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When looking for the best finish nailers, we researched several to find you only the best for your home and professional tasks! Whether you want to put in hardwood flooring, build some cabinetry, or put together a birdhouse for your yard, the right nailer can make all of those jobs much easier! They come in all kinds of styles and price points, too! Before you invest in a finish nailer, here are a few features you should know about first.
Gauge: The gauge is the diameter of the nail your gun can use. Thicker nails have lower gauge numbers and are best for anchoring wood together. Thinner nails have higher gauge numbers and are easier to hide in the final product.
Power: Finish nailers are typically pneumatic, which requires you to hook them up to an air compressor to work. Other nailers use electricity or batteries to run, which can be great if you don’t want to also buy an air compressor.
Nail Size: The nail length you use depends on the project you’re working on. We’ll let you know the range of sizes you can use with each nailer, so you can choose the one that will work for all your woodworking projects!
Type: Nailers come in two different styles: straight and angled. Straight nailers are best for finishing projects, such as baseboards and molding, that require using thinner nails. Angled nailers can reach into tough spaces and work best when using thicker nails.
Weight: Heavier nailers are great for using on tough projects that require thicker, longer nails, such as roofing or large woodworking projects. Lightweight nailers are great for projects that require using your nailer for long stretches, like attaching shingles and flooring.
Warranty: A warranty is a great assurance to the customer that the company stands by their product. It means that the company will repair or replace your finish nailer if something breaks or malfunctions while the warranty is still in effect.
Now that know more about all the features offered, let’s find you the right finish nailer for your job or home! We found 10 of the best out there that are at a variety of price points, and they have a lot of nice features to make your woodworking projects go much faster than they would without it! If you’re short on time, check out the Top Pick and Budget Pick today – then come back when you have more time!
Jennifer Trimbee
Expert Researcher and Writer
Jennifer Trimbee, a lead researcher and writer at GeekWrapped, is an expert writer with many years of experience. Jennifer writes about technology, sports, outdoor, and gear products.
Article last updated on:
September 30, 2019
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