Finding the best taping banjo suitable for your needs isnt easy. With hundreds of choices can distract you. Knowing whats bad and whats good can be something of a minefield. In this article, weve done the hard work for you.
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1. Homax 6500 Remodeler's Drywall Banjo Taping Tool - Apply Sheet-rock Mud and Tape Simultaneously (Banjo + Corner Wheel)
Feature
Includes Delko Tools internal corner applicator/creaser wheel in addition to flat applicator wheel.Perfect tool for remodelers and for taping tight spaces like closets and compact areas.
Speeds up drywall taping by applying tape and mud in a single step! Apply 60 feet of tape in 60 seconds!
Adjustable mud flow dial for the perfect amount of joint compound on your tape.
The best selling banjo taper on the market - now in a kit with the inside corner applicator wheel!
Description
Homax 6500 Drywall Taping Banjo PLUS Delko Tools Internal Corner Applicator Creaser Wheel. Homax 6500 Handheld Taper - Comes with BOTH flat applicator and internal corner applicator wheel IMPORTANT: If you need the internal corner creaser wheel, this is the listing that includes it. Other listings only include the flat seam applicator wheel. The Homax 6500 Banjo is the lightweight answer to make your taping faster and easier. Perfect for remodelers and for taping drywall seams in tight areas such as closets or small spaces. The Homax Banjo applies the mud and tape in one easy step. Tape is more consistent as the flow of mud is adjustable to your needs using the adjustment dial. Apply 60 feet of tape in 60 seconds. Follow up by bedding the tape with a joint knife and smoothing excess mud to create a clean seam that won't blister or crack. THIS KIT INCLUDES BOTH THE FLAT APPLICATOR AND THE INTERNAL APPLICATOR WHEEL THAT ALLOWS YOU TO TAPE INTERNAL CORNER SEAMS IN ONE STEP! OTHER LISTINGS ONLY INCLUDE THE FLAT APPLICATOR, MEANING THAT YOU HAVE TO CREASE YOUR INSIDE CORNER TAPE MANUALLY WITH A JOINT KNIFE. THE INTERNAL APPLICATOR CREASER WHEEL SPEEDS THE PROCESS, REDUCES MESS AND CREATES CLEANER INTERNAL CORNER SEAMS. Features: Simultaneously Applies The Mud And Tape. INCLUDES Internal Applicator Wheel for Taping Inside Corners Consistent Mud Flow Lessening The Chance of Blistering. Adjustable Dial Adjusts The Rate Of Mud Flow. Stainless Steel Gears Grip And Dispense Tape Evenly. Holds Approximately 5 lbs. (2.25 kg) Of Mud. Holds Tape Rolls Up To 500 ft. (150m).2. Goldblatt G15301 Banjo-Dry Tape
Feature
Lightweight aluminumHeavy duty lid clamps
Adjustable mud flow
Wood or nylon strap side handles included
Easy view of joint tape
Description
Drywall rh tape shooter, aluminum banjo style taper used to dispense mud & tape for drywall joint finishing.3. Walboard Tool 51-007 Quick Load Drywall Taper
Feature
Quick fill, hinged mud compartmentFront mudflow dam is adjustable
Holds up to 500 linear feet of drywall tape
Adjustable side strap and wood capped top handle
Made of rigid, lightweight aluminum
Description
51-007 Features: -Quick fill, hinged mud compartment. -Front mudflow dam is adjustable. -Holds up to 500 linear feet of drywall tape. -Adjustable side strap and wood capped top handle. Dimensions: Overall Length - End to End: -27.25 Inches. Overall Width - Side to Side: -3 Inches. Overall Depth - Front to Back: -11 Inches. Overall Product Weight: -4.3 Pounds.4. Homax 6500 Drywall Taping Tool
Feature
LightweightEasy to use
Cuts taping time in half
Applies 60 feet of tape and mud in 60 seconds
Adjustable mud control knob
Description
Applies both mud and tape simultaneously to drywall seams. Helps achieve a properly bedded tape joint prior to finishing coats and sanding, in less time. Applies 60 feet of tape and mud in 60 seconds. Includes adjustable mud control knob and tape tracking wheels. Holds 5 lbs. of mud and accommodates up to 500 ft. of tape.5. Delko Plastic Drywall Taper Banjo
Feature
Speed up taping of drywall joints with this banjo style applicator that applies the perfect amount of joint compound to the tape using the adjustable mud flow control knob..Super sturdy and lightweight shockproof plastic body is ultra durable for long life.
Banjo can hold approximately 5 pounds (2.25 kg) of mud along with tape rolls up to 500 ft (150m).
