HOW TO USE A NAIL GUN - FOR BEGINNERS PIN nailer VS BRAD Nailer

When I started I wasn't sure how to use a nail gun or what kind of nail gun I needed. I looked for a quick and informative video to tell me how and help me to make a decision on what kind I would really use the most. I do get this question often on my Instagram and Tiktok pages too! So I decided to try and answer some of those questions in this video.
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Tools Used
Ryobi Pin Nailer - Shoots 23g pin nails
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Dewalt Brad or Finish Nailer 18g BATTERY OPERATED
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Dewalt Brad or Finish nailer 18 g- WITH COMPRESSOR AND HOSE KIT
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Brandi

[@Erik_The_Viking]

Nice video going over all the different types of nail guns. For the thickness/sizing it's easier to remember 18ga = 18 nails/inch, 23ga = 23 nails/inch, etc. The smaller, the better for finishing trim work. One important thing for beginners - never put 16ga nails in an 18ga nail gun, or you will ruin your nail run. I destroyed an old Craftsman 18ga by accidentally putting 16ga nails in it and the master cylinder blew up and broke inside. It was so confusing for me as well, and I spent a lot of time researching which nail gun to buy for my needs. I eventually went with a pneumatic 18ga because I already had a compressor, and 18ga would be the best overall size. Otherwise I would've bought a battery powered one.

[@EternalHarvestDecor]

Great points! Yea you are right, it’s important to use 18g nails in a 18g gun and so on. So sorry to hear you had to learn that the hard way! Thanks for watching!

[@oneeyedphotographer]

I wondered about that. I expect that the same applies to wire and screws and electrical cables. I'm not sure about fish hooks.

[@JAMESJJEFFERS]

Can't put a thicker nail through a thinner hole. 16 Gauge is bigger then the 18 Gauge. Larger the number smaller the diameter of the nail.

[@angelramosexperience8698]

I would love to stick a 16ga in a 18ga DeWalt LMFAO put the ramp up on the flywheel out if its misery

[@onojioboardwalk9748]

@@EternalHarvestDecor God, Someone finally explains this right! So many of these nailer videos are made awful, But yours is good.

[@acousticjulia23]

I'm a beginner DIY home repair gal, and this was so helpful! I bought the 18ga brad nailer from Ryobi to re-install trim and quarter round after I installed new lvp flooring. Thanks for the help. Here we go!

[@EternalHarvestDecor]

Fantastic! you got this! thanks for watching

[@onojioboardwalk9748]

@@EternalHarvestDecor .. Can the dewalt finisher fire nails from a distance? Please tell me?

[@CrystalClearHope]

I'm getting ready to purchase my first nail gun and was LOST. Your video was just what I needed. It is amazing! 👏🏾👏🏾👏🏾 Thank you so much

[@EternalHarvestDecor]

Yay! Thanks so much for the kind words. I am so glad it helped.

[@j.erinquist9751]

omg thank you for this video. I feel like a lot of diy for beginner video's they aren't really for beginners, they assume you know how to use tools.....this breaks it down so well for the ABSOLUTE-from-scratch-beginner beginner

[@EternalHarvestDecor]

I’m so glad it was helpful! Thank you for watching!

[@oskar3472]

You should add to the title : "pin vs Brad nailer". Your explanation and the part showing the finishing of both were excellent, way better than other guys who just talk and show nothing. Great video.

[@EternalHarvestDecor]

Great suggestion! haha Thanks for watching!

[@wilberpenafiel4385]

The best video smart ever , she explain step by step from the beginning. What is. How. When where. Yes ma’am my respect

[@EternalHarvestDecor]

Awe thank you! I appreciate you watching!

[@alliphil1]

Single mom here. Never ever nailed wood together in my life. I see a woman demonstrating and never clicked so fast. 😀You ma’am are my first training on what the heck to buy. 😀 Pray for me on the actual building. Lol! Now I just need a video on what nails I need to use to build a stand alone multi shelf mason jar rack and a 4ft by 6ft 5 shelf stand alone acrylic paints rack for my tube paints with 1inch thick wood. Clueless. Brad nails? Anyone? 🙂

[@EternalHarvestDecor]

Yay this makes me so happy! I’d you’re making a stand I would suggest getting a Kreg jig instead of a nailer as it’s more versatile with joinery! I have a video on the k4 system and it’s a much better use of your money for those types of projects!

