Concrete Edgers
Concrete edgers round off the edge of the slab, help control cracking, and leave the concrete looking cleaner and more professional.
Why It Matters
Edgers matter because they give your slab that clean, rounded edge that won’t chip or break off later. A good edge makes the concrete look finished and professional, whether it’s a driveway, sidewalk, patio, or garage floor. It also helps water run off instead of breaking down the edge over time. A clean edge is one of the first things people notice on a job — it’s a small step that makes a big difference in how the whole slab looks and holds up.
Tips & Tricks When Using an Edger
Edge right after you strike off and bull float. That first pass knocks the rocks down and gives you a cleaner surface to ride on.
Come back for a second pass once the slab tightens up. This keeps the radius clean and prevents the edge from breaking or chipping later.
Keep your pressure consistent. Too much pressure digs in; too little won’t form a clean radius.
Match your radius sizes. If multiple people are edging, mismatched radii will show up fast. I use a 1/2‑inch radius as my reference.
Stay smooth and steady. Jerky movements leave marks — let the tool glide.
Keep the blade clean. A dirty edger will drag and leave chatter lines.
My Tool Recommendations
MARSHALLTOWN Big I Concrete Edger, 10x6 Inch Stainless Steel Blade, Made In The USA
If you’re buying your first edger, this is the one to grab. The larger size makes it easier to handle, and it’s perfect for edging square driveways and patios.
MARSHALLTOWN Straight Concrete Edger, 6 x 6 Blue Steel Blade, 5/8 Lip x 1/2 Radius, Made In The USA
This 6x6 edger is perfect for radiuses and designer curves. It’s small enough to control but still gives you a smooth, consistent edge.
MARSHALLTOWN Stainless Steel Hand Edgers w/Adjustable Groover
The good old combination tool — the California edger, whatever you call it — this adjustable edger/groover gives you those clean, professional‑looking edges every time.
MARSHALLTOWN QLT Bronze Chamfer Tube Concrete Hand Edger, 23 7/8 Inch Tube Diameter,
If you’re edging a sonotube, that’s another spot where the right tool matters. Grab the edger that matches the size of the tube you’re working on, or the edge won’t come out right.
Kraft Tool CC350BT 10"x6" 3/8"R 1/2" L Walking Edger w/Button Socket Bracket
I know it’s Kraft, but I actually like their edger, and it comes with all the brackets you’ll need.
MARSHALLTOWN Combo Adjust Stainless Steel Walking Edgers
The Marshalltown walk‑behind edger is a clean‑running tool that makes long edges easier and more consistent. It’s well‑balanced, durable, and a good choice for driveways, patios, and larger pours.
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MARSHALLTOWN Concrete Apprentice Tool Kit in Canvas Bag, Includes 6 Concrete Tools
This kit comes with a mag float, trowel, wood float, margin trowel, edger, and a jointer. I highly recommend it for anyone building their hand‑tool stockpile — it covers all the essentials you’ll use on every concrete job.