Brad vs Pin vs Finish Nailer - Which Do You Choose? 

Framing nailers are a whole other video we should shoot! Most people if they could only choose 1 of these 3 will go with brad nailer because it can do a little of everything. Of course normally the job/project right in front of you will dictate the tool you buy next off the wishlist.

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You certainly could! Pin nailers are perfect for accent wall designs, especially very small or delicate ones! Anything bulkier though and you'd best be looking at a brad nailer to get the job done!

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"Finish(ed)", aka: done, not coming out, not coming back, finished.

Well they are the largest for finish style and fine carpentry. But roofing and framing nailers are still way bigger

Corded nailers are not very popular, they jumped right from air hoses to battery powered and never looked back. Metabo HPT does make an adapter to use their battery tools with a plug but assume you’re looking to keep cost down vs adding an expensive accessory onto a battery tool.

Hey Gareth! That sounds about right to us! You may want to get a pin nailer if you're going to be putting some fancier accoutrements on it, but for your basic wardrobe a brad nailer should do the trick!

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Always important to remember! Well, that and not crossing the streams, but sometimes you have to be a little flexible if you want to defeat Zuul and save New York! (The pointy end should still go away from you, Gozer commands it!)

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@@jamesmocharski4803 I put red tools in black and yellow boxes so I can find them. Same with fasteners. You need to see what’s in there.

We’ve heard good things about Ridgid as well. Not a brand we sell (not the Ridgid Orange at least) but part of TTI family with Mikwaukee Tool.

Hopefully we'll be getting one soon! They've already got them overseas, so fingers crossed for an announcement soon!

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Brad nails would probably be your best bet if you're working with metal sheets; pin nails would definitely be too small, and while you'd have more than enough power with a finish nailer, the brad should get the job done and be able to save you some cash!

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I would suggest a 1 to 2 inch, in length, 18-gauge brad nails. Also wood glue is a great addition for stability while you're installing. While a finish nailer may offer more holding power, the brad nailer you have will do just fine!

Probably a fencing nail gun.

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One not covered here - a framing nailer.

Technically, you could use a Finish Nailer, but probably not the best choice. Those weatherboards could have some thickness to the material so your framing gun is better suited in my opinion. Could shop for a battery powered Framing Nailer if you're wanting something a little lighter.

Yes! A brad nailer should be able to do the trick for you; a finish nailer would do the job just as well, but if you want to save a little bit of money, go with the brad!

Using a finish nailer is a better option because of the reasons you stated, however because you are still working with delicate wood, you'll still have to be careful not to split the wood. You can also pre-drill pilot holes with a drill bit slightly smaller in diameter than the finish nails, this can sometimes help!

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It depends on the thickest of your wood, so a Brad Nailer would be best for delicate and thin materials and a Finish Nailer would be best for slightly thicker material.

Yes they do! Here is the link to our website: www.ohiopowertool.com/milwaukee-tool-2841-20 There is also a kit available as well www.ohiopowertool.com/milwaukee-tool-2841-21ct

Hi, for fencing jobs we suggest you use a finish nailer. It can provide more strength and holding power to drive larger nails to secure fence boards and panels.

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That Milwaukee's got a very comfortable angle to it, it's a fantastic tool!

@@OhioPowerTool Absolutely love mine. They’ve also been killing it on their Gen 2 Nailers; 18 ga Brad, 16ga, and 15ga Finish. Solid and reliable. In all honesty, though, bang for the buck, the Craftsman ones are also not bad. Bulky as all get out, but not bad. They have a great belt hook and hang well on a belt or tool belt if you need to climb a ladder.

You'd probably be best off with a brad nailer! They're quite versatile and would be best for all around cabinetry!

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Brad nails may not offer the best holding power, we recommend a larger nail or fastener! These include finish nails or even screws - both can provide more holding power than brad nails.

In general, a thicker nail (lower gauge) will provide more holding power than a thinner one. The increased thickness of a 15-gauge finishing nail means it can typically withstand greater stress and pullout forces compared to a 16-gauge nail

Not really I use my Brad nailer to do everything from trim to building cabinets. My opinion it’s the best of both worlds. If you won’t be using it much ryobi makes an 18g that’s a nice sweet spot for only $89.

Hey David! Your best bet for baseboards would likely be a finish nailer, just due to the holding power on the nails themselves. You may be able to get away with a brad nailer, but definitely not a pin nailer. Hope that helps!!

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Do you think that can I use the Dewalt DCN680 18GA?

Oh sure! Now, keep in mind that the brad nails won't have as much holding power as finish nails, so you may find yourself using more of them to fully anchor the baseboards to the wall. Start small and make sure you angle at least the first set of nails to give yourself a little room for extra just to be safe, and good luck!

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Correct! We're focusing on battery-powered nailers in this video; for the most part, the information translates across the board! The pneumatics give the nailer a boost in speed, allowing you to get through a project quicker than you would with a cordless one; however, you're then at the mercy of cords and hoses and the like, whereas a cordless nailer gives you the freedom of movement throughout the jobsite without having to lug a whole setup around!

What an excellent question! The answer to this depends somewhat on what wood you're planning on using, as well as if they're purely for decoration or if you plan on making them functional. For the most part, you should be able to get away with a fairly strong wood glue or even some longer hand screws if the wood is pliable enough, though if you're set on using a nailer, brad nails would be the way to go! Remember that the orientation of the nailer is important so the nails don't go shooting into or out of the birdhouse at awkward angles, and if these are going to be functional for birds, be sure to add some ventilation and drainage features to make it comfortable for them and have fun!

@@OhioPowerTool hey thanks. See I’m a quadriplegic so using a drill and screws is to difficult. I do have good arm function and limited hand function and believe I can manipulate the nailer well enough to use. I’m planning to build some log cabin style birdhouses using locally sourced limbs and such. Might make a few other designs as well though. I should be able to set the nail depth on the nailer though right. If not I should be able to adjust my air pressure to reduce penetration I think. I appreciate you getting back with me though.

That sounds like a phenomenal project! You should definitely be able to get away with using a brad nailer for that, and we'd also recommend having some spare wood putty or glue on hand to seal over any nail holes that you don't want exposed. Best of luck to you, and if there's anywhere that you can post the finished product, we'd love to see them!!

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Generally, they are! They're all used for fastening, or adjoining, pieces of wood together. If, however, you try using a pin nailer for, say, a baseboard project, you'll find the holding power in a pin nailer significantly lacking. Conversely, if you try using a finish nailer for some decorative trim, the nail will at least damage, if not completely obliterate, the piece you're working on. It's sort of like choosing the correct sized screwdriver; too large, and you can strip the screw if the head will even fit, too small and you won't get any leeway!

If you need all 3!

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