moverdear Posted May 31, 2007 Report Share Posted May 31, 2007 I am looking at buying a nail gun. It will be used for lots of things. Right now, it will primarily be used for baseboards, window trim, and hardwood flooring. I will later use it for common task is house remodeling. I am looking at either a 15 gauge nailer or a 16 gauge nailer. What are the differences in what they can do and which one best suites my needs?THX Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Rogue Posted July 7, 2007 Report Share Posted July 7, 2007 I am no expert craftsman, but i have done quite a bit of home remodeling, new windows with trim, baseboards, crown molding etc. I also did some construction back in the day.I dont know what guage is recommended for wood flooring installations, but i have an 18 guage finish nailer.I bought a black and decker cordless 12v 18 guage finish nailer, I know I know black and decker.. but i was surprised at how well it worked. Its light weight and cordless. I have been using it to finish nail 3/4 inch baseboard and trim and its worked great i was really amazed being 1 only 12v, and two being black and decker. It was about 90$ u.s. and I love using it. here is site that shows onehttp://www.tylertool.com/blanddebd121.htmlI actually bought mine at wal-mart for much less. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
b19str Posted July 7, 2007 Report Share Posted July 7, 2007 I like Porter Cable Nailers, the B&D rogue is talking about is alos a great nailer. I have used the following two nailers and I can say I like them both about the samehttp://www.porter-cable.com/index.asp?e=547&p=2606the major difference between an 18-23 ga besides the diameter of the shank is that most 18 ga brads have a slight head. this serves to actually help hold the moulding in place. i`ve not looked, but if you`re able to find a kit with an 18 ga and a 15 ga, or just an 18 ga that`ll shoot 2" nails i think you`d be better off. reason being the only benefit i see with a 16 ga over an 18 is an extra 1/2" of nail length. both nails will curl back and bite you, whereas a 15 ga is much less likely to curl and bite you. for furniture/trim type of work an 18 ga and a 1/4 crown stapler would be a good combo too, and i think i`ve seen these? in otherwords if you`re able to get the 18 ga and anything but a 16 ga you should be well served...... Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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