Mikey and Wendy are proud to be the owners of an entirely refurbished tool shed! In honor of Maker Faire, we thought we’d share this tidbit. We’re all about DIY and learning how to build with the right tools, so it was a real treat to get a tour of their gear, most of which was donated and recycled. Knowledge and the right tools can take you far when you’re a green pioneer.
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My parents are putting in bamboo flooring in their home. Are there any technical details available on the psi rating for that staple gun or anything else that would help us choose the right tool for the job? What brand is it? How much will a good one cost? Thanks!
Hi Chad,
I used a $300 Floor Stapler from nailgundepot.com
http://www.nailgundepot.com/shop/customer/product.php?productid=26314&cat=0&page=1
It is important to know what thickness your floor is. The gun above can do 5/8″ thick bamboo which is what I had, it has a special adapter included.
You can also use a pin nailer (finish guns) for putting down the floor. However, if your parents are installing 100’s of square feet I recommend the stapler. It will save a lot of time as well as your back and knees. I believe I was shooting around 90-100psi for the 1.5″ long .5″ wide staples.