Which Nail Gun Do I Need to Buy?

Which gauge? 15, 16, 18, 23? Battery? Pneumatic? There are so many choices to picking a nail gun! This video explain it all and shows you several tips to get better performance out of them!
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Type of finish nailers available
There are four main gauges (nail sizes, each gun only shoots one size) available. 15, 16, 18, and 23.
15 and 16 gauge are best suited for trim work. Installing baseboard, casing, crown moulding, exterior trim, etc… the main difference is 16 gauge has a straight magazine and has straight nails. 15 gauge guns are slightly larger but have an angled magazine and the nails are glued at an angle, this makes getting into corners easier. Available nail sizes 1” to 2.5”
The 18 gauge nailers are called brad nails, don’t ask me why - but tell me if you know! They’re smaller than the trim nailers (nails get smaller as the gauge goes up). But the size range available is 5/8” to 2”. That’s why you see the brad nailer in many wood shops. It has a head so there’s some holding power, but the lengths available make it very versatile for all kinds of furniture or woodworking pieces. In construction, it’s used for installing smaller trim pieces like stops, shoe, and quarter round.
The smallest available is the 23 gauge, or pin nailer. That nickname is a little easier to understand. Pin nails are headless and tiny! This makes them perfect for delicate work, they’re so small they often don’t even need to have the holes puttied over because they just disappear. But.. they also don’t have much strength, so be sure to use glue.
Pneumatic vs. Battery
Battery tech has made leaps and bounds in the past several years and nailers have been swept up too. The upsides to battery nailers are they don’t need a compressor, they work anywhere in the world you have a charged battery, and there’s no hose hooked to it to get caught up on stuff and drag around.
The downsides are they tend to be heavier, bigger, slower, and louder (not considering the compressor) than pneumatics.
Pneumatics are basically the exact opposite of battery. They’re faster, lighter, and quieter. But… they required a compressor or tank of air and are tied to that hose.
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[@mattmadson5187]

I've watched over an hour of nail review and content and no one has mentioned that except tip about orientation along the way. Thanks for that big brain info

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Glad it was helpful!

[@thejosher1510]

My 4 year old is my biggest helper too. Always makes me happy to see a dad building stuff with his kiddos

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It's always a good time!

[@maxwang2537]

The dovetail shooting pattern is very useful. I came up with this idea myself when watching this video but before it was mentioned. Thanks. The wedge diving tip is useful too.

[@YouCanMakeThisToo]

Glad it was helpful, thanks for watching!

[@Jesse-gv9tf]

This is a really good video. I've used the 18 gauge brad for 100% of my work. Baseboard, crown, trim and cabinet building to hold it in place for pocket screws. As you mentioned filling holes goes so much easier and it has enough holding power to allow the glue to set up.

[@YouCanMakeThisToo]

For sure! I seldom use anything besides the 18. It’s my go to.

[@whomadethatsaltysoup]

Very good demonstration on brad nailers and how to use them. This is the second time I've watched it. Thanks for sharing. I've used a Paslode for decades on building sites, only recently switching to the more modern gasless units. Last year I took the plunge and purchased a small, quiet compressor. As you said in the video, the pneumatic brad nailers are much smaller, very light, and usually only cost a fraction of the battery equivalent. Having made the initial investment on the compressor, I will add a 23g nailer to my arsenal - again, even the Makita branded model comes in a quarter of the price of the battery versions.

[@AnnaKincaid]

Perfect! Tha k you so much! I wasn't sure what I needed to get and ho much I would use it and so on. This definitely helped me figure it out! Thank you so much!

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[@fredygump5578]

Thanks! I was a sheet metal worker in an apprenticeship program, and nobody ever explained where gauges came from. Also the advice on nail guns is pretty solid.

[@YouCanMakeThisToo]

I've always wondered about it too and finally looked it up when I did this video, thought it'd be some fun trivia. There's actually a fair bit of history involved in it too. Every smith had their own set and it took quite a while for sizes to get standardized.

