Kedla Aluminium Medium Duty Straight Edge 65 mm x 1.5 m Box Profile: SEM1.5 For Detail Plastering and Small Area Screeding

The Rigid Straight Edge for Precision and Detail Work

 

The Kedla Aluminium Medium Duty Straight Edge (Product Code SEM1.5) is the essential short-span tool for trade professionals who demand accuracy in confined spaces and detailed work. Constructed from high-quality aluminium in the signature deep 65 mm Box Profile, this 1.5 meter straight edge offers the same crucial rigidity as its longer counterparts but in a highly maneuverable size. This robust profile is designed to resist flexing, making it indispensable for ensuring perfect flatness in smaller areas where precision is paramount.

The 1.5 M length is ideal for working on window and door reveals, column faces, bathroom floors, and patching work. It is lightweight, durable, and easily handled, making the SEM1.5 the go-to straight edge for detailed plastering, tiling preparation, and screeding in tight spots.

 

Key Features

 

• Manufacturer/Brand: Kedla

• Product Type: Medium Duty Straight Edge / Builders Float

• Material: High-Quality Aluminium (Corrosion Resistant)

• Dimensions:

  • Length: 1.5 Metres (1500 mm)

  • Profile Height: 65 mm (Deep for rigidity)

  • Profile Type: Reinforced Box-Type (or H-Section)

• Function: Ensures absolute surface flatness and straight-line accuracy over short distances.

 

Ideal For

 

• Window & Door Reveals: Achieving perfectly flat and plumb edges on openings.

• Bathroom & Small Room Floors: Screeding and checking levelness in confined spaces.

• Detailed Plastering: Floating and ruling off small wall sections or columns.

• Patching & Repair Work: Checking the flatness of small repaired areas against existing surfaces.

 

Why You Will Love It

 

• Maximum Rigidity in Short Length: The deep 65 mm Box Profile ensures the 1.5 M length remains perfectly true, unlike thinner, less stable alternatives.

• Unmatched Maneuverability: Excellent for navigating tight corners and detailed architectural features.

• Durable Construction: Medium-duty build resists warping and is designed for the rigours of site use.

• Corrosion Resistance: Aluminium construction prevents rust, ideal for use with wet materials.

 

What's in the Box

 

• 1 x Kedla Aluminium Medium Duty Straight Edge (SEM1.5 x 1.5 m)

 

Top 3 Frequently Asked Questions (FAQs)

 

1. Why choose the 1.5 M over a longer straight edge?

   • The 1.5 M length is chosen for better control and maneuverability in small areas, such as bathrooms, stairways, and tight wall sections, where longer tools are impractical.

2. Can I use this straight edge for cutting floor tiles?

   • Yes, the rigid edge and 1.5 M length make it an excellent, non-slip guide for scoring large tiles, cement boards, or laminate when used with a box cutter or scoring tool.

3. Does the profile need to be kept level when screeding?

   • When screeding a floor, the goal is often flatness. While the tool is straight, you typically rely on established screed guide rails (dabs) or laser levels to define the final plane, using the straight edge to strike off the excess material between those points.