Abstract: A groover tool for use in putting a groove in wet cement. This tool is elongated and has a movable handle which minimizes abrupt pressure changes in the handle, thus accomplishing an even pressure and a more uniform groove. The groover tool has a tapered groove rib which also aids in the formation of a uniform groove. A third feature on the groover tool is the weight-retaining means for holding weights in place and allowing a substantially uniform pressure to be applied along the entire length of the tool.

Abstract: A trowel (10) for surfacing cement work such as driveways, floors, or the like, is provided. The trowel includes a blade assembly (12) having a flexible blade member (14) with a lower surface and an upper surface. A rib base (22) is mounted on the upper surface (18) of the blade member (14) to provide reinforcement. A handle (32) is pivotally connected at one end portion to the blade assembly (12) such that an operator can move the blade member (14) over the surface of the concrete from a remote location. Adjustable weights (46A-B) can be selectively added to or taken away from the blade assembly (12) to vary the effective weight of the trowel. These weights (46A-B) are selectively positioned on the blade assembly (12) to maintain the ability of the blade member (14) to flex approximate its edge portions, and to enhance the smoothness of a produced surface.