RTC Trowel Cleaning Brush — Clean Tools Lay Clean Notches A trowel with dried thinset packed in the notches spreads uneven ridges, and uneven ridges mean uneven coverage under the tile. The RTC Trowel Cleaning Brush has bristles stiff enough to chew through dried thinset yet resilient enough to hold their shape scrub after scrub — so your notch profiles stay precise and your coverage stays consistent. An ergonomic grip gives you leverage on stubborn buildup, and it's compact enough to stow in a pocket, bucket, or at the mixing station. Keep it next to your Comfort Grip trowel and Stumpy Joe so a clean edge is always a few strokes away. Why Tile Pros Choose It Clears hardened thinset: Stiff bristles dig out dried buildup Keeps its shape: Resilient bristles hold up scrub after scrub Protects coverage: Precise notches mean consistent adhesive ridges Good leverage: Ergonomic grip for stubborn buildup Always handy: Compact enough to live in a pocket or bucket Water-resistant build: Takes the wet abuse of tile work Cheap insurance: A dollar-store habit that saves a callback Pro tip: Clean the trowel before the thinset flashes hard — wet buildup brushes off in seconds, cured buildup fights back. A quick pass between spreads keeps the notches sharp and your coverage honest.