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Walter Pytlewski, the owner of Barwalt, may be the only tile tool company owner and CEO that actually cut his teeth on tile itself. Walter is a third generation tile installer and as those of you who have met him at the trade shows or in the field know, he is an expert when it comes to tile installation and the tools that makes that job easier, faster and have professional results every time. Please ask Walter anything you would like about our tools and installing in general. Walter will be answering all of the letters, but if we choose to post your letter, we will send you a Barwalt T-Shirt, Cap and one of our famous tools, so don’t forget to include your mailing address with your question!

Question:
I’m a tile contractor, and started using your products last year, (when Virginia Tile started selling your product) and I love them. I’ve been using the Ultralight Grout Wall Floats #81310, and they are great, but I was wondering what is the best float for floors? I use the wall floats on abrasive quarry tile all the time and they wear out fast, what float should I be using on this type of application? I will buy boxes if you have something that lasts longer. Also do you guys sell direct, or through dealer? Thanks a lot.
Phil A. Grand Rapids, Michigan

Answer:
While the Barwalt wall floats will work on floors, using an abrasive Quarry tile will wear any float out faster. If I may, I would suggest you try our # 81400 Epoxy Floor Float. It has more rubber on the working surface and will wear longer. Also, as it wears you can reshape the squeegee edge and the float will last longer. I am sure you are charging more to set the abrasive quarry tiles, because it is harder to clean them. This will offset the higher cost of the float.

I hope this answers your question. Also, Barwalt is mainly a manufacturer and a whole distributor and we only sell to qualified Distributors and Dealers. We at Barwalt appreciate your positive comments about our products and will always try to give you your dollars worth.
Walter

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