The stainless steel resists corrosion that comes with use in a variety of liquid and powdered materials. Stainless steel is easy to clean up. Use this mixing paddle with paint, drywall mud, plaster and other materials. The blades on the mixer are designed to move material through for thorough mixing. The mixer fits along the inside edge of barrels to mix all of the materials thoroughly. The 26" long shaft fits in mixing barrels without back strain for leaning over. Use this mixing paddle with 1/2" drills. Kraft Tool Co.® has been an American manufacturer of quality hand tools for the concrete, masonry, asphalt, plaster, drywall, tile, floor covering, and leveling trades for over 30 years.