[@alliphil1]

@@EternalHarvestDecor Awesome! Found the Kreg Jig video. THANK YOU!! I also made a "newbie list" when I watched your other video on tools you had when you started out. Headed to home depot in a couple days. Gotta say I came here for one thing and ended up launching into a whole new passion after watching you do your thing girl! You've greatly inspired me to be brave about woodworking as a home owner and trust me when I say that's a miracle. So THANK YOU!! Both my sons are stunned by my sudden interest AND sudden confidence with tools and woodworking.😊 (binged watched your videos! lol!)

[@EternalHarvestDecor]

You just totally made my week! I’m so happy you got the DIY big! Haha it’s an amazing feeling yo be free to make mistakes and then figure out how to work through those on your own! I LOVE that you have a new passion and new confidence! Just remember it’s all a learning experience haha so happy for you!! Thanks for watching

[@songsforlowewedding]

Ok this is by far the BEST informative tool vid. You actually explained terminology and troubleshooting and actual visual comparisons. I'm feeling confident in starting my first decorative molding project. So excited!! THANK YOU

[@EternalHarvestDecor]

Glad it helped! That makes me so happy!

[@tm58649]

This felt like a “nail guns for dummies” and I am here for it!! 😍 this has been the most helpful video I’ve come across, by far. Your videos are giving me the confidence to give this a go for myself ✌🏼

[@EternalHarvestDecor]

Thank you! That made my night! And I am so glad it’s giving you confidence, you can totally do it!

[@DianaStewart-ug7wm]

Did not realize that there are two different Nailers, this video really helps me understand the difference between each Nailer . Need to invest in a Pin Nailer

[@royweinstein2091]

THIS IS ONE OF THE BEST DIY VIDEOS. SHE DID AN OUTSTANDING JOB IN EXPLAINING EVERY DETAIL OF WORKING A NAIL GUN.

[@EternalHarvestDecor]

Thank you!!! I sure appreciate that! I tried my best

[@royweinstein2091]

@@EternalHarvestDecorYOU BELONG ON DIY CHANNEL ....KEEP UP THE GREAT WORK.

[@lyliavix4366]

You are so right I watched 5 videos before finding this channel and everyone one else was blabbing on about useless information without getting to the point or suggesting what works best for what! Also as a female woodworking newbie it’s great to call’a spade a spade’ rather than using jargon that means nothing to me (yet!). Found the part showing the different nails very helpful too. Cheers I’m now ready to purchase my first brad nailer 😊🤗

[@johnnymerchant]

I bought a cordless brad nailer a couple years ago after much confusion over gauges. I bought it for a single project, but I have ended up using that thing for at least 80% of my wood projects. It's just so extremely useful to be able to tack something into place temporarily while I glue or drive screws.

[@dreabia4759]

i been watching videos for an hour. i wish i had just found yours FIRST! ugh

[@mickeeia]

WOW! Girlfriend I have been researching all week regarding these nailers! This is the BEST video I've seen since I am a 'Beginner- Dummy'! Thanks for such a knowledgeable video!!!!!

[@EternalHarvestDecor]

I'm so glad! Thank you so much for watching!!

[@NeverQuitFitness]

Very helpful video for a beginner like me. Thank you for taking the time out to go through all the basic steps such as loading the nails and how the length is determined and the width of the nail. Keep up the great work

[@EternalHarvestDecor]

Thank you so much for the kind words and for watching! ❤️

[@AcornHillHomestead]

I cant say enough good things about this video. You are so detailed. I just bought the 18 ga Ryobi brad nailer. I am partial to Ryobi tools. I was hoping I bought the right one and your video confirms I made the right choice. New sub. Thank you for what you do. Cant wait to watch more of your videos.

[@EternalHarvestDecor]

This made me so happy! I’m so glad it was helpful

[@reedallidap7173]

Excellent material. Super useful. I ordered some pin nails for the accent wall I’m about to build

[@elchuyito355]

She has the best smile! But besides that she explained it to me really good. I loved the way she showed the difference. Keep shining pal!

