Features
- 4:1 geared rewind for faster retraction
- 150 ft heavy‑duty braided line for visible marking
- Wide-access chalk fill for quicker refills
- Soft-grip ergonomic handle
- Sturdy metal crank handle for durability
- Suitable for concrete and masonry layout work
Specifications
| Chalk Line Length (Ft.) | 150 |
| Gear Ratio | 4:1 |
| Line Material | Heavy‑duty braided string |
| Hand Tool Type | Chalk reel |
| Package Quantity | 1 |
| Returnable | 90-Day |
| Manufacturer Warranty | Limited Lifetime Warranty |
| Intended Applications | Masonry, Concrete |
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A handheld chalk reel designed to mark lines for layout on concrete and masonry. It holds up to 150 ft of braided string, uses a geared rewind mechanism, and has a soft-grip handle and metal crank for repeated use. Chalk is filled through a wide access cap (chalk sold separately).
Project Ideas
Business
Patio and Shed Layout Service
Offer on-site snapping of control lines, square corners, and footprint outlines for homeowners before they dig footings or set forms. Charge per project or linear foot; the 4:1 rewind and 150 ft line let you complete multiple jobs per day.
Pop-up Event and Market Marking
Provide temporary layouts for vendor booths, aisles, parking bays, and safety lanes at markets and festivals. Use different chalk colors for zones and deliver quick turnaround with minimal repositioning on large lots.
Decorative Concrete Saw-Cut and Stain Patterns
Design and snap geometric patterns on cured slabs for saw cutting and staining. The heavy-duty braided line leaves crisp, visible guides on rough surfaces. Upsell sealing and maintenance packages.
Backyard Sports Court Installations
Package fixed-price installs for pickleball, half-court basketball keys, or shuffleboard on existing slabs. Snap precise regulation lines, then apply durable striping paint. Offer add-ons like net posts and anti-slip coatings.
Contractor Pre-Layout Subcontracting
Partner with masonry and landscape crews to handle early morning layout across multiple sites. Snap control lines, elevations, and cut lines, then provide photo documentation and a color legend. Bill on a per-visit or retainer basis.
Creative
Driveway Tessellation Mural
Snap a repeating hexagon or triangle grid across a driveway or patio, then paint alternating cells with masonry-safe paint. The 150 ft braided line lets you cover large areas in one run, and the 4:1 geared rewind speeds resets between pattern sections.
Backyard Paver Patio Layout
Lay out control and square lines for a herringbone or basketweave paver patio. Use the chalk reel to establish a long reference line and perpendiculars via the 3-4-5 method. The heavy-duty braided line snaps cleanly on rough concrete bases.
DIY Sports Court Combo
Mark lines for a backyard pickleball court, four square, and shuffleboard on asphalt or concrete. Color-code zones by swapping chalk quickly through the wide fill cap, then seal with outdoor striping paint.
Garden Labyrinth or Maze Layout
Design a rectilinear labyrinth for stepping stones or low hedges. Snap long straight runs and parallel paths with consistent offsets; the 150 ft reach reduces re-staking. Rewind rapidly when adjusting paths.
Anamorphic Sidewalk Illusion
Create a perspective street-art piece by snapping major axes and convergence lines from a viewing point. The visible braided snap marks guide painting within cells to produce a dramatic 3D illusion.