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[@size1up]

Thoroughly covered all of my questions. Thanks for the lesson.

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Glad it was helpful!

[@djavierjavier5033]

I am new to wood work and really learned a lot from your video. Trying to decide the gauge, type, brand, etc. of nailer to use. Your video explained very good basics and great tips. Thanks!

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Glad it helped!

[@roycmason]

Great video. Useful and thorough, but concise. I think I'm getting a finishing nailer when I'm ready to purchase. Seems like the good middle-of-the-road option for me. Thanks for sharing your knowledge!

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Glad it was helpful, thanks for the feedback!

[@SpriteHide]

I bought this nail gun as we were planning to renew all the fencing in our back garden. As this involved 19 double slatted fence panels, 10 of which needed to be cut down in size, we knew there would be a need for a great kzbin.infoUgkxHQsUrwNr5GQrnx9V4xDdUr56qxwuiBHt deal of re-stapling the wooden slats to the wooden framework. Each alteration required the re-stapling of 62 wooden slats with double staples. Prior to starting the work we ordered sufficient additional staples as per the instructions with the gun.The gun performed fantastically throughout the entire project with no jams of misfires. The adjustable power was excellent allowing the staples to be fired into the 8mm slats to the correct depth. For the price paid this was a bargain and it proved itself to be so reliable and versatile making an arduous task much quicker and professional. I cannot recommend this product highly enough and it will be used on many other projects in the future.

[@YouCanMakeThisToo]

Pneumatics are, batteries are heavier

[@archer0770]

Just the information I needed. I have been doing woodwork for over 40 years and have never used an air gun. Well, it's time I try one. Thanks for the info., esp. the nail blowout part. I would have learned that the hard way, lol...

[@YouCanMakeThisToo]

Glad to hear! And yeah.. I still screw it up from time to time, it's just one of those things. Definitely helps if you at least know how to prevent it though.

[@MarktMorris]

So glad I stayed to the end. So cute!

[@behype6527]

Amazing video. I rarely comment but this content was top notch. Informative at first in order to understand the different types of nailers, and practical with real usage tricks at the end. Thanks a lot !

[@YouCanMakeThisToo]

Much appreciated!

[@xxmsaxx]

My gf and I are putting on trim after pulling it off to add flooring and I was just tossing around the idea of buying vs renting a nail . I didn't know where to start. I feel much more educated and confidant now, thanks so much.

[@YouCanMakeThisToo]

Thank you so much for taking the time to leave this comment, they go a long way in keep me motivated to do videos like this

[@jonathanbullman7058]

Thanks for the help. Just picked up my first ever nailer (hobbyist who's always just used a hammer and nails... But after trimming my entire houses baseboards and shoe moulds with a fricken hammer and nails I decided I'd get one lol) I'll mostly use it to hold pieces together during glue ups and such but also for non structural builds for thing the wife wants me to make. This was helpful because I've just never used this tool before

[@YouCanMakeThisToo]

That's great! Now that you finally bit the bullet I bet you really wish you'd done that before you trimmed the house. Man, I never wanna use a nail set again.

[@thomwigle2240]

Doing research to set up the workshop I’ve always wanted. This is a great video. Have saved it for future reference. Thx!

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Glad it was helpful!

[@cameroncaffee8243]

Great instruction ! Several tips to make my use more effective.

[@YouCanMakeThisToo]

Glad to hear it! Thanks!

[@briannaaam]

Trying to decide which would suit me better, glad I can get all my info here! Thanks for the time/effort put into making this video!

[@YouCanMakeThisToo]

I’m glad I succeeded then, happy to help!

[@TheGrantAlexander]

Got a pin nailer for Christmas. Haven't had the opportunity to use it yet, but i can't wait 😁 one day I'll swap out my air powered one for a battery powered as it seems like it would be worth it. Thanks for sharing Caleb!