[@EternalHarvestDecor]

Thank you!

[@davidnorman981]

I agree with Trin TM, easily the most helpful, clear and informative video I've seen. Thank you :)

[@EternalHarvestDecor]

Thank you so much!

[@kristindriskell4027]

I am so glad I found your video..you were the answer I was looking for.My choice of nail gun will be DeWalt since I have a DeWalt cordless Drill already .All the details you gave very helpful..

[@EternalHarvestDecor]

Oh I’m so glad it was helpful!! Thanks for watching 🙌🏼

[@camiliabastos9816]

Was looking for content like this, and yours is by far the clearest..

[@EternalHarvestDecor]

So glad it was helpful! Thanks

[@COOPER1524]

Thank you so much, I am having many corners inside my house come apart, and I didn’t know what to do about it, I was really stressed, but with your information, I’m totally at ease now, and can’t wait to start that project, I have many corner cracks through out the house and now I know exactly what I’ll need for the job,You have been so helpful, once again thank you so much, and I’ll be picking up mine today.

[@EternalHarvestDecor]

Oh be so careful with those corner cracks a lot of time they have a nail guard on them that is metal and that can cause the nail to shoot back towards you. For nail pops and cracks I’d use a screwdriver and drywall screw and then sparkle and touch up paint. Good luck! Thanks for watching

[@kimfitspiritsoulbody]

I love the basics instructions. Clear and concise. Thank you!

[@EternalHarvestDecor]

Glad it was helpful!

[@cuebj]

Excellent video. Thanks. Was thinking of a pin nailer to fix 3mm oil-tempered hardboard to a brick wall with hard plaster. Decided to use spray-on contact adhesive with 3mm screws in plastic plugs to supplement the glue. Screw heads will be filled. Two layers of backing wallpaper then top patterned layer of wallpaper in daughter's old twisted quirky house

[@makyni03]

Wonderfully explained the difference. I’m a dyi’ er and truthfully can use both nail guns. Newbie to your channel. I subscribed Thank you

[@sweetiepyi]

Thank you so much! I didn't know what to buy but you helped me oh so much. I do feel confident in going out now and buying the nailer I need.

[@EternalHarvestDecor]

Oh good so glad it helped

[@jeaniespice8112]

Thank you so much for explaining things in a way someone like me with no experience at all can understand!!!

[@EternalHarvestDecor]

Happy to help!

[@Silverdragon517]

Thank you for explaining the nailers in such a simple way

[@EternalHarvestDecor]

Thanks for watching

[@yolandajohnson4647]

The best video ever. I feel so confident now in getting a nailer. Thank you for the video!!

[@EternalHarvestDecor]

This makes me so happy! Thanks for watching glad it’s was helpful

[@AlizeRocha]

First-time subscriber thanks for the information!

[@EternalHarvestDecor]

You bet! Thanks for hangin around!

[@sandeepbhatti3124]

Thanks so much! Your explanation was very easy to follow along. Keep this coming!😊

[@EternalHarvestDecor]

Thank you! Will do!

[@nickbest2810]

Very concise, detailed video. very helpful. thank you

[@shavonsmith2245]

Awesome video & very informative!! Thank you so much!

[@EternalHarvestDecor]

Thank you for watching

[@mayconfraga4867]

Excellent explanation . I am a 45 years old man . Start my carpenter course 4 months ago and I an loving it. Starting to buying my tools now and thanks for the tips.

[@EternalHarvestDecor]

Welcome aboard! So glad youre here!

[@exxekhan]

Really well explained tutorial. Well done!

[@EternalHarvestDecor]

Thanks a lot!

[@claucantu100]

I appreciate this video! Thank you so much

[@FredMcIntyre]

Thanks for the info Brandi! 😃👍🏻👊🏻

[@EternalHarvestDecor]

Any time! Thanks for watching

[@keithlewis1741]

Wow what a great video I'm the market for a nailer you've made it pretty clear which product i should be looking for.

