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Why I never leave mortar on my trowel overnight anymore
In my experience, I used to let mortar dry on my trowels to save time at the end of the day. But it caused the steel to pit and rust, costing me a lot in replacements. Now, I always wash them right after use, and my tools last much longer. Your mileage may vary, but this small habit change has been a big help for me.
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mila_murphy5mo ago
Wait, have you tried letting it dry and then just chipping it off? I clean mine sometimes but honestly leaving it on forms a protective crust for me. The steel never touches air so it doesn't rust. Maybe it depends on your local humidity or the mortar mix.
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