What is an Edger? (Rounding Corners)

What is an Edger? (Rounding Corners)

An edger is a small tool used to round off the sharp edge of a concrete slab, making it resistant to chipping. Sharp edges are fragile and chip easily. Edging creates a rounded corner that's more durable. Understanding edging helps you understand professional concrete finishing.

What is an Edger?

An edger is:

• Small tool: Handheld finishing tool
• Rounded blade: Has a curved blade for rounding
• Used on edges: Applied to slab edges
• Creates radius: Forms rounded corner

Why Edge Concrete?

Sharp edges are problematic:

• Fragile: Sharp edges chip easily
• Vulnerable: First to get damaged
• Poor appearance: Chipped edges look unprofessional
• Safety hazard: Sharp edges can be dangerous

Benefits of Edging

Rounded edges are better:

• Resistant to chipping: Rounded edge is stronger
• More durable: Withstands impacts better
• Professional appearance: Finished, polished look
• Safer: No sharp edges

When to Edge

Edge concrete:

• After floating: After bull floating
• Before final trowel: Before final finishing
• While workable: When concrete is still workable

How to Edge

1. Position tool: Place edger along edge
2. Push and pull: Move edger along edge
3. Create radius: Form rounded corner
4. Smooth finish: Create smooth, rounded edge

The Bottom Line

An edger is a small tool used to round off the sharp edge of a slab, making it resistant to chipping. Sharp edges chip easily and look unprofessional. Edging creates a rounded, durable edge that's more resistant to damage and provides a professional finish. Always edge concrete slabs to prevent chipping and create a finished appearance.

Need professional concrete finishing? Contact Local Concrete Contractor. We properly edge all our concrete work to ensure durable, professional edges.