[@EternalHarvestDecor]

Awesome thanks for watching

[@martinebangs6520]

Hi Brandi....thanks for the tips...After I joined your channel over a year ago and saw you use one of those bad boys, I had to have one...I got one for Christmas last year, a Craftsman battery operated one...I love it....keep up the great work...Take care...stay safe...

[@EternalHarvestDecor]

Yay!! Happy to hear you like it!! Thanks for watching!

[@shane8463]

Great info!!! Love you and the videos!!!

[@EternalHarvestDecor]

Thanks so much!!

[@LPJR-be3wo]

GREAT information. Very well and simply explained. Loved it and Thank you for Sharing this video.

[@frederickjohnson2443]

Very informative, thank you.

[@Eric19401]

Excellent video. Thanks!

[@led6244]

Super helpful, thanks. Couldn’t decide until now

[@EternalHarvestDecor]

Glad I could help! Thanks for watching!

[@amandhillon6205]

This was so helpful. Thank you !

[@EternalHarvestDecor]

You're so welcome!

[@NovideaMarketing]

You just made my decision making process a lot easier😃 new subscriber here😃

[@michelle-yvonnemartinez7494]

Perfect information thank you so much very helpful!

[@EternalHarvestDecor]

Thanks for watching! So glad you found it helpful

[@StarLitStudio]

This was super helpful - thank you!!

[@EternalHarvestDecor]

So glad Cindy, thanks for watching

[@Bashdash123]

I LOVE learning from a woman as opposed to a man! Thank you so much this video is exactly what I needed!😊

[@EternalHarvestDecor]

thanks for watching! I am so glad it was helpful

[@Mecit786]

very clear explaining. thank u

[@ladykenja2700]

- Thanx 4 sharing a multimillion for clear, relevant, concise info & demo.

[@EternalHarvestDecor]

Glad you enjoyed it!

[@plantsandfish5512]

Excellent informative video

[@courtneyjohnson508]

Thank you for this video! It was extremely helpful!!

[@EternalHarvestDecor]

So glad it was helpful

[@chriskarpiak]

Thanks for this very helpful video!

[@44Mag]

Good information and nicely presented.

[@EternalHarvestDecor]

Thanks a lot 🙌🏻

[@JoannePulgarin]

Awesome advice differently will get a nail gun for projects thank you.

[@EternalHarvestDecor]

Thanks for watching, glad it was helpful!

[@anthonyjoynerbaltimore]

This video was very helpful.... thank you

[@rajanmathai]

Very good explanation. Subscribed and Liked. I am planning to buy one Brad nailer

[@EternalHarvestDecor]

Thank you for watching and subbing 👏🏼❤️

[@tnttube1234]

excellent explanation and thats so easy to follow! Thx

[@EternalHarvestDecor]

Thanks for watching

[@hanwin651]

Very useful post ! Thank you .

[@kagadaza07]

Thank you for the information on the Nailers. Great video! All the best to you and yours! Aloha from Hawaii!🙂

[@EternalHarvestDecor]

Thanks for watching! So glad it was helpful

[@raphaellukecuello41]

hello, looking forward to your how to oil the ryobi pin nailer. all the best

[@18briones]

I love love you gif this video. Thank you. You don’t know how helpful this was

[@EternalHarvestDecor]

I'm so glad!

[@JenEricRalston]

The pin nailer is on my Christmas list! Sick of filling nail holes. 😆 I have the Ryobi 15ga & 18ga nailers. Have not had a jam with either one.

[@EternalHarvestDecor]

Nice! I’m so glad they work so well for you!! Thanks for watching

[@frankb1]

Nice goggles. Glad to see you are using safety gear.

[@iwant007]

Love the energy not to crazy just enough to show you

[@EternalHarvestDecor]

thanks

[@SugarBeeFarm]

Super helpful video 💕✌️

[@curtflirt2]

Good Video Chica!

[@shineforfive]

Very helpful clear explanation! Thanks

[@EternalHarvestDecor]

So glad it helped, thanks for watching

[@gatorr4life]

Great video! Thank you. Learned a lot.

[@EternalHarvestDecor]

Glad it was helpful! Thank you for being here!

[@deenglish2067]

Thank you so much for your user friendly video.

