using a finish nailer

Using a finish nailer on your projects

Shopping for Bostitch finish nailer or a Paslode finish nailer

 
   


A finish nailer is one of the most useful tools you can own, especially if you are completing trim projects or assembling finely crafted furniture. This is because finish nailers drive all your nails to a uniform depth, without risking hammer marks or leaving large holes behind. Using a nailer is a great way to finish off your projects quickly without having to sacrifice quality.

Finish nailers are available in cordless, electric, and pneumatic models, and so shopping for one can be a bit of a challenge. A brief look at a few different models can help you make a more informed choice when you are shopping for a finish nailer.

Paslode finish nailer

You can find a quality cordless Paslode finish nailer in many retail stores. The Paslode IM250II is a cordless model that can be used for many tasks, including installing new door jambs, door stops, baseboard molding, window casings, crown molding, and many different types of cabinetry. With advanced battery technology, the IM250II can provide you with hours of useful life between recharging. This model also has enough power to drive 16 gauge nails in lengths up to 2½ inches.

Bostitch finish nailer

The Bostitch finish nailer is a fast, economical, and convenient addition to your tool inventory. The Stanley Bostitch TRE500 has dual power capability so you can use it on either house power or 12V power, and it shoots both staples and nails. It has a rugged all steel channel to withstand tough treatment, as well as a contoured handle. The TRE500 does not have as much power as some other models of finish and framing nailers, but it is able to drive ½ inch or 5/8 inch brad nails accurately and evenly.

Senco nailer

Senco offers a wide range of finish nailers for do it yourselfers and contractors. You can find a Senco finish nailer powered by air or with a cordless battery, and each Senco model comes with its own strengths. The Senco AirFree line of nailers are cordless finish nailers with fast (one hour) rechargeable batteries. Each can drive more than 700 15 or 18 gauge nails per charge, which means you will probably run out of work long before the batteries drain in your finish nailer!

 

 


 

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