[@YouCanMakeThisToo]

They’re a lot fun, you’ll love it. Thanks for watching, Grant!

[@tebai8807]

Excellent video and helpful tips. Thanks.

[@YouCanMakeThisToo]

Glad it was helpful!

[@bigviper64]

I am New to using Pneumatic (anything), I didn’t know we needed to Oil the guns or the Air Line...when we buy those guns, nothing is said about oiling... Thanks for the tip on angling the nails, I heard this on a previous video. Also nice info on the different size nails..a 10ga nail means that there are ten nails to the inch, whereas an 18 ga nail. There are 18 nails per inch..good way to remember that. Lots to learn when I thought it would be easy!

[@YouCanMakeThisToo]

Good to know! I hadn’t heard of the nails to the inch between

[@sarahpawlak1859]

Wow, great info. Informational without being boring. Thanks.

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That’s what I aim for, thanks!

[@SpencleyDesignCo]

Exactly the video we needed! Thanks!

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Glad to hear it!

[@joshuatharpe9397]

Great video! Angled nails seem like a great tip!

[@YouCanMakeThisToo]

They work great!

[@yourfacelookslikebut]

Oh my goodness! Thank you for the wedge nail tip! Man oh man thank you haha!

[@YouCanMakeThisToo]

You are so welcome!

[@MeaningOfLifeNow]

Thank you! Learned a trick or two !

[@YouCanMakeThisToo]

Awesome!!

[@BartNoble]

That was a great tip about angling brads for a "dovetail". Thanks!

[@YouCanMakeThisToo]

Glad it helped! Game changer when I learned that one.

[@reelyology]

Exactly the advice I needed. Thinking about getting my first nail gun. Thank you!

[@YouCanMakeThisToo]

Glad it was helpful!

[@reelyology]

@Humble Joe I have two air compressors at home, so pneumatic it is! Got me an F30 model which costed $15. So far so good. For electric the cheapos won't work well, and you'll need to spend a lot for a good one, they also not as fast as pneumatic ones. That's what I hear and people say.

[@gsdls]

Thank you for the great description

[@YouCanMakeThisToo]

You bet! Thanks for watching

[@treratcliff]

This explanation video helped me out so much thank you!

[@YouCanMakeThisToo]

Glad it helped!

[@number1pappy]

Thanks for the video! I picked an air nailer because, although it's more expensive right away because I needed a air compressor, now that I have an air compressor I can get multiple air powered tools besides the brad nailer alot cheaper than battery powered nailer and tools.

[@YouCanMakeThisToo]

Heck yeah, do what works for you

[@vallove4life]

Thank you! Very helpful information for someone who is just starting with power tools. (Not always asking my dad or brother for help) 👍

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Glad it was helpful!

[@chrisnash2154]

Loved the tip on dovetail nailing! Cute kid!

[@YouCanMakeThisToo]

Thanks! It’s a really useful technique

[@Jack-it2pe]

exactly the video I needed was very concise, thanks!

[@YouCanMakeThisToo]

So glad to hear, thanks!

[@tashapalmer4519]

Thanks for the great info. I have a small corded pin nailer that takes 15mm (5/8 inch I think) but want to make larger things like boxes with 1/2 inch ply so need something bigger. I don't have a compressor and was thinking about the battery brad nailers. I'm happy to be patient. I like the way you explain things so I'll be checking out your other videos :)

[@YouCanMakeThisToo]

Thanks for the feedback, glad this was helpful! And I'd agree, sounds like a battery brad nailer is the ticket for you.

[@vicievee1095]

Thank you! This was helpful!

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Glad it was helpful!

[@AntonioClaudioMichael]

Very helpful video caleb nice and informative you rock

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Thanks man!

[@paulhaworth1824]

Thanks that's helped me a lot got a number of framing nailers but never knew what was what with Brad nail guns

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Glad I could help

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Nice! Great job. Keep up the good work sir!