[@EternalHarvestDecor]

Always welcome

[@ruthmarch415]

TY gonna go try it out

[@wickedstewart6011]

I've watched so many DIY videos. they usually just get me irritated. either the sing song host or irritating background music. (can you tell I get "irritated" easily?) :) Anyway, THANK YOU for getting to the point quickly, doing your video like a NORMAL person and not like someone who is auditioning for a TV show. You taught me exactly what I was looking for. Smart, easily understood, to the point and with zero irritation to me. Trust me, that's HUGE!!!!! Thanks again.

[@EternalHarvestDecor]

Well that means a lot! I try really hard to keep things informative and genuine so I appreciate that.

[@Robert8455]

Very well explained. Thank you

[@EternalHarvestDecor]

Glad you liked it

[@hazelvazquez765]

Great video! Thank you!!!

[@rmercado8138]

Very useful video.

[@Emman135]

Thank you very much, well explained, fantastic!

[@EternalHarvestDecor]

Glad it was helpful! Thanks for watching

[@CareMoniqueLLC]

Thank you for this!!!

[@YTStedfh]

merry christmas brandi

[@EternalHarvestDecor]

Thank you! You too!

[@RodgerDodger196]

Just today I was asking which to get( wanted a Ryobi as they've worked well for me-still..BUT YOUR VIDEO WAS THE EASIEST TO UNDERSTAND! -so it sounds like the 18ga for 3/4" trim boards & detail molding & pin for crafts, I like not having cords to trip over

[@EternalHarvestDecor]

Great to hear! So glad it was helpful!! Thanks for watching

[@0the0ambient0]

Great overview. Thanks

[@EternalHarvestDecor]

Thanks for watching

[@Cherivillberg]

I just got a new Ryobi brad nailer and used it today for the first time. I sure wish I'd had it years ago.

[@EternalHarvestDecor]

Yay!! So glad you got one! They are awesome

[@ACherimoya]

Thanks, this was very helpful. I have a much better idea of what to look for now.

[@kristinamarguerita1402]

super helpful, thanks bunches

[@EternalHarvestDecor]

I’m so glad! Thanks for watching!

[@Denise-wj4yy]

Great information ☺️

[@EternalHarvestDecor]

Thanks my friend! Hope it was helpful

[@pl2996]

informative video, thank you.

[@BullshitisaStrategy]

Great Video, Thanks

[@EternalHarvestDecor]

Thank you!

[@SRG4782]

Came to find out which nail gun to buy for shoe moulding. Subscribed when I saw you building a closet. 😆

[@EternalHarvestDecor]

Haha yeah! Thank you!

[@onksmedia]

Best explainer thus far

[@nehemiasrodriguez2159]

Great video thank you

[@annmargaretdoran3847]

Hello new to your channel.. ❤did you ever do a video on how to oil your Ryobi nail-gun when it keep jamming when you first got it. ? You referenced that you were going to make one… I didn’t see one in your playlist unless I overlooked it. Thank you.

[@ambastha09]

very informative !! In what cases I should use pneumatic nail gain. Please advise.

[@nelsonw2096]

Thank you! This helps.

[@EternalHarvestDecor]

Glad it helped!

[@tsetendorjee9040]

Thank you!

[@vish6658]

Hello Brandi. I am so glad I came across this video exactly when I was about to pull out my hair thinking which nailer to buy. Very well explained and thank you for this wonderful video. For baseboards shoetrim and crown molding is 18G Brad nailer or 23 G is good? Thank you for inspiring me!

[@EternalHarvestDecor]

So glad I could help

[@saravillafane5941]

Awesome!!

[@Robiam85]

Thank you for the breakdown. I work metal and decided to go into wood. This helped a lot. By the way, you have amazing teeth! Thanks again 😁

[@EternalHarvestDecor]

Wow, thank you!

[@dosadosa112]

Quality tool.

[@summerrblu]

Lovely video, What if you have a 6' x 6' size 3/16th thin plywood u wanna put in ur bathroom ceiling to paint afterwards which nailer you think be best the Brad or Pin?

[@THESKYMASTER]

Excellent video. A lot of information provided in a clear manner. I would have prefer the audio to be without music, the music does not belong in this otherwise excellent video :-)