What size nail to use for window trim?
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Brian
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5 answers
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Using a nail gun?
Sara
on Mar 22, 2011
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Hi 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....
Imagery
on Mar 22, 2011
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4d finishing nails
James A
on Mar 23, 2011
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@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.
Carl Peters Jr.
on Mar 23, 2011
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Hi Brian, If you do not have a nail gun then use # 6 finish nails make sure you set the nail and fill properly.
KPT Carpentry
on Mar 24, 2011
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