What Is a Nailer?
A nailer is a tool that allows you to drive nails into wood electrically. The advantage is that it requires less time and effort than manually driving nails into the wood. If you frequently drive nails into wood, using a nailer will dramatically improve your work efficiency.
There are various nailers, from high-pressure nailers that are connected to a compressor to rechargeable nailers that can be used in confined spaces, making them useful in a wide range of situations. In order to use it safely, it is necessary to choose a nail gun suitable for the intended use.
Uses of a Nailer
Nailers are easy to handle, even for beginners, and can quickly drive nails into the ground. They are therefore used in a wide range of applications, from construction sites and woodworking areas to DIY at home.
When used at home, they are often used to assemble or repair furniture. Small nailers in particular are the most versatile type of nailers, as many of them can be handled with one hand and have a strong driving force.
In recent years, rental and used nailers have also become available, making it possible to use nailers at lower prices.
How to Choose Nailers
Types of Nailers
There are many different types of nailers. Some of them are introduced below, so be sure to choose the right one for your use:
- High-pressure roll nailers: High-pressure roll nailers are compact and powerful. They can drive nails under high pressure and are low rebound, making them easy to handle even for beginners.
- Normal-pressure roll nailers: Although less powerful than high-pressure roll nailers, these nailers can drive nails with relatively high pressure and offer excellent cost performance.
- Piecewise nailers: These nailers do not drive in a series of nails, but rather handle each nail one at a time. The nailing position can be finely adjusted, making it suitable for work in tight spaces.
How to Connect Nails
There are two types of nailers that can be attached to nailers: wire nails and plastic sheet nails.
- Wire nails: Wire nails are less prone to jamming and offer excellent cost performance. Various nail lengths are available.
- Plastic sheet nails: Plastic sheet nails have a stronger nail connection than wire nails and are less likely to collapse. Therefore, plastic sheet nails are suitable for carrying and handling short nails.
Types of Nails
Various types of nails are available, depending on the material into which you want to nail.
Finish nailers are used for finishing. The nails are less noticeable and they are used to provide a beautiful finish.
Brad nailers on the other hand are shaped like a staple needle and are suitable for fixing fabric-like materials, although the nails are more visible.