Schonhammer - What it is used for and why quality counts

Anyone who works in roofing or plumbing knows: The right Tool makes the difference. One of the most important, but often underestimated, tools is the soft-face hammer. This special tool is part of the basic equipment of every professional tinsmith or plumber's workshop. But why is a soft-face hammer so important, what is it used for, and what is the difference between a cross-face hammer and a folding hammer? And why does brand quality – for example, from MASC – such a crucial role?

In this article we clarify the most important questions, provide practical application tips and show why high-quality accessories like the Folded piece is indispensable.

A Soft-face hammer , also called a plastic hammer, is a hammer with replaceable or fixed striking surfaces made of soft materials such as plastic, rubber or nylon. The aim is to process materials powerfully without damaging them. The impact force is transferred, but the material is protected – hence the name.

Typically, a soft-face hammer is used in plumbing to:

• to close folds,
• Sheet metal into shapes,
• To work on sensitive surfaces,
• To reduce tension in a targeted manner without leaving marks.

Plumbing work requires precision, sensitivity and, above all, reliable tools.

Cheap or poorly made hammers quickly cause:

• Deformations on metal surfaces,
• unclean folds,
• premature wear,
• more effort and less efficiency.

A high-quality soft-face hammer, on the other hand, offers:

• Optimal power transmission,
• long service life even with intensive use,
• interchangeable inserts for different materials,
• Ergonomic handling – especially during long operations on the roof or in the workshop.

The soft-face hammer is universally applicable, particularly popular in the following areas:

1. Folding technology in construction sheet metal work
At the double or single folding of sheets precision is crucial. The soft-face hammer allows for gentle driving of folding pieces without leaving dents in the sheet metal.

2. The forming of sheets
Especially with sensitive materials such as copper or zinc sheet, soft-face hammer helps, To form curves, edges or transitions cleanly, without damaging the surface.

3. Working with profiled sheet metal
When it comes to To precisely assemble or align trapezoidal or corrugated sheets, A soft-face hammer is often a better choice than conventional hammers.

4.Assembly of sensitive components
Also when installing roof windows, gutters or drainage systems, In applications involving seals or thin-walled metals, the soft-face hammer scores with its gentle force.

A high-quality soft-face hammer is only as good as its accessories, with which it is combined. The folding piece is an essential tool, um:

• To edge and bend sheets precisely,
• to close fold lines evenly,
• To ensure the tightness and longevity of the connection.

The combination of a rabbeting piece and a soft-face hammer is the foundation of every professional plumbing job. This is the only way to achieve clean, lasting and visually appealing results.

When it comes to durable and precise tools for roofers MASC has established itself as one of the leading brands. MASC soft-face hammers impress with:

• high-quality materials – whether nylon, polyamide or TPE striking surfaces,
• ergonomically shaped handles for fatigue-free working,
• modular design with interchangeable heads,
• Extreme durability – even with daily use under harsh conditions.

Especially in combination with the appropriate accessories (folding pieces, Folding pliers etc.) enable MASC hammers highest precision with least effort.

Although they look similar, the following hammers have very different uses:

1. Soft-face hammer
Face: Soft (plastic, rubber)

Area of application: Gentle processing of surfaces, universally applicable

➕ No impact marks, wide range of applications

2. Cross-face hammer
Special feature: Two striking surfaces in a cross arrangement (usually with a flat and a curved surface)

Area of application: Ideal for tight spaces or complex profiles

➕ Flexible use, especially for sheet metal work in narrow corners

3. folding hammer
Face: Mostly metallic, slightly rounded

Area of application: Precise blows when closing folds

➕ Targeted force transmission for permanent sheet metal connections

If you value precision and versatility, you should not limit yourself to one tool. Instead, the Combination of soft-face hammer, cross-face hammer and folding hammer makes the difference between standard and master work.

A soft-face hammer is more than just a hammer – it is a indispensable precision tool for all those who work professionally with sheet metal, profiles and sensitive materials Whether on the gutter, in the sheet metal roof area or in the workshop: the soft-face hammer offers the necessary power without leaving marks.

In combination with accessories such as the rebate piece and other specialized hammers such as the cross-face hammer, work becomes more efficient, more precise and of higher quality.

If you value durability, quality and ergonomics, you cannot ignore MASC soft-face hammers – because they are made for professionals who achieve great things every day.