Comment on ten tips for hammering nails by iff

Hammering of nails is an ancient and delicate skill. It is a floating arm that moves at high speed, leaving plenty of room for error - not to mention that the target is quite small.

There are also concerns about material that you drive through. Its hardness, grain and nodule are all things to consider.

Some might think that the bolts and screws are the way to go all the time, but this is simply not true. When framing of a building or do something that requires a large amount of fasteners, nails are often the way to go. The use of finish nails on a piece also, makes for a very clean and polished look.

Here are some tips to help out you when their home hammering.

The claw on a hammer can do a job just to remove most of the nails, but sometimes stubborn can get the best of him. Invest in a cat paw, which is specifically designed to remove the nails.

If you buy a hammer, try them for size. East - this too heavy for you? The grip is uncomfortable? Consider that you will use it for a long time and you'll want one that suits you.

Think of your arm and a hammer as a lever. It moves in an arc that ends the nail. Make sure that your hammer is pointing directly and the nail will grow in the true.

Once you have the nail, keep your hand around the bottom of the handle. Not only is it more stable, but gives you the best lever effect when hammering.

Texture hammer heads are great because they "bite" better nail, but also will mar your hardware once you drive home. Choose the one that suits the job.

Once a nail is leaning, tap it in place with your hammer. The sooner you do this, it is more likely that you will save it.

Not only are more dense than the surrounding wood knots, but they are also more likely to divide. Avoid them if you can.

Game to nail on its head and bang it a few times to blunt it. This makes the nail push through, instead of to grain separate.

When you define a line along the grain, go in a straight line may introduce a long slit. Shift positions to avoid this problem.

To use a basketball metaphor: do not aim your shot. Once you have a nail, try hammer using muscle memory.

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