Redoing moulding in my house - was told to get a nailgun with a compressor - is that necessary? seems like there are alot of nailguns without compressors these days?
2006-12-24 14:45:49 · 14 answers · asked by RXW 1 in Home & Garden ➔ Do It Yourself (DIY)
I guess it all depends on if you have use for the compressor after you finish your job.
If you have use for the compressor I'd go with the air nailer, from what I've seen they are cheaper, and the nails are cheaper.
If you have no use for the compressor, I'd go with a cordless nailer, The Paslode Impulse nailer is an excellent gun to use, framed my basement and a few for some friends and it worked great.
You could also compare prices, air nailer and compressor VS, cordless, also might want to price nails and buy the one that best first your budget.
Good Luck
2006-12-25 11:29:21 · answer #1 · answered by HVAC Man 4 · 0⤊ 0⤋
Hi, there are many types of nail guns available. Air nailers use compressed air. there is another type that uses butane with a battery, and yet another that uses battery power. You might be better off renting whatever is available, if your just doing your own house. I have three air nailers, they cost $200-$450 each, any you also need a compressor. They don't give the nails away either. You have to do alot of nailing to pay for that. But if you have a compressor anyway they are cheaper than the butane type.
2006-12-24 15:23:40 · answer #2 · answered by greg 2 · 0⤊ 0⤋
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It's easier to just replace the inlet on the gun (or outlet on the compressor) to match your air hose. I typically use 1/4" NPT fittings on all my air tools. So pick out which air hose you like the best, and match the fittings on it. You can purchase a whole set of fittings, or get them individually. Use teflon tape on the threads to help seal them (found in the plumbing supplies). By the way - the nail gun may or may not come with an actual fitting - often they don't. (The photo says it is 'representative'). You're looking at only a few bucks, even if you get a kit with a few different fittings, a tire inflator, and air nozzle. By the way - I strongly recommend that you use screws for the OSB - I prefer plated wood screws, or deck screws. Do NOT use drywall screws - the heads will snap. If you use nails - they WILL back out, leaving you with a wavy surface over time. Oh, and one more piece of advice about the air compressor - it's better to get needed reach by using more air hose, than extension cord. You lose amps over the length of an extension cord, which can affect the motor, in some cases, even preventing it from operating. Have Fun
2016-04-01 07:05:13 · answer #3 · answered by Anonymous · 0⤊ 0⤋
thats is the most common nail gun, Paslode makes a nailgun with no compressor. A small brad nailer is all you need, and I have never seen a gas operated brad nailer before. Or a finish nailer for that matter.
2006-12-24 20:51:38 · answer #4 · answered by mike67333 6 · 0⤊ 0⤋
The nail guns with compressors are really nice, but if you are only doing the one project, I'd stick with an electric. I have one ($25 from the local hardware store) and haven't had any problems with it. I didn't want a rechargeable tool because they were more expensive than the corded ones.
You may want to buy the nicest one that you can find though. There was a nail gun for $15, but it only took the one size of brad in it. The one that I got will do brads, nails and staples.
2006-12-25 05:15:25 · answer #5 · answered by DA 5 · 0⤊ 0⤋
if your going to rent the nailgun.. rent the cordless paslode finish nailer.. they work great but are a pain to take care of.. ive had the framer and finisher and both are sitting in the basement 300+$ each.. if you plan on doing alot more or moving slow on the project buy a combo kit, compressor,couple nailers(framer,finisher) that they advertise alot at the stores.. well worth the money. easy to use.. nice small nail holes, no smashed fingers or dinted wood. makes quick work of nailing. i wouldnt be without a compressor and nailer.. (cuz ive been without the cordless:( ..
2006-12-24 16:09:19 · answer #6 · answered by hometech02 3 · 0⤊ 0⤋
Yes, you can get a nail-gun without a compressor and, they're coming down in price, whereas they used to be in the neighborhood of 900 and now they're more reasonably priced.
Although I still use the compressor models just because I have them, my son-in-law has the gas guns, very nice and convenient.
2006-12-24 21:41:15 · answer #7 · answered by cowboydoc 7 · 0⤊ 0⤋
Not all couplings are compatible. If the Nail gun and the hose and the compressor came from 3 different places their is a chance you have 3 different types of couplings. Go to a retailer who sells parts and purchase the female coupling for the compressor and the male coupling for the nail gun that match the couplings on the hose and replace them..
2016-03-22 21:31:34 · answer #8 · answered by Anonymous · 0⤊ 0⤋
Your pneumatic guns r the best. You can use them 4 various
jobs. And a compressor is a must now days, and can b used
4 painting,tires,drills etc. Check at Sears,i got mine there W/ a free brad & stapler. ALSO a trick @ SEARS ( get the extended
Warrenty & read the small print,also ask the salesperson)
IF U don`t use it you get ur money back ONLY if claimed before it runs out.U r insured 4 nothing.
2006-12-25 07:59:53 · answer #9 · answered by john g 3 · 0⤊ 0⤋
In your case I would buy a small compressor because it has many other uses, then I would rent the finish nailer. You may want to consider a brad nailer because the nail are smaller so they leave a smaller hole, the draw back is they are not as long as finish nails. Brads are readily avail at 1 1/4".
2006-12-24 15:08:29 · answer #10 · answered by hoverlover7 2 · 1⤊ 1⤋