About Plain Talker
Plain Talker helps you pick a nail gun that fits the job you actually have, whether that's new baseboards, a shiplap wall or a backyard fence.
We write for homeowners, weekend DIYers and retirees with a project list.
You don't need to know what 16 gauge or 21 degree means before you start, because we explain it as we go.
What we cover
Our guides cover brad nailers, finish nailers, pin nailers and framing nailers, both cordless and air-powered. We look at models from Metabo HPT, DeWalt, Ryobi, Craftsman, Makita, Bostitch and others.
You'll find picks by job, side-by-side matchups, close looks at popular models and plain how-to and safety basics.
How we put a guide together
We read the specs, the maker's details and what owners report after using each nailer. Then we match that to the job a reader is shopping for.
The full method is on our How we research page.
What we are not
We don't make or sell nail guns, and no brand pays us to rank its tools.
Plain Talker is an independent site. We aren't connected to Metabo HPT, DeWalt, Ryobi, Craftsman, Makita, Bostitch or any other tool maker.
We don't claim to have used every nailer we write about. When we pick one, we tell you why, based on its specs, its features and what buyers say.
Our guides are not a replacement for the maker's manual. Read it before you load or fire any nail gun.
How the site pays for itself
Some links go to stores like Amazon. If you buy through one, we may earn a small commission at no extra cost to you.
That doesn't change which tools we pick. Our affiliate disclosure explains how it works.
Say hello
Found a mistake, or want a guide on a job we haven't covered? Send us a note on our contact page.