What Nail type should I use on Cedar Wood?

What Nail type should I use on Cedar Wood?

We all know that cedar is one of the more superior materials to use. Cedar thrives in humid environments, which enables it to endure a variety of conditions. In addition to this, the popularity of Cedar shows no signs of slowing. There's just one problem... The nails that you use have the power to make or break your project. 
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Eliminate Wood Splitting with Blunt Nails

Eliminate Wood Splitting with Blunt Nails

Wood splitting is a common frustration for fence manufacturers. We frequently receive calls from panicked fencers seeking a solution for this recurring problem. When we tell them they need blunt nails they're often surprised and typically respond in confusion. Well, in this article, we'll explore this intriguing topic and shed light on exactly why blunt nails reduce timber splitting.

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Stanley Bostitch nail gun in use, fixing thin timber frames

Staples and Nails - The best for your Projects

If you're someone who is into stapling and nailing as a hobby, or if you use them for your business, it's integral to know and understand the different types of staples and nails. 

In this article, we will explore the best staples and nails to use for different jobs, ensuring that your projects are secure and long-lasting.

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Common Beginner Questions and Jargon Buster

Common Beginner Questions and Jargon Buster

Today we’re going to be talking about a few of the common questions we get asked a lot on the phone, by email or by walk-ins. Most of these questions come from our DIY customers, people setting up their own businesses, or people who have just taken a beginner’s course that want to branch out on their own. But don’t be put off if you know what you’re doing already, there might still be something in here for you! 
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Christmas is back! It's the most wonderful time of the year again...

Christmas is back! It's the most wonderful time of the year again...

And just like that, we're well into December... By now we're all used to the dark, cold nights but the chestnuts, hot chocolates and blankets make it all that much more cosier.

Nonetheless, the team here at MyToolkit would just like to take the opportunity to wish all our customers a very merry Christmas and we hope Santa brings you everything you asked for.

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Who does what at MyToolKit 🧑🏿‍🤝‍🧑🏽🧑🏼‍🤝‍🧑🏻

Who does what at MyToolKit 🧑🏿‍🤝‍🧑🏽🧑🏼‍🤝‍🧑🏻

Read on to get the inside scoop on My Toolkit!

We think it’s important for a customer to know where their products are coming from – and that includes the team that the products are coming from too!

So, we’ve put together a little fact-file of the Stapling and Nailing Supplies staff to help us build a better relationship with our customers.

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know more about stainless steel brads and nails

Do you really need to use Stainless Steel?

It's been a while but My Toolkit are back with another blog. This time - Stainless Steel!

Is there any better feeling than finishing a project and being proud of what you’ve created? We don’t think there is!

But what if the beautiful piece you had worked so hard on began to stain orange from rust runs…

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Brexit vs MyToolkit

Brexit V Our Industry ⚖️News from My Tool Kit.

Hi There

Slightly serious but nevertheless important note for you this week

The word ‘Brexit’ conjures up all sorts of uncertainties and worries in everyone’s minds, but in the world of construction, there are lots of things to consider. As a whole, the majority of the construction industry would have liked the UK to remain within the European Union with only 15% of construction executives choosing to exit, and the reasons were pretty straight forward. Access to labour and trading markets are big issues, so how will Brexit affect things for construction?

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Latest trends for garden buildings. Know how. From My Tool Kit

Latest trends for garden buildings. Know how. From My Tool Kit

Before we know it, the sun wont be shining as much (who knows though, after the August we have had so far it may even be nicer in November ☔  ) so we need to ensure that our out side furniture and decor is well protected.....and then there's the idea of having an outdoor 'hide out' for use all year round !! 🏡

Who knows you may want to move in to your shed 😋 Might not be a bad idea if its a pub! 

