9 BRAD NAIL MISTAKES (and how to avoid them!)

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Brad Nailers of one of the most universal tools you can own! But, they behave a little differently from other nailers. This video from The Honest Carpenter will show you 9 of the most common brad nail mistakes--and how to avoid them.

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(Please note that brad nailers come in 18 gauge and 16 gauge sizes. For this video I've focused on the 18 gauge variety.)

9 Brad Nail Mistakes:
#1: Overdriving--be sure your pressure isn't dialed up too high when shooting thin stock. The brad may punch straight through.
#2: Bruising Wood--too much pressure on the tip of your gun can also bruise wood. Don't press to hard, or "bang nail". You can also soften the tip of the gun with painters tape.
#3: Too Much Nail--in general, you only need a nail about twice as long as your stock is thick.
#4: Spring Out--brads are somewhat flexible. They can change direction inside the wood grain and punch out through the side of your piece
#5: Fingers in Drive Path--don't keep your hands or fingers too close to the drive path of a brad nail. It may exit the wood an puncture your skin!
#6: Failure To Check Magazine--brad nails can separate in the top of the magazine, so be sure to check that all of the old nails are removed when changing nail belts.
#7: Steep Toenailing--brads are usually too flimsy for steep toenailing. Brads shot at more than 20 degree angles may skim off the surface of the wood and go flying.
#8: Don't Shoot Metal!--brads can't punch through metal effectively, so try to avoid shooting metal.
#9: Failure To Use Adhesive--brads aren't strong enough to hold things in place over time on their own. Use brads and adhesives together to keep projects securely fastened.

Thanks for watching 9 BRAD NAIL MISTAKES TO AVOID! Check out some of our other project videos below:
DIY Wood Repairs With Epoxy Glue:
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How To Remove Rivets:
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