How to Do Blind Nailing

Leah demonstrates how the blind nailing technique for attaching "tongue and groove" wood boards to a floor, wall, or other surface.
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[@johncarroll5910]

This was the most imformative video I've found on this subject. The video on how to "blind nail" was upclose and dissolved many mysteries for me. Thank you!

[@InterCity134]

Awesome, clear, concise and well thought out instructions. As always.

[@seejanedrill]

thank you very much!

[@mrbuckaroobonzai]

I must say as long as I have been doing carpenter work you do show excellent instructional videos. I myself when I do tongue and groove I use adhesive on the floor and nail about every 5 boards it depends on the width of the floor or the job itself. I can tell on your videos that you use some old carpenter school tricks of the trade my dad and I use to this day. Excellent videos!!

[@jayiow]

Great video. No crap just straight to the point. Wish all tutorials videos were like this. Keep up the good work

[@JasonGabler]

What's great about this video is that it provides an understanding of what's happening when nail guns are used during a floor install. I had an idea of what they do, but now that I need add a small landing extension to my floor and I do not want to go buy a nail gun just for that, it's really reassuring seeing it done by hand in this video. After seeing this, I'm sure that I can do this myself and it'll look great the first time.

[@gregorylaughlin2556]

A comment from Australia is simply this I wish they were people like you available to do flooring in Australia. Very nice clear video and thank you very much.

[@kimshirley7014]

Great informative videos! I love blind nailing to hide attachments. I have also nailed blindly on numerous occasions.. I blindly didn't see my finger and "nailed" it with the hammer bringing me close to using bad language and loosing my salvation! Thanks for these DYI videos Leah!

[@seejanedrill]

+Kim Shirley you're welcome, Kim :)

[@jameshurm7517]

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[@clintprice2123]

Leah has such a wonderful way of getting her knowledge into your head, after listening you really want to replicate what you just heard and imagine almost everyone would do a pretty good job of it. Me , I'd really enjoy sitting and speaking with her, it would be very enjoyable. If only grade school teachers could come across as well, many kids would excel rather than get left behind. Leah, you really have a gift.

[@seejanedrill]

thank you so much, Clint, I really appreciate your comments! :)

[@Rockmachine99]

I just love this channel.

[@seejanedrill]

+Clinton W thanks, Clinton!

[@bubbagump1306]

me too!

[@dannymoulder890]

You always do such a fantastic job in your videos. very clear and direct. I appreciate you!

[@dsokodrum67]

I must agree. She tells the WHAT and WHY of things. Stuff that other "pros" think everyone should know already. Thanks!

[@Soulcommander]

just got done putting a hardwood floor in for my first time before Christmas. of course there is so much more to putting in a hard floor including making sure you don't stair step or have H joints Etc but I always appreciate your videos. You always are willing to teach and that's a great quality!

[@seejanedrill]

+Soulcommander thanks!

[@BigTony2Guns]

I have been Looking on How to Nail Tongue and Groove for an Hour,,,AND YOU EXPLAINED IT BEST !!

[@massagetech2982]

You seem to be the only person who knows how to explain things on youtube.....KZbin..... THANK YOU

[@Evanmander]

I like they way you repeat yourself without losing flow. I'm now a fan.

[@seejanedrill]

thanks, Evan!

[@colindempsey]

Your videos are amazing. Really helped me with carpentry. Thank you.

[@zafn1984]

Always great vids. You make it seem so simple and easy with your excellent techniques, not just with your explanation but also with the way you show the smallest details. Many thanks for sharing your knowledge.

[@seejanedrill]

+Zaf N you're very welcome, and thanks!

[@patriciarouse2801]

Thanks, as always, Leah! You ARE the best!

[@jay1232000]

#seejanedrill, all the videos of your channel are very thorough and informative. I refer your videos and I get answers to all my household/ tools related questions. Thank you again for sharing the knowledge.

[@seejanedrill]

my pleasure

[@ryantwigg6463]

Leah, you are just wonderful! You have taught me so many useful things. Be well :)

[@seejanedrill]

+Ryan Twigg thanks, Ryan!

[@sonic_detour3927]

She is a fantastic teacher.

[@ednevermind8281]

She is awesome. Love the way she explains the details.

[@TheRobdog1976]

Great instructional video, I’m about to use this technique for my study ceiling. Wish me luck!

