15 gauge stainless steel finish nails for exterior trim
Galvanized finish nails eventually rust and bleed through the paint on exterior trim. These are 304 stainless steel, so they don’t. That makes them the right call for finish and trim work that lives outside or anywhere you don’t want a rust streak down the line.
They’re a DA-series angled head with a smooth shank, sized at either 1-1/4″ or 2-1/2″, and they come 1,000 to a pack.
What they fit
Compatible with Hitachi, Paslode, Senco, Dewalt, Milwaukee, Makita, Ridgid, Porter Cable, Ryobi, Central Pneumatic, Banks, and Pierce nailers.
Details
- Gauge: 15
- Length: 1-1/4″ or 2-1/2″
- Head style: DA-series angled
- Shank: smooth
- Material: 304 stainless steel
- Quantity: 1,000 per pack
Frequently asked questions
Are these 15 gauge finish nails good for exterior trim?
Yes. They are 304 stainless steel, so they hold up outdoors and will not rust and bleed a streak through the paint the way galvanized finish nails eventually do. That makes them the right call for finish and trim work that lives outside.
What length and style are these 15 gauge nails?
You can choose either 1 1/4 or 2-1/2 inches long with a DA-series angled head and a smooth shank. They come 1,000 nails to a pack.
What nailers do these 15 gauge finish nails fit?
They are compatible with Hitachi, Paslode, Senco, Dewalt, Milwaukee, Makita, Ridgid, Porter Cable, Ryobi, Central Pneumatic, Banks, and Pierce nailers.
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