I'm pretty sure you'll need a heftier fastener solution for something like a fence. Those finisher nails aren't really meant to hold together substantial pieces of wood like you'd find in a fence.
You need a nailer that can handle exterior construction nails, or else use a drill and exterior grade wood screws that are long enough to go at least an inch into the fence rails.
Great question! I was wondering the same thing for when we need to replace our fence (very soon!) I'll add Framing Nailer to my list of tools that I need.
suzieandjesse
Tue, 10/12/2010 - 09:42
I'm pretty sure you'll need a heftier fastener solution for something like a fence. Those finisher nails aren't really meant to hold together substantial pieces of wood like you'd find in a fence.
Tsu Dho Nimh
Tue, 10/12/2010 - 11:12
It will hold until the first breeze hits it.
You need a nailer that can handle exterior construction nails, or else use a drill and exterior grade wood screws that are long enough to go at least an inch into the fence rails.
mbuckwalter
Tue, 10/12/2010 - 11:53
Like framing nailer, maybe? I might be able to borrow from the neighbor.
Tsu Dho Nimh
Wed, 10/13/2010 - 00:44
Yes, framing nailer!
suzieandjesse
Wed, 10/13/2010 - 03:08
Absolutely a framing nailer should do the trick.
mamacat
Thu, 10/21/2010 - 10:54
Great question! I was wondering the same thing for when we need to replace our fence (very soon!) I'll add Framing Nailer to my list of tools that I need.