[@Darkwater1980]

Love the video. Just wanted to say that if you don't have a nail set you can use another nail as your nail set. It works very well.

[@seejanedrill]

Great tip, John, thanks for sharing!

[@NOOBS_CLAN]

Just wanted to say endless thanks for this video. I was on my way to give up coz I was sure I need all this heavy tools to do it and nailer gun and air compressor and almost got mad thinking there is no way I am gonna do it. And then here I found your clear explanation how to do it manually. Life saving 🤣 thanks

[@martin76501]

Thanks for another great video Leah, I keep learning new stuff that I never thought I would do my self. THANK YOU!

[@seejanedrill]

+Martin Arreola you're very welcome, Martin, glad you liked it!

[@elephantgrass631]

Came here just to burn a few minutes before I started work... ended up learning how to nail something a different way. That's how this channel goes folks.

[@seejanedrill]

:)

[@jublywubly]

Good stuff, as usual, Leah. Thanks for keeping us all educated and entertained. :-)

[@seejanedrill]

+jublywubly hey jubly, thank you!

[@storregro]

Terrific video as usual. I would really like you to do a video on how to sharpen various tools that we all use around the house. In particular, chisels, screwdrivers, scrapers, planes, etc. Just a suggestion.

[@seejanedrill]

+Sharon Torregrosa Hello Sharon, Thanks for the video suggestion.

[@conanmbre]

Always learn something new when I see your videos

[@seejanedrill]

+conanmbre :)

[@sullyprudhomme]

Leah, you are just fantastic.

[@davidlovell-smith9032]

Thank you for a great video! Gave me just the information I needed.

[@qualityfinishers4054]

Excellent demonstration

[@JoelBurley]

Leah, keep up the good work on these videos!! Thanks!!!

[@seejanedrill]

+Joel Burley you're welcome, Joel, and thanks!

[@MyownWimbledon]

You are a Wonderful Human Being! ♥ Take care!

[@christopherhanley7230]

Simple and straight to the point 👍

[@Allenfault]

Great videio. Pre-drilling can also be helpful in preventing splitting of the boards when nailing by hand. You can even pre-drll the boards ahead of time before you lay the boards down. if you are hand nailing, this will make the nailing easier and faster even if splitting is not a problem. For those of us with bad knees this will save time and pain.

[@seejanedrill]

Thanks for sharing your personal experience.

[@Meli3Chi2Town]

Oh Leah... I love your shows. I just bought a house and want to do so much. everyone who wants to helps me wants to charge me so much. I wish I knew how to do all this.

[@seejanedrill]

+Meli Mel You can do it...just keep watching, and feel free to ask me any questions that come up.

[@Meli3Chi2Town]

Okay thank you

[@stephendee7839]

Informative, and so delightfully narrated that the knowledge really sticks.

[@amirhouseingholinia2023]

Awesome information, thanks. These panels are installed on the ceiling of my front and back porches but they didn't use this technic instead they nailed them on the surface and are visible.

[@seejanedrill]

+Amirhousein Hazratifar :(

[@lindahayes6042]

Pro installer. The width of the plank determines how it is nailed on ceilings. Wider planks are face nailed. Narrower planks are angle nailed through the tongue.

[@Maxid1]

The amount of time it took you to sink and set that nail really makes me appreciate flooring staplers.

[@seejanedrill]

+Maxid1 Hello Maxid1, I agree that a pneumatic floor stapler is more expedient or a nail gun for bead board, but I always like to demonstrate the basics as well.

[@Maxid1]

I think that's the way people should learn how to do it too. First learn how to set a nail and then get to use a pneumatic gun.

[@kevtootaloo69]

I had to leave a comment. this is cold blooded!!! Nice!!!

[@seejanedrill]

thanks!

[@maximuscholencus5939]

Excellent Leah!! Thanks a lot!!

[@seejanedrill]

+maximus cholencus you're very welcome, and thanks!

[@TheMultiGunMan]

Great tips Leah! Thank you very much!

[@seejanedrill]

+TheMultiGunMan You're very welcome, Jason!

[@johnernest2779]

Awesome, the only question I have is can you ever get this apart or take the nails out without breaking the boards or the tongue? Thank you leah😀

[@carlcarefor]

Brilliant as usual

[@kostaad]

This woman is amazing.

[@gasmonkey5152]

Great for people like me who do not own a brad nailer. Your awesome 🙋‍♂️

[@joelbergermusic]

This was so clear and helpful. Thanks so much!

