The 7 Best Bull Floats

This wiki has been updated 20 times since it was first published in October of 2018. So you've dumped a heap of concrete onto the driveway and allowed it to settle, but how do you achieve that perfectly smooth finish? The answer is with a bull float. These wide, flat tools can also be used to even out drying stucco and plaster, and they're pretty easy to operate. We've included a range of lengths here to suit projects large and small. When users buy our independently chosen editorial choices, we may earn commissions to help fund the Wiki.

This wiki has been updated 20 times since it was first published in October of 2018. So you've dumped a heap of concrete onto the driveway and allowed it to settle, but how do you achieve that perfectly smooth finish? The answer is with a bull float. These wide, flat tools can also be used to even out drying stucco and plaster, and they're pretty easy to operate. We've included a range of lengths here to suit projects large and small. When users buy our independently chosen editorial selections, we may earn commissions to help fund the Wiki.

1. QLT by Marshalltown BFKIT9

In addition to a four-foot float, the QLT by Marshalltown BFKIT9 (about $230) comes with a durable nylon tote, making it easier than ever to transport awkwardly shaped tools between job sites. The open sides and roomy bracket window are designed to accommodate boards of all sizes.

Bag has pockets for small items
Assembly is straightforward
Highly maneuverable

2. Marshalltown MB48RR

The Marshalltown MB48RR (about $150) is constructed from lightweight steel, which means you won't have to put quite as much elbow grease into each push and pull. Additionally, residual concrete mix is a breeze to remove from its nonporous surface.

Round edges minimize line marks
Poles attach securely
Compatible with extension handles

3. Bon Tool Company 12-506

Whether you're finishing a tiny closet or an expansive garage, the Bon Tool Company 12-506 (about $159) has you covered. This magnesium option comes in multiple sizes ranging from two to 10 feet in length and boasts a universal handle adapter.

Eight-inch width
Powder-coated top
Stands up well to frequent use

4. Kraft Tool CC814

At a modest two feet long, the Kraft Tool CC814 (around $32) is a good choice for small-scale remodeling projects. Conveniently, its bracket swivels a full 360 degrees so you can glide over every last inch of concrete — no straining necessary.

Weighs only four pounds
Affordably priced
Weak pole attachment point

5. Gator GF10305

The Gator GF10305 (appx. $369) bundles a float with four six-foot poles, which have an automatic spring button attachment mechanism and can also be used with fresnos and screeds. A carrying case made from thick plastic keeps everything organized and ready for transport.

Aluminum leveling head
Textured handle for a secure grip
On the pricier end of the spectrum

6. Kraft Tool CC748

The Kraft Tool CC748 (about $80) can be trusted to even out concrete mixtures of a thick or thin consistency. Thanks to a tough carbon steel construction and a reinforcement channel running along its center, it is unlikely to bend under pressure.

For all experience levels
Not vulnerable to scratches
Screws may require tightening

7. QLT by Marshalltown MB48

The sturdy and effective QLT by Marshalltown MB48 (around $93) belongs in every contractor's toolkit. Though it should be noted that in order to adjust the angle of the handle, you have to manually loosen the wingnut, which can be a hassle.

Extruded magnesium alloy build
Bracket included
May leave lines behind

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