Following on from last weeks informational post on Current Colour Trends for Summer Houses. I thought you may enjoy reading about how garden buildings in general are often being used/transformed these days.

via GIPHY

Sheds, cabins, summer houses, whatever you want to call them, the humble garden building is a true British staple. However, gone are the days where a shed is just a little wooden lean-to that houses a few tools and a barbeque, sheds are big business, and they are now more popular than ever. Selling garden buildings as something more than the classic ‘shed’ is the key to making these buildings big.

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Colour trends for summer houses. Know how. From MyToolKIt

Colour trends for summer houses. Know how. From MyToolKIt

Top Colour Trends for Summer Houses

Unlike your own house, an outdoor summer house can give you license for all sorts of bold and beautiful colour schemes, the days nice and long and the sun is making more of an appearance (for some of the time!) It’s time to start thinking about what colours you’d like to adorn your summer house. Leaving it more protected ready for the winter.So... 

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MyToolkit FAQ's: what is a staple series?

Stapling & Nailing Frequently asked questions, Play it safe.

what is the crown of a staple

Back in June, here at My Tool Kit, a customer was asking about the logic around series of staple types.

The exact quote was: Why do staples have different series and what do they mean?

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Home and garden ideas shared by mytoolkit

Garden spectacles, worth making | 31 DIY projects

Well another up and down week, weather wise here.  

Just a quick update from us here at Stapling and Nailing Supplies. As I wanted to share some of the ideas I came across this week. 

Installing furniture in the garden, is not always best value for money in the UK. So just check this one out, pretty nice if you have some pallets on hand, or you could always obtain a few from somewhere, they are quite easy to get hold of. Fairly straightforward to make if you have moderate skills

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Summer garden ideas shared by mytoolkit

More outdoor ideas for the summer from MyToolKit. Nice

Whilst we return to the rain here at My Tool Kit Central today, following the ups and downs of June..... fingers crossed that the weekend brings us some sunshine.

Optimistic, as always, I thought I would share some more of the great outdoor ideas I have come across this week. After all summer is here and if you are anything like me, the outside is a must on the evenings after work and most certainly at weekends. 

This first article/pictures is around imaginative planting in an urban environment.

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Guide on different pressure settings on compressors by mytoolkit

Compressor, pressure ? ⚙️

Just a quick tip one from us here at MyToolkit, this time regarding compressor use. We're asked on a regular basis "What PSI should I set my compressor at?!". Here's your answer...
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Its all about Summer...bringing the outdoors in & vice versa

Its all about Summer...bringing the outdoors in & vice versa

Without further ado, I thought, you would like to see some more outdoor ideas for the garden etc

First up: how to build a small table which doubles as a mini garden. For this project you will need:

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Ideas for your garden shared by MyToolkit

Slightly Adventurous Outdoor Garden Ideas - How to's

Hello there

In keeping with our audience being varied with what they do. This weeks blog is about some fabulous ideas I have come across over the last couple of weeks. Which can be utilised in your own home - well to be more precise in the garden.

First up: 15 steps to building an outside bar. This does require some considerable skills, but is a nice result for any garden. Would sit very well next to your BBQ.

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Black kitchen designs shared by mytoolkit

9 Stylish Black Kitchen Designs. Put you off white?

Hi there

Black or white? or one of the rainbow of colours/shades on offer? how will it all look ? what colours coordinate? whats in a colour family? Decisions decisions! Clever design is the foundation of any colour combination we settle for and that's the clever bit......

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Trends for Flooring Styles in 2017

Trends for Flooring Styles in 2017

Hello there

Hoping your short week went well. Ours here at Stapling and Nailing Towers was extremely busy again, but we're certainly not complaining 😌

You might not think that the world of flooring can change that much in twelve months, but believe us; things are looking a little different for 2017. So to keep you at the top of your game, here are our top flooring trends to look out for next year.

When youve done that fantastic job, why not get two little helpers like these 😸
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Upcycling, colours and other home design tips from MyToolkit

Know 4 Useful Design Tips. From MyToolKit

Hello again

Well the 1st 5 day week, since Easter weekend (its been a busy one!) and we here at MyToolKit are certainly looking forward to yet another long weekend 😊 Guessing you are too.