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Thanks, will do!

[@YSmommy]

this was so informative! thank you

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Glad it was helpful!

[@urspecial2me]

Thank you so much for this video! No one has ever taught me about nail guns or how to shoot them into wood. Much appreciated! And your little man is a handy man in traning1

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Glad it was helpful!

[@jwbnscacpt]

Very informative, thank you!

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[@muhammedsoyer2031]

Nice job explaining it.

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Thanks!

[@kennethvanwinkle6558]

Great tip about preventing blowout. That’s a game changer. Thanks!

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It's a big help!

[@tblue1904]

This video helped me a lot , thank you so much

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Brilliant video- THANK YOU

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Thanks for watching!

[@petrol_prophet]

definitely inspired and educated! Thanks so much!!!!

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So glad!

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Very informative. Thank you

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Thanks!

[@benjones1452]

great tutorial clear and demonstrative

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Thank you!

[@you2449]

Best nail gun summary I've found!

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Thanks!

[@kencook4956]

Good job and I did learn.

[@pyrofful]

Awesome video thanks! One plus for buying an air compressor vs battery operated tool is the air compressor can be used for any air tool that runs off that pressure where a battery can only be used on a select number of tools from *that* brand of manufacturer. Pay now or pay later I guess. If you are getting into power tools and not just a one project wonder a decent quality air compressor may save you money down the road and definitely leave your options open to any manufacturer tool requiring air power. I know you know this but to those who don't know....

[@YouCanMakeThisToo]

That’s true.. but you’re still tethered to a hose and limited by compressor capacity. The only tool I’ve ever ran off a compressor are nailers. Of course air blowers too. Otherwise everything is electric and mostly battery. No cords or unplugging/replugging.

[@vivekdesai8500]

Good info, Thank you!

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[@VinayakGovande]

Very useful video. Would be helpful in buying and choosing one nail gun. Thanks for spending efforts and energy in making one.

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Glad it was helpful!

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Thanks for the info.

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Any time!

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Very Helpful, thanks

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Thanks a lot, very informative.

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Thanks! Fantastic info

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[@benhaze1010]

Fantastic review for any beginners.

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Thanks!

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Thanks for the advice...

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Any time!

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Anytime! Thanks for watching!

[@willneville]

Really helpful! Thanks

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You're welcome!

[@anrui9]

I am just starting out in woodworking, so this was very helpful! My first projects will be simple mitered frames. I was contemplating a 23g pin nailer to secure the frame, which is how I ended up finding your video. But now I am wondering if a 23g is really just meant to be a temporary hold. Would 23g nails be sufficient for holding a picture frame's joints together, or for holding the frame to a board beneath it? The first project I am making will have 1/4" plywood art (laser cut) glued to a 1/4" MDF backing. The person that created the laser cut file I used suggested nailing 1 x 2" boards to the back of the MDF along the sides, then nailing 7/16 x 1 5/8" boards along the edges to create the frame that you would see from the front. They had the frames just straight cut at the ends, but I plan to try to miter them. I had planned on just using finishing nails and a nail sink for the 1x2" boards attached to the MDF (the art will be glued over top of the nails along the edges of the MDF) and for the same for the frame itself. But I've been eyeing nail guns to make this easier, as I would love to make lots of these wall hangings. I also really want to make some shadow boxes, but need a router first. I only have a miter saw and table saw right now.

[@YouCanMakeThisToo]

A 23ga would really just be a temporary hold for anything structural. One trouble is miter joints tend to not hold glue well because of all the end grain. A good solution for picture frames is to staple the back of them.

[@fishsquishguy1833]

The PVC hose is good for a long run like when I’m using the big compressor in my garage and using a nailer inside my house. The last 25’ I plug in a 1/4” soft rubber hose which flexes and is very comfortable to use. I think using too long of a soft hose you start to get a pressure drop which may or not be a problem if your compressor can compensate. That’s where the stiffer PVC line can help.

