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This model takes the pole you choose, which is the better buy if you already own poles, if you want to change working length between a tight bathroom and an open floor, or if you need the head to pack down for transport between jobs.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch4\u003eHow it lays the finish\u003c\/h4\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe cushioned squeegee action floats a measured film rather than dragging finish across the surface, which is what produces a smooth coat free of streaks and bubbles instead of one that has to be corrected on the next pass.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch4\u003eLightweight applies a thicker coat\u003c\/h4\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eWeighted to control coating thickness, and the naming is counterintuitive. This \u003cstrong\u003elightweight\u003c\/strong\u003e model lays down a \u003cstrong\u003ethicker\u003c\/strong\u003e layer of finish; the heavyweight version presses harder and leaves a thinner one. Choose lightweight to build film in fewer passes. At 12 inches this is the width for hallways, bathrooms, closets and stair landings, and for cutting in the perimeter of a floor you will finish with a wider head.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch4\u003eSpecifications\u003c\/h4\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eItem number: 6112\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eSize: 12 in\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eGrip: Hand grip, accepts standard threaded extension pole\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eRefills: Nylfoam®, Woven, or NanoFlock™ (12 in)\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003ePole: Sold separately\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eOrigin: Made in USA\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e","brand":"TruCoat \/ Northern Applicators","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":45623061020879,"sku":"6112","price":29.29,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0646\/6276\/5775\/files\/nappy_retool_3D.075_18967b26-1f47-49aa-a8b4-8ea166fc4718.png?v=1784964750"},{"product_id":"floor-coater-lightweight-18-6118","title":"Floor Coater, Lightweight 18\"","description":"\u003cp\u003eAn 18 inch professional floor coater with a convenient hand grip that accepts standard threaded extension poles. 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This model takes the pole you choose, which is the better buy if you already own poles, if you want to change working length between a tight room and an open floor, or if you need the head to pack down for transport between jobs.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch4\u003eHow it lays the finish\u003c\/h4\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe cushioned squeegee action floats a measured film rather than dragging finish across the surface, which is what produces a smooth coat free of streaks and bubbles instead of one that has to be corrected on the next pass.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch4\u003eLightweight applies a thicker coat\u003c\/h4\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eWeighted to control coating thickness, and the naming is counterintuitive. This \u003cstrong\u003elightweight\u003c\/strong\u003e model lays down a \u003cstrong\u003ethicker\u003c\/strong\u003e layer of finish; the heavyweight version presses harder and leaves a thinner one. Choose lightweight to build film in fewer passes. 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