What size nail to use for window trim?
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Sara on Mar 22, 2011Using a nail gun?Helpful Reply
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Imagery on Mar 22, 2011Hi Brian, I use a 15 gauge 2 1/2" finish nail in an angled Senco nail gun for the area that will be fastening to the stud, and an 18 gauge brad nailer for attaching the trim to the jamb. I have also seen a 16 gauge used for both, but I think the head size is a bit to large for attaching to the jamb....Helpful Reply
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James A on Mar 23, 20114d finishing nailsHelpful Reply
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Carl Peters Jr. on Mar 23, 2011@Brian...Depending on the size of the window trim to be installed, an 18 gauge nail should be used. Usually 1-1/4" in length works well when nailing into the jamb and 2-1/2 through the thicker part of the trim into the stud. Try to nail into a flat part of the trim in order to fill the hole with a puddy knife. Use a product called Ready Patch to fill nail holes-let dry and lightly sand. When using a nail gun, watch those fingers.Helpful Reply
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KPT Carpentry on Mar 24, 2011Hi Brian, If you do not have a nail gun then use # 6 finish nails make sure you set the nail and fill properly.Helpful Reply
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