[@lindamarsden8024]

another great video, have you done one on the different kinds of nails and when to use them?

[@seejanedrill]

+Linda Marsden That's not a bad idea.....thanks, I'll be doing one.

[@RedBeardCarpentryWoodworks]

Great explanation!!

[@juanjohnism]

Great video as usual. You don't need a tripod your quality and close up shots are excellent. Question- what type and size nail did you use in this video? Thank you.

[@seejanedrill]

+juanjohnism Thanks Juan, 2 inch brads.

[@jimkunkle2669]

Thanks! Exactly what I needed to know to repair my water damaged floor!

[@zacmackey]

This was really helpful, thank you for such a great explanation!

[@ximo]

Great video Leah! thank you for teach us ^^

[@seejanedrill]

+ximo you're welcome, and thanks!

[@1sixscalecrafter351]

Hi seejanedrill: Excellent job. I love wood working and wow, you shown me some thing new. I love it. Thank you for sharing. I liked & subscribed. I am so glad I found your channel. Wishing you the very best. Take care and have a wonderful day. Peace & Joy :D

[@seejanedrill]

+1SixScaleCrafter you're welcome, and thanks for your kind comments!

[@aajaysea]

Great explanation

[@stevekennon1786]

Great video ! Question please: How would you replace a piece of tongue and grove flooring ?

[@seejanedrill]

Hi Steve, that's kind of hard to explain without showing it, but you've given us a great idea for a future video!

[@penelopemaynard9016]

i love your videos!! i love you :) thank you for teaching me so much!!

[@seejanedrill]

+Penelope Maynard you're welcome, Penelope and thanks!

[@womblestacker7993]

Love your videos

[@Berycej]

Thanks Leah

[@claysparks329]

Thank you!!! Awesome instruction! I’m subscribed now!

[@ourplaceourplay2m493]

Hello, thanks for very educational video. I have questions, can I use nail gun because I don't have floor nail gun? I also have Kreg deck builder kit, can I combine those 2 and will it works?

[@manicheanwarrior8589]

More great information. Love your channel. Thanks.

[@seejanedrill]

+ManicheanWarrior Thank you

[@ivanosikin1383]

great video. thanks!

[@MrUbiquitousTech]

Thanks for the instruction, I learned something new!

[@seejanedrill]

+ShysterLawyer you're very welcome!

[@sayhellotomychannel]

Thanks Leah, I didn't know this...

[@seejanedrill]

+justyoureverydaysubscriber My pleasure!

[@melliW1]

cool trick Leah! thank you and your skils and for sharing it with us.this chanel is awsome and thats why i love it. germany loves you Leah! : )

[@seejanedrill]

Danke!

[@titaniumtemplar9826]

Hello, i an in the middle of building a 24x9 ft porch/deck and i ean across this 2x6 t&g notty appearance grade pine boards at home depot at a great price, my question is will this type of decking have alot of problems early especially part of it being in the california sun and some rain? I was thinking of caulking around the posts and using thompsons oil base water sealant on all sides. I will be picture framing the deck too. any suggestions?

[@garvielloken3929]

Just Fantastic! Love this channel! For any DIY project i always check here or Ultimate Handyman

[@nunyabeezwax8309]

I frickin love your videos!

[@skizzity7180]

A better "beater block" would be a 6" cutoff of the tongue & groove. Then there is no damage on the tongue you are installing. Tongue and groove vaulted ceilings can be a real pain.

[@seejanedrill]

+Skizzity of Zen Hogs I like that idea!

[@PilotPlater]

Neat stuff, thanks Leah!

[@seejanedrill]

+Andy Plater you're welcome, Andy!

[@TheNorma]

That solves some mysteries!

[@seejanedrill]

+Norma Jean Clark (Short Film Channel) great, thanks for commenting, Norma Jean!

[@TheNorma]

seejanedrill Had a little Lowes haul yesterday. Should have a new book shelf in a few hours.

[@heypockyway6652]

Great video Leah, I'm slightly confused as to how this works. It looks like the nail is just going into the tongue piece. How does it help secure the groove? Thanks

[@PilotPlater]

+HeyPockyWay it doesn't. The key is that each piece is nailed to the floor at the tounge, so the tounge/groove can't slide apart. Since the tounge is nailed to the floor, the groove attached to it is then also secure from lifting because they are tightly fit together.

