaper. Craftsman, Stanley and Red Devil make both types of knives in a range of sizes. You may want to have several different sizes of these affordable tools on hand to suit various purposes. Many brands, including Vim Tools, sell them in sets for convenience. Better putty knives feature stainless steel blades that resist corrosion and are easy to clean.

Shop aprons have pockets for putty knives and much more. Task Tools carpenter's aprons are made from durable leather and come in several attractive shades. With 11 or 12 pockets, there's plenty of space for tools and fasteners. Belts are adjustable, and hammer loops are attached. The Craftsman 7 Pocket canvas shop apron features canvas pouches with durable suede piping. Full-size denim and cloth aprons from Trademark Tools and Steiner will keep oil, sawdust and paint off your clothing. ProShield NexGen shop aprons from DuPont are a good choice if you use harsh chemicals on the job. They are adjustable at the neck and waist to ensure a safe, comfortable fit.

Our selection of trowels delivers the right tool for the task at hand. Notched trowels from LCM Team give you superior control over adhesives for vinyl flooring and tile. Concrete flatwork gets done with finishing trowels from Marshalltown and Goldblatt. They are available in short models for countertops and walkways and longer sizes for floors and outdoor slabs. Trowels with blades made from galvanized steel, stainless steel or carbon steel give you quality and price options. Some have padded, ergonomic handles for a more comfortable grip. Tuck pointing and brick trowels come in various styles and sizes for the masonry jobs on your list.

You'll find many uses at home or on the job for a quality utility knife from Craftsman, Maxcraft or The Original Pink Box. Utility knives use very sharp, replaceable blades to cut a variety of soft materials, including carpet and plastic bands or ties. Folding utility knives from Greenlee, Snap-on and Whetstone are compact enough to fit in your pocket or a small storage compartment in your vehicle. Some come with belt clips for convenience, and we also carry belt pouches the right size for a utility knife. If you're looking for a great gift idea, Schrade and Leatherman make upscale, multifunction utility knives in dozens of styles and colors.

When you've got work to do, we've got the tools and accessories to help you succeed. You'll find exactly what you need in our huge selection from today's best brands. Shop Sears when high quality and great prices are essential to getting work done.