The Pneumatic Finish Nailer (Top and Blind Nailing)
Before using the Pneumatic Finish Nailer, refer to the Pneumatic Finish Nailer instruction manual so you can safely operate this power tool. For the first row you will be top nailing first, then blind nailing soon after. We recommend using the Pneumatic Porter Cable® Finish Nailer with the 16
Top nail at a 90 degree angle to the wood.
gauge 2” galvanized finish nails. Set the pressure on the air compressor to about 75 psi and hold the nailer at a 90 degree angle to the wood so you are shooting the nail directly through the top of the board. Each nail should be placed 1/2” from the groove side edge and spaced 6-8” apart to prevent squeaking. Also, place the nails 1-3” from the ends of the board. Later on you will fill these holes in with wood putty.
Now that the first row is fastened through top