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The finishing trowel measures 9 inches by 4 inches. As with the nursery, it is possible to visit the shop and refreshments loggia without entering the garden, so whether you are visiting the house and garden for the day or are passing with an hour or so to spare, why not pop in for a look around and a tea or freshly ground coffee. For driveway repairs greater than 1 deep, extend the 10 lbs. Great dixter trowel by sneeboer garden tool company. It can be installed in any depth, shape, or size from 14 up to 4 or more.
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