The only banjo that comes with an internal corner adapter / creaser wheel; allows you to apply tape and mud to all your internal corners.
Super affordable tool for efficient and fast drywall taping. Great for pros or for DIY applications.
Description
Delko Drywall Taping Banjo with Flat Applicator and Inside Corner Applicator WheelThe new Delko Banjo Drywall Taper with Flat & Internal Applicators is a Homax 6500 style banjo with a new and improved build for durability. The higher quality plastic and improved handle construction extend the life of your banjo. Includes both the Flat Applicator for flat joints and creaser wheel / Internal Corner Applicator in one convenient package.
The Delko Banjo Plastic Drywall Taper applies the mud and tape in one easy step. The standard geared tape wheel dispenses the tape and the flow of mud is adjustable to your needs using the adjustment dial.
Features:
- The Banjo applies the mud and tape simultaneously, saving valuable time.
- The mud flow is at a consistent and adjustable rate which improves the quality of your taping.
- The included mud control knob lets you adjust the rate of flow for your needs.
- A spare control knob is also included.
- Stainless steel gears grip and dispense the tape at an even rate.
- The included internal corner adapter allows you to apply tape and mud to all your internal corners.
- Improved nylon handle strap is adjustable to suit all hand sizes
- The banjo can hold approximately 5 pounds (2.25 kg) of mud and tape rolls up to 500 ft (150m).
- Delko DT-AH1 Plastic Drywall Taping Banjo
- Inside Corner Applicator Wheel
- Flat Seam Applicator Wheel
- 2 Mud Flow Control Knobs
- Cinta Pro Inside Corner Roller
- The Banjo applies the mud and tape simultaneously.
- The mud flow is at a consistent and adjustable rate which improves the quality of your taping.
- The included mud control knob lets you adjust the rate of flow for your needs.
- A spare control knob is also included.
- Stainless steel gears grip and dispense the tape at an even rate.
- The included internal corner adapter allows you to apply tape and mud to all your internal corners.
- Improved nylon handle strap is adjustable to suit all hand sizes
- The banjo can hold approximately 5 pounds (2.25 kg) of mud and tape rolls up to 500 ft (150m).
- Delko DT-AH1 Plastic Drywall Taping Banjo
- Inside Corner Applicator Wheel
- Flat Seam Applicator Wheel
- 2 Mud Flow Control Knobs
- Cinta Inside Corner Roller - Cast Aluminum with Stainless Steel Wheels
- Coarse Thread Adapter - Allows corner roller to be used with any standard coarse thread painter's pole (Pole not included)
- OX Pro 12" Stainless Steel Mud Pan
- OX Pro 6" Stainless Steel Joint Knife with Comfort Grip Handle
- OX Pro 12" Stainless Steel Taping Knife with Comfort Grip Handle
- OX Pro Inside Corner Finishing Trowel with Comfort Grip Handle
- FREE BONUS Ox Tools 24" Heavy Duty Canvas and Suede Carrying Bag - Large enough to fit all of the tools
- Improved nylon handle strap is adjustable to suit all hand sizes
- The banjo can hold approximately 5 pounds (2.25 kg) of mud and tape rolls up to 500 ft (150m).
- Delko DT-AH1 Plastic Drywall Taping Banjo
- Inside Corner Applicator Wheel
- Flat Seam Applicator Wheel
- 2 Mud Flow Control Knobs
- USG Sheetrock Matrix Series 6" Stainless Steel Joint Knife
- USG Sheetrock Matrix Series 10" Stainless Steel Taping Knife
- Versa-Trowel Adjustable Flex Inside Corner Finishing Trowel
- Scoop-n-Scrape Mud Scoop for Joint Compound
- The Banjo applies the mud and tape simultaneously, saving valuable time.
- The mud flow is at a consistent and adjustable rate which improves the quality of your taping.
- The included mud control knob lets you adjust the rate of flow for your needs.
- A spare control knob is also included.
- Stainless steel gears grip and dispense the tape at an even rate.
- The included internal corner adapter allows you to apply tape and mud to all your internal corners.
- Improved nylon handle strap is adjustable to suit all hand sizes
- The banjo can hold approximately 5 pounds (2.25 kg) of mud and tape rolls up to 500 ft (150m).
6. Delko Elite Metal Banjo Taper
Feature
INCLUDES INSIDE CORNER CREASER WHEEL TO BED TAPE IN INTERNAL CORNERS. The only metal banjo to include the patented Delko Tools inside corner applicator.Powder coated satin finish with no razor sharp edges to cut your hands and no black oxidation on hands or walls.
