Michael J Kartler

US Patent:

54407761, Aug 15, 1995

Filed:

Feb 22, 1994

Appl. No.:

8/199520

Inventors:

Michael J. Kartler - Phoenix AZ

International Classification:

B05C 1710

US Classification:

152357

Abstract:

An applicator tool for applying cementitious materials such as joint compound to corners. The tool has a handle and a head which is curved. The handle and head are integrally formed preferably from plastic. A flexible elastomeric blade projects from the forward edge of the head to smooth the compound. A one-piece molded corner cap in a general trihedral shape is provided and when using the tool results in a smooth, uniform finished corner.

US Patent:

56155301, Apr 1, 1997

Filed:

Aug 8, 1995

Appl. No.:

8/512475

Inventors:

Michael J. Kartler - Phoenix AZ

International Classification:

E04B 200

US Classification:

5274509

Abstract:

An applicator tool for applying cementitious materials such as joint compound to corners. The tool has a handle and a head which is curved. The handle and head are integrally formed preferably from plastic. A flexible elastomeric blade projects from the forward edge of the head to smooth the compound. A one-piece molded corner cap in a general trihedral shape is provided and when using the tool results in a smooth, uniform finished corner. In use, the one-piece molded corner cap is applied over the corner beads to achieve a snug fit. Cementitious compound is applied over the corner cap and bead resulting in a smooth finished surface with a high quality appearance.