plastic spreader

Most items are made primarily of plastic and commonly incorporate additional materials such as nylon, stainless steel, or other metals.

Compact handheld spreaders in the listings show a hopper capacity of about 84.5 ounces (noted as a 5‑pound capacity).

Yes — some handheld spreaders include an adjustable dial with coarse-to-fine settings so you can control flow for different granular materials.

Handheld spreaders typically require no assembly, while larger cart-style spreaders usually require adult assembly (tools are provided).

Handheld plastic spreaders are described for dispensing granular products such as ice melt, grass seed, fertilizer, pool chemicals, weed killers, pesticides, and sand. Many include adjustable flow controls to switch between coarse and fine openings for different granule sizes.

Listed capacities include examples such as 10 gallons and 2.7 cu. ft. Construction options noted in the listings include metal or powder-coated heavy-duty metal frames, metal mesh drums, and blow-molded plastic tires.

Common ergonomic features include contoured, non-slip grips for comfort and control, U-shaped handles on larger spreaders for pushing or pulling, and lightweight handheld shapes for easier handling.