Hand straps on both sides for left-handed or right-handed users.
Quick-change applicators - swap out the corner wheel and flat applicator with the push of a single button.
Lightweight - total weight when full just 12.5lbs/5.7kgs due to aluminum design.
Description
THE NEW Delko Elite Aluminum Taping Tool Is a taper crafted for professionals - it simultaneously applies compound and joint tape to flat joints, internals and square sets. It is the only metal banjo to include the patented Delko Tools Internal Applicator. The soft-grip top handle and straps on both sides of the drywall banjo make it suitable for right or left handed use. The quick-release applicators change out in seconds, and make quick work out of taping any flat or corner. The Delko banjo also features a simple to use mud flow control knob that offers more adjustment than any other professional banjo. The aluminum construction is both light-weight and ultra-durable - built to take any job site abuse and keep on taping!.7. HC540 - Hi-Craft- Drywall Taper
Feature
Separate mud and tape compartments with easy to adjust mud metering bladeHolds up to 500' roll of tape
Description
'Taper, Drywall, Length (In.) 20-1/2, Width (In.) 9-1/2, Blade Material Metal, Blade Type Adjustable, Blade Width (In.) 2-1/4, Handle Wood/Nylon, Handle Design Side and Top, Handle Length (In.) 7, Handle Dia. (In.) 1-1/4, Hinged Case, Holds 500 ft. of Tape, Choose Between A Wood or Nylon Hand Strap, 2-1/2 In. Long Blade, Taping Drywall Joints'8. Homax 6500 Remodeler's Taping Banjo
Feature
Holds 500 pounds of mudHolds 500 feet of tape
Made from high impact plastic
Description
This taping tool applies both mud and tape to drywall seams in one step. Mud control knob and stainless dispensing gears apply tape smoothly and without folds or wrinkles.9. Delko Remodeler's Drywall Taping Banjo Tool with Cinta Pro Aluminum Inside Corner Roller and Universal Coarse Thread Handle Adapter
Feature
Best Selling Delko drywall taping/remodeling banjo plus pro-grade metal inside corner roller to smooth mud and embed tape. Free coarse thread adapter to fit any handle or extension pole.Delko Banjo is the only taping banjo that includes the internal applicator creaser wheel for applying tape to inside corners. Made of super sturdy and lightweight shockproof plastic body. Ultra durable for long life.
Apply mud and tape at the same time with the Delko banjo, apply inside corners with the included creaser wheel, then smooth and embed tape with the corner roller.
Included Coarse Thread Adapter allows the corner roller to be used with virtually any pole or extension handle, broom stick, paint roller handle, drywall corner roller handle, etc.
Great combo for taping smaller jobs, remodels, additions, renovations, or tight spaces like closets and tight corners.
Description
Delko Drywall Taping Banjo with Flat Applicator and Inside Corner Applicator WheelSet includes:
The higher quality plastic and improved handle construction extend the life of your banjo.
The Delko Banjo Plastic Drywall Taper applies the mud and tape in one easy step. The flow of mud is adjustable to your needs using the adjustment dial.
Features:
Cinta Drywall Taping Tools Inside Corner Roller
Cinta Tools corner angle roller is pro grade tool with cast and polished aluminum body, steel wheels and collar.
Cinta tools have been used by professional drywallers for years and are proven on the job! Take a close look at the quality materials, high grade aluminum body, steel hardware and wheels, fully replaceable wear parts, and solid steel collar that won't snap off.
Updated thread pattern fits all standard corner roller handles: Cinta (New), TapeTech, Level5, Columbia, Drywall Master, Rankee, All-Wall X1 Extender. Includes free coarse thread adapter to allow the roller to be used with painter's poles, broom sticks, extension handles.
10. Advance Equipment 4617 Stainless Steel Drywall Taping Banjo
Feature
Holds 500 foot roll of tape, tape fits securely on tension spool,Speed wheel adjustable to your tension preference
Thumb screw for mud adjustment
Wood handle, adjustable strap, for right or left handed use
Made in usa
Description
Advance Equipment stainless steel banjo holds a 500 foot roll of tape, which fits securely on tension spool. Other features include a speed wheel adjustable to your tension preference, a thumb screw for mud adjustment, a wood handle, and an adjustable strap, for right or left handed use. Made in the USA.11. Delko Drywall Banjo Taping Tool with FREE OX Bag, Corner Roller, OX Pro Finishing Knife Set and Stainless Steel Mud Pan
Feature
ALL THE TOOLS YOU NEED to tape and finish your drywall projects - DIY, remodeling, repairs, additions, construction projects and more.FREE 24" HEAVY DUTY CANVAS AND LEATHER CARRYING BAG - Ox Tools bag with durable suede leather bottom, riveted frame and leather closure straps.
