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Nail guns are tools which have a very specific purpose and are designed in a way that simply replaces standard hammers and nails. One of their main benefits is the speed at which the nail gun drives the nails into the surface, no hammer could compare. Technology has been developed to ensure this process is effort free through its design. When you release the trigger, a great amount of pressure gathers behind the plunger this causes it to rise up, drive the nail out of the chamber and into the surface where the fastener is required. These styles of nail guns work particularly well when driving any thickness of nail through some of the hardest materials, however a downside of this tool is its requirement for an external power source.
Here are some of the main types of nail guns available today from a UK Tool Centre:
1. Framing Nailer
This style of nail gun is the heaviest duty, being used for wood framing in heavy construction jobs and building. They can be used to build a breadth of different items including fences and decks. Different models have features tailored to the needs of the user, so it’s worth taking the time to research different styles in order to buy the right one. Framing Nailers often have adjustments that allow depth drive. High volume projects will require a clipper head nailer as it can hold more nails, whereas a round head nailer is more compact and easier to get into smaller spaces.
2. Roofing Nailer
These nailers are heavy duty and mainly used by professional contractors and only the most serious DIYers. A roofing nailer provides speeds similar to a lightning bolt, however its uses are almost limited to roofing jobs. There are three different types of nailer designed for roofing jobs big or small. Spring loaded nailers are the simplest, the chamber fires nails out using the springs. Pneumatic nailers are the most popular style and are powered by a built-in air compressor. Solenoid nail guns are powered by electromagnetic polarisation.
3. Siding Nailer
For carpentry projects, pin nailers are generally used for finishing them. These are some of the most delicate and smallest finishing nailers you can buy. Often these pins are only used to hold materials in place until an adhesive sets as pin nails often have little to no holding power. They are almost always used alongside glue or another adhesive. They are often used for:
· Finishing work in carpentry
· Cabinetry
· Small furniture trim
· Thin veneers
· Crown moulding
· Delicate trim pieces
4. Staple Gun
Staple guns are often useful in carpentry, boards and panels which are easily fastened along with wood and fabric repairs. In upholstery, these tools are often used to reattach fabric to chairs and sofas.
5. Palm Nailer
The ‘palm’ in the name of this tool refers to its size. This nail gun has an identical function as its larger brothers, but is compact enough for easy transportation and to get into smaller spaces. With cordless, pneumatic and electric variations, this style has versatility and its light weight design which makes it ideal for DIY-on-the-go.