[@YouCanMakeThisToo]

That makes sense, I seldom run long enough to need multiple lines so hadn't thought about mixing them.

[@likeskittys]

Good info, thanks

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Glad it was helpful!

[@leathercraft1982]

appreciate the knowledge 🙏

[@Brandyp2010]

EXCELLENT 👌 Thank you so much... Very educational... I was searching for the difference between a Framing vs Finishing Nail Gun. I want to make my own Picture Frames and Replace the Crown Molding... A contractor installed Tiles and the Baseboards... He didn't Miter anyting... It looks so terrible.. I told him I had a Miter Saw, but he wouldn't use it... So now, I'm going to take it off and do it right... So, thank you for helping me understand. I purchased a Craftsman's 15 Gauge Nail Gun several years ago and never used it... I just found it in the basement... Now I want a 18 gauge and a 23 gauge...

[@YouCanMakeThisToo]

Glad this was helpful! The 18ga is what you'll want for all the trim work. But the 23 will be perfect for picture frames. Hope you can get them soon!

[@Brandyp2010]

@@YouCanMakeThisToo I found a Cheap 23 Gauge at Lumber Liquidators... $9.99 I put the DeWalt 18 Gauge on my Wish list... hopefully by Christmas ❣️

[@samueladams584]

Great info 👍

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Glad you think so!

[@cuarajhyrojayju4397]

Best explanation thanks also I love the fact you have your child involved.

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Thanks!

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I learned more in the 1st min of watching this than I'd done so from hours on the web thanks for this great video,

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Great to hear!

[@diplayball]

same

[@martinspilovsky9071]

Bro that was a really cool demonstration and explanations.

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Thanks!

[@BobG-eh5fc]

Great tip about blowouts and being perpendicular. Thanks for an informative review.

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Glad it was helpful!

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Great video bud!

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Thanks!

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As others have said, very informative video 👍🏻

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Thanks 👍

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THANK YOU!!!!! 🙏🏽 GREAT video for clueless beginners!!!!

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Glad it was helpful!

[@andre1987eph]

Good tips

[@ChefJasonRendon]

For me, your advice hit home: Clear explanation of nail size of nail & type, shoot at an opposing angles and the wedge effect. Thank you

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Great to hear, glad it was helpful!

[@kauaixtremeshorefishing1021]

Whoa...excellent tip

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Glad you think so!

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Concise good info

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Thanks!

[@earthangel8875]

Thank you, I'm in the market for a Nail gun. This video was helpful. Angel from The Bay

[@YouCanMakeThisToo]

Glad it helped!

[@AGlimpseInside]

I want a zero gauge nailer. That would be insane. Also really good tips here sir

[@YouCanMakeThisToo]

That would be insane, thanks Chris!

[@MikeLtm32]

I'd go with "negative X (random number)" gauge. ;)

[@AntonioClaudioMichael]

Helps me a ton

[@YouCanMakeThisToo]

Great to hear

[@bnwww]

The Gen 2 Milwaukee 18Ga brad nailer is rated for 180 nails a minute on continuous fire. From what I've seen on video reviews it seems to be capable of it, or very close to it.

[@YouCanMakeThisToo]

That's pretty cool, sounds really fast. Probably the way to go for someone that needs to lay down a ton of brad nails fast pretty often.

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Great information for a beginner

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Glad I was able to deliver

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You deserve a million of thumbs up for this video!

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Thanks!

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Thanks so much

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You're welcome!

[@TrevorDennis100]

Hey not fair. No one is going to give you a thumbs down after seeing your young lad with his licorice lips (it does look some people did not watch to the end though). I came out learning more than I expected. You definitely prevented me wasting money on a cheap airline, and I would have suffered blow out for sure as I'd have assumed aligning the sharp edge chisel edge with the grain would make the brads/nails cut through the wood easier. So a helpful video that I thank you for sharing.