[@heypockyway6652]

+Andy Plater Riiiight, so the tongue section is nailed to the floor and the groove covers up the nail, making it blind. Got it. Thanks

[@gpspuzzlebox]

You have some of the best DIY explanations around. A tripod would really improve your video quality.

[@seejanedrill]

+Tyson Anderson Agreed. I'm working on purchasing additional video equipment as budget permits.

[@DEG1985]

Buen video gracias...

[@maszter501]

Hey me ayudo mucho con este consejo,aunque soy un hombre que trabaja muchas herramientas no se algunos trucos para realizar trabajos en casa,,gracias y felicidades,saludos desde San Luis Rio Colorado,Sonora,Mexico

[@Listeningtomuzak]

Translation/Traducción: This info helps a lot! Although I work with a lot of tools (or: although I am a handyman), I don't know many tricks/tips to help with construction. Thank you and cheers from San Luis Rio Colorado city in the state of Sonora, Mexico.

[@seejanedrill]

+Listeningtomuzak thanks!

[@seejanedrill]

+Jesus Navarrete de nada! :)

[@chuckmclaughlin9490]

One small suggestion to an excellent totorial: use a scrap of T & G about 6 inches long to tap the courses together. This eliminated the possibility of flattening the tongue, making it harder tto tap together..

[@cagedtigersteve]

You just make me want to go buy some boards just to try this technique out.

[@seejanedrill]

+cagedtigersteve :)

[@operationhotshotinc.6887]

Very Knowledgeable....

[@seejanedrill]

+Abel Casanova Thanks, Abel!

[@vawilda]

Thanks great video!!!

[@franl5585]

Great video, Leah, thank you! How would you nail T&G vertically on a wall? Wouldn't furring strips make the surface stick out another 3/4" or so?

[@seejanedrill]

+Fran L Hello Fran, Furring strips in combination with the tongue and groove panels could bump out the surface as much as 1 1/2 "......wall studs run vertically, so attaching furring strips horizontally will give you a solid nailer.

[@stara808]

Don't you have to also attach the planks to the wall? or floor...on the studs? not just to each other? (brad nailer etc.?)

[@hymness1]

Nevertheless, it's still a really hard and long job to put a new hard floor! Are the nails always nailed by hand or you can use an electric hammer? Awesome video as always!

[@seejanedrill]

+Hymness The video demonstrates the basics of blind nailing. On larger jobs a pneumatic nailer and compressor are used.

[@hymness1]

Thanks Leah :)

[@danielford2424]

Thank you.

[@scannon90]

When nailing a floor--face nailing or blind nailing--do you aim for the joists, or can you count on the plywood subfloor to hold the flooring in place? 10Q

[@seejanedrill]

Hi, you will be fine nailing the floor into the subfloor

[@billnolastname5078]

VERY good.

[@RandyJames22]

Leah, great video! What do you recommend for the spacing between nails here?

[@seejanedrill]

+Randy James Hello Randy, stud center

[@TonatiuhMellado]

Buen vídeo, gracias

[@seejanedrill]

+Tonatiuh Mellado de nada

[@adamaustin3373]

what size/Gauge trim nail would you use to install on ceiling

[@romeo2presley]

Thanks for the info

[@seejanedrill]

+romeo2presley you're very welcome!

[@joshuastarcher4272]

What size nails should I use with red oak tounge and groove. I don't have a sub floor the red oak is gonna be my sub floor my house is 100 years old

[@robmueller8143]

Nice job mama

[@hawkesworth1712]

The only thing I'd change is to lose the block of wood you used to hammer the boards together and use an offcut with the tongue cut off. It reduces the risk of damaging the wood to zero.

[@t.e.1189]

She forgot to mention there are ALWAYS a one roll of surface nailing on the first piece put down that will show. It will be along the groove side. In addition to that, on flooring there might be 2 or 3 rolls of surface nailing because you can't get the nailer or even a swing a hammer up against a wall.

[@deeskrodzki242]

...do you have to nail EACH piece or maybe every second or third?? ....tongue and groove should hold between nailed boards.

[@Studio_cmsh]

thank you!!

[@michaelbieber4502]

All how to shoot be just like this awesome

[@1962tami]

You are too awesome!! Thank you so much :)

[@seejanedrill]

+Tami Walsh you're welcome, Tami, and thanks!