This week, I thought the following articles might be useful for work or/and home. We really enjoy learning about colours and shades here. Essential when it comes to design and build. One to watch, if you manage a website, is 'website colour schemes that convert'

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Joinery trends shared by mytoolkit

3 Interesting Trends for Joiners this year

Hello there.

Hoping the week has gone well for you and that your customers are happy with your good work.

This week, I thought I would keep to the recent themes of ‘Industry Fashions’ for joiners and related specialists including interior designers. Or if you are working on your own home and like to keep abreast of how things ‘look’ NB take note of the PS at the end of this blog. It will make you cringe😵 but it is a very important safety message

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Trends for furniture manufactures shared by mytoolkit

2 Good to know Trends for Furniture Manufacturing

Hello there. 

Whether or not you are in the business of making furniture, I feel sure that you will find these two points of interest. 

Perhaps, the most fast-paced sector of joinery, furniture manufacturers really have to be on the ball in terms of keeping up to date with the latest designs, news and trends in this category.  So to help you get a head start, here are the key trends for furniture manufacturers to look out for in the coming year.

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Trends for furniture manufactures shared by mytoolkit

2 More Good to Know Trends for Furniture Manufacturing

Hello there

...and a very Happy Easter to you! 

Following on from last week, when I sent you 2 pointers around the ways that furniture manufacturing and re-furbishing is trending. Part one was on earthy pastels and metal. Extending that, read about two other factors, which could help you in your quest to keep  up to date in business, or indeed for personal choice....

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Spring ideas shared by MyToolkit

Here comes the spring. Its April! Things to get making...

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Another social media roundup from MyToolkit

Stapling and Nailing Supplies Round Up

Brrrrhhhh, tired of the winter ? so am I, feeling like ET (if you remember who he is) reaching for the light, wilting and longing to see growth in the garden and country side. Despite yesterdays 'Storm Doris', Some signs of spring are there though so I'm hoping we can safely say that the worst of the winter is over now- phew! ..... fingers crossed!

Grab a cuppa and take a browse at some of our recent popular social media posts shared throughout this month...

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3 tool categories: Headless Pinner, Fine wire and Narrow Crown

3 tool categories: Headless Pinner, Fine wire and Narrow Crown

This week I thought I would create one of those Infographics again.So you can, save, share or print out to follow.

Customers have been messaging me to say they are finding these images easier to follow than written instructions. Causes me some head scratching, but never mind.

Now be clear about what a Headless Pinner, Fine Wire Staple gun and Narrow Crown Stapler does along with the why's and how's. Along with which fastenings are generally used with each tool type.

Should be easier to follow than any other information you can find, but as usual, please let me know if you have any suggestions. 

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How to oil your airtool tips from mytoolkit

Stop oiling the Airtool's magazine!!!!

Learn one very easy lesson: to help keep your pneumatic tool running longer and in good condition
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5 must-know features of an air tool

5 must-know features of an air tool

At MyToolkit.co.uk we make it our mission to provide you with useful and relevant information on insights into your industry as well as the tools you use.
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Social Media roundup from MyToolkit

My Tool Kit Social Summed up for January

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Shocking home improvement fact shared by MyToolkit

The average Londoner borrows close to £49,000 on refurbishing!

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whats on the social media scene from mytoolkit

This Weeks Social Media Round Up

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How to choose the right wood, different cuts and more woodworking tips from mytoolkit

Good, Honest Woodworking Tips from MyToolkit - The Best Around

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some nice wood ideas shares from mytoolkit

Wood project we enjoyed seeing this week

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Get to know your joints quiz form mytoolkit

How well do you know your joints?

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history of a nailgun from mytoolkit

Take look at these old fossils!

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How to Find the Right Manufacturer for you Staple or Nail Gun from mytoolkit

How to Find the Right Manufacturer for you Staple or Nail Gun - INFOGRAPH

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