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Glad you were able to pick up more tips!

[@sjrowan]

Excellent.

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Thanks!

[@Beats-By-Anthony]

Thanks for the video. Which one would you recommend for solid concrete walls installing trimboard?

[@YouCanMakeThisToo]

None of these are going into concrete. You’d need a Ramset, or liquid nails

[@Beats-By-Anthony]

@@YouCanMakeThisToo Thanks, will do!

[@stathispap733]

What about electric nailers? I'm looking to buy my first nailer for use on furniture builds. I leave in Greece and range of tools ( in terms of brands) are limited so I'm just trying to find a low budget / reliable solution. Since I cant bring a nail gun from US i limited my first purchase on electric vs pneumatic nailer . I prefer the electric solution since I leave and do my projects at home and noise from compressor is a downsize. Whats your advice?

[@YouCanMakeThisToo]

It sounds like electric would be a good option for you. I didn't include them because they're not very common here except for staplers and very small nails. But I have had a few foreign watchers mention them to me since I published this. Sorry for the oversight!

[@pablomarquez4431]

So I'm doing 3/4" round molding for my stairs. Can I use a 23gauge with a 1inch nail?

[@YouCanMakeThisToo]

You'd want to use some glue with that too.. you're only going to have 1/4" penetration, which isn't much.. and if it's not super tight against the back, it's even less. I'd use an 18ga brad nailer with 1.25 or 1.5" nails.

[@neishat]

Here to support!!! 😁

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Thanks for the constant love!

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You’ll enjoy next weeks video a lot more. Got a sweet project coming!

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I can’t wait!!! 😊

[@susana5052]

Great video. Thank you! PS your son is adorable!💕

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Thank you!

[@susana5052]

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[@inkybeans]

Hi, New sub here. I like your video a LOT. Very, very helpful for me! I'm going to attempt to repair my 6 ft wood fence this spring. Many of the (slats? slabs?) fell out with storms last summer. I bought myself a Numax 21° 3½" full round head framing gun and am wondering if you can help me with which compressor I should get? (If u have a vid on this, pls forgive me as I'm just getting to watching ur vids. Thx). I appreciate your help and thank you.

[@YouCanMakeThisToo]

Anything 3gal or bigger will be fine. You don’t need a big one. Just beware that it’ll cycle on and off quite a bit for a framing gun. Which isn’t ideal.. but considering how often you’ll be doing it, it’ll be fine. I’ve done it quite a few times without killing my compressor. Good luck! And be sure to use galvanized ring shank nails.

[@bamptonbred]

Hi, I'm looking for a Nail gun for making furniture from old pallets,which would u recommend for this? It would be only for occasional use for a few hours a day. thank you

[@YouCanMakeThisToo]

That's really not enough information.. if plan on assembling using just nails (which I highly advise against for furniture), you need a framing nailer to stand a chance.

[@kchilz32]

The 2 in 1 brad nailer/stapler at harbor freight it’s an awesome bargain for 29.99 I bought it with a coupon for 23.99

[@YouCanMakeThisToo]

Sweet deal, I picked up my pin nailer from there.

[@kchilz32]

@@YouCanMakeThisToo awesome!

[@organicthug5220]

The bostich nailers have all broken on me. I did not oil them, so possibly it was that. I got the pancake compressor and 3 tool kit for real cheap. You tend to get what you pay for.

[@YouCanMakeThisToo]

I got the same set about 10 years ago and the nailers still run well for me, but I’m sure to oil them each day that they’re used. Metal bits don’t like to run dry.

[@tiim00]

You didn't mention about blank bullet powered nail guns. Great video by the way 👍

[@YouCanMakeThisToo]

Thanks! That's 'cause there aren't any trim guns that are powder fired. I kept this to those.. which are commonly used in woodworking. That's why I didn't get to framing nailers, roofing nailers, flooring nailers..