THE ONLY BANJO WITH INSIDE CORNER CREASER WHEEL - Delko Banjo is the only banjo with the inside corner internal applicator wheel for applying tape to inside corners.
CINTA PROFESSIONAL DRYWALL INSIDE CORNER ROLLER - A key tool for speeding up your banjo taping. Run the corner roller in inside corners to bed and flatten tape.
INCLUDES BANJO, CORNER ROLLER, MUD PAN, TAPING KNIVES, INSIDE CORNER TROWEL AND BONUS TOOL BAG
Description
Delko Drywall Taping Banjo and Finishing Set with Professional Inside Corner Roller, Stainless Steel Mud Pan, 3-Piece OX Pro Taping/Joint Knife and Trowel Set Plus FREE BONUS Ox Tools 24" Canvas and Suede Carrying BagSet includes:
The new Delko Banjo Drywall Taper is the only hand-held taping banjo with the Internal Applicator creaser wheel for inside corners.
The Delko Banjo Plastic Drywall Taper applies the mud and tape in one easy step. Flow of mud is adjustable to your needs using the adjustment dial.
12. Level5 Automatic Taping Tool with FREE Drywall Banjo Taper
Feature
Professional quality taping tool at a great price PLUS a FREE Banjo taper for closets and small taping jobs.Level5 Automatic Taper is a professional quality taping tool at an affordable price.
Great place to start with automatic taping tools or to add to your drywall tool lineup!
This kit sells for the same price as the Level5 taper alone, and includes our best selling banjo at no cost!
Banjo is made of rugged, shockproof plastic and includes flat applicator wheel. Internal applicator creaser wheel available separately.
Description
The Level5 Automatic Taper brings an unprecedented value to you. Recently redesigned with additional features that include: Adjustable Roller Brake that lets you control resistance on the main taping wheel. Adjustable Cutting Spring Tensioner puts you in control of the resistance on the cutting chain. Molded Cutter Tube Guide creates a smoother glide and easier cuts. Molded Tape Holder & Creaser Trigger Assembly is lighter, more durable, and no more broken hinges like the competition. The Level5 Taper is an ideal place to start with automatic drywall taping tools, or add to your drywall tool lineup. All-Wall recommends Level5 tools for contractors that are looking for exceptional value in automated taping and finishing systems. New Level5's have an exceptional 5 year warranty - often for the same or lower price than used tools! The Delko Banjo Taper is becoming the industry standard for affordable drywall taping banjos. It is a Homax style banjo made of rugged, shockproof plastic that holds up to abuse. This is a perfect tool for taping smaller areas, tight corners where a full size taper won't fit, closets, small jobs, etc. Just attach a roll of tape to the tape wheel, run it through the taper, and fill the banjo with mud. The banjo applies the perfect amount of mud to the tape (mud flow is adjustable with the control valve). Roll pre-mudded tape onto joints directly from the banjo using the attached applicator, then skim with a joint knife to embed tape press out excess mud.13. Delko Drywall Taping Banjo Tool with Sheetrock Matrix Knives, Adjustable Corner Trowel and Bucket Scoop
Feature
Best Selling Delko Drywall Taping/Remodeling Banjo Packaged with Pro Taping/Finishing Knife Set, Adjustable Inside Corner Trowel and Drywall Mud ScoopThe Delko Banjo has a super sturdy and lightweight shockproof plastic body is ultra durable for long life.
Delko is the only remodeler's drywall taping banjo that comes with an internal corner adapter / creaser wheel; allows you to apply tape and mud to all your internal corners.
Set includes USG Sheetrock Pro Contractor Matrix Series stainless steel 6" joint knife and 10" taping knife - the ultimate in drywall taping knives
Affordable Pro Quality tool set for efficient and fast drywall taping of joints/seams and corners. Great for pros or for DIY applications
Description
Delko Drywall Taping Banjo with Flat Applicator and Inside Corner Applicator Wheel Plus 3-Piece Pro Taping/Joint Knife and Trowel Set and Bucket/Mud ScoopSet includes:
The new Delko Banjo Drywall Taper with Flat & Internal Applicators is a Homax 6500 style banjo with a new and improved build for durability. The higher quality plastic and improved handle construction extend the life of your banjo. Includes both the Flat Applicator for flat joints and creaser wheel / Internal Corner Applicator in one convenient package.
The Delko Banjo Plastic Drywall Taper Features: