Tile

Tile JL-088 Masonry

Masonry
Stainless Steel
2.03 pounds

4.6/ 5 on Amazon290Amazon ratings100+bought last month3.9ProductDome score

Medium confidenceLast refreshed Aug 4, 2026Amazon data + ProductDome analysis · methodology

Best forYou need a rust-resistant stainless steel hand tool for masonry or tile work

A stainless steel masonry hand tool sized for regular jobsite use. Confirm the exact blade shape and length against your project before ordering.

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ProductDome scorecard

How it ranks among the 67 masonries we track

3.9/ 5ProductDome scoreMedium confidence

Owner satisfaction · 56% of scorecategory median 4.6★4.6

4.6★ across 290 Amazon ratings, Bayesian-smoothed toward the category average.

Evidence strength · 17% of scorecategory median 248 ratings3.1

290 Amazon ratings, weighted on a log scale so huge counts don't drown everything.

Buyer demand · 11% of score2.7

100+ bought on Amazon last month.

Data quality · 11% of score2.5

Brand identity, imagery, description and spec coverage.

The ProductDome score is separate from the Amazon rating shown above: it combines the Bayesian-smoothed Amazon rating with evidence volume, tracked demand, and data quality across the 67 masonries we track - how the scorecard works · full masonries data report. Confidence: medium - useful but incomplete evidence.Last refreshed Aug 4, 2026. Data-computed, not a hands-on test. Compiled by the ProductDome Research Team.

Overview

Weighing 2.03 pounds, the Tile JL-088 is a stainless steel hand tool listed under masonry work. No blade shape or length is given, so its exact form (trowel, float or jointer) is not confirmed by the listing.

Stainless steel resists rust better than plain carbon steel, which matters on a jobsite tool rinsed off between uses. Beyond material and weight, Amazon does not list a working length or edge profile, so exact use should be checked against product photos.

Stainless steel construction
2.03 pound weight
Masonry category listing
Single unit

Who it's for

Bricklayers, tile setters and masonry contractors who want a rust-resistant hand tool for mortar or adhesive work. Less useful for buyers who need a confirmed blade shape before ordering.

Strengths and trade-offs

Drawn from this product's published specifications.

What stands out

Stainless steel resists corrosion from mortar and moisture
Weight suits sustained handheld use

What to check first

No blade length or shape confirmed in the listing
No description text to clarify exact function

Performance notes

Stainless steel holds up better than carbon steel when repeatedly rinsed of mortar or adhesive, and at just over 2 pounds it sits in the range of a handheld trowel or float rather than a heavier striking tool. Blade length and edge profile are not listed.

Specifications

Brand	Tile
Model	JL-088
Material	Stainless Steel
Item Weight	2.03 pounds

How it compares

This product against the closest alternatives we track in masonries.

Product	Amazon rating	Ratings	ProductDome score
Tile JL-088 MasonryThis product	4.6 / 5	290	3.9 / 5
Double PAINTBRUSH3INCH MasonryDouble	4.6 / 5	819	4.3 / 5
QEP 10060 MasonryQEP	4.6 / 5	1,431	4.3 / 5
Fiskars 79786931J MasonryFiskars	4.4 / 5	1,728	4.3 / 5
Troxell 09-55U MasonryTroxell	4.7 / 5	1,064	4.2 / 5

Frequently asked

Questions about the Tile JL-088

Common buyer questions answered straight from the product spec data - no fluff, no "it depends".

What is the Tile JL-088 made of?

Stainless steel.

How much does the JL-088 weigh?

2.03 pounds.

What kind of work is the JL-088 for?

Its listing category is masonry, pointing to bricklaying or tile setting tasks.