Best Staple Gun Reviews 2020

Stapler guns aren’t that costly. With just about $20 you’ll get a simple hand or electric tool that uses batteries that can be used for minor repairs and upholstery at home. The type and features in a gun determine its cost. If you’re looking for a gun to use for big projects, consider going for the high-end pneumatic types. While such guns aren’t that expensive, you may need to chuck out some extra bucks to get an air compressor. Such guns retail at just around $200, but you can still find a few others at a slightly higher price than this. They also come with extra features suitable for serious and large projects.

All in all, whether it’s for small projects at home or for industrial use, you may want to avoid some cheap stapler guns if you value quality and beautiful finishes. Sometimes it’s really worth it to spend a little more, if it means buying better quality.

The most important aspect when doing a handy job is to have a clean and professional workspace, with no marks or stains on it. This might seem easier said than done, especially if you’re going to be working for long hours. It’s good to go for a lightweight staple gun with a dual contact firing capability. If, however, you just need a simple home tool, then a sequential firing gun will do the job. It is also much safer.

Other features you might want to check out include:

• The Type
• Magazine Capacity
• Staple Size and Type
• Handle Comfort and Grip
• Shape of the Firing Nose
• General Design
• Material Used

We’ll get to see more of these features in detail shortly.

Stapler guns are small machines with a simple construction. Basically, most of them come in a classic or rather traditional design in which there is a hollow section that forms a handle, with a nose extending in the front for contact with the surface. There are three main categories of these guns: pneumatic, electric/cord, and manual.

• Pneumatic - These guns are powered by air compressors and are mostly used for industrial projects. They have an opening in the rear that you attach the hose pipe to from the compressor
• Electric/Cord - As their name suggests, are used for smaller home projects, but can also be useful for bigger projects. They have a cord extending from the rear that you plug into a wall for electricity.
• Manual guns rely on human strength for power. They come with a lever on top that acts as the trigger.

Some staplers come with a display window on the side to show you the quantity of the staples as you work. Check also the construction of the handle. Since these are vibrating machines, you may want to go for one with a rubber grip. The shape of the contact nose is also important to consider; there are those that come with a flush nose while others are simply straight.

These tools also have a magazine where you load your staples. It could either be on the side or on the bottom. And most importantly, the exhaust that gets rid of debris is always in the rear, in most if not all guns.

Finally, consider the material and the weight of your tool. You’ll find guns made of aluminum, steel, and chromium. They also come in different weights, with some weighing as much as three pounds depending on their components.

Finishing work requires precision and attention to detail. If you use a wrong tool, your upholstery will definitely look terrible or unprofessional. The overriding purpose of finishing is making everything attractive and appealing.

If you’re going to be using your gun for big industrial projects, consider going for the pneumatic-powered type since they exert more force, especially if you’ll be working on hard surfaces. For simple home repairs and upholstery, the manual or electric gun would be sufficient. The electric tool is adequate also when you have to work in a remote location, since you can use batteries to power it. But you must keep in mind that it’s appropriate mainly on not-so-hard and soft surfaces.

The weight of the staple gun and the grip matters a lot based on your tasks and the duration of time you’ll be working. A light tool is sufficient if you’re working for long hours or will be required to have it in an overhead position. Consider going for one with a good rubber grip. A good grip is not only comfortable, but also prevents it from slipping while you’re working.

Check the shape and the length of the nose. As mentioned earlier, this work requires precision and attention to detail. A long, slender nose would be ideal. Additionally, a flush nose is good to reach in tight positions. Further, you need to have a gun with not only a high-capacity magazine—especially if you’re working for long hours—but one that also can be reloaded easily and quickly. You should also be able to see the rate at which you’re using your staples to avoid firing blanks.

For even higher-quality and professional work, you may want to go for an oil-free tool with no-mar tips. Oil-free guns ensure that you don’t stain your surfaces, while the no-mar tip prevents accidental scratching that can leave very ugly marks.

You also need to check on safety before, during, and after working. When in storage, a tool with a safety lock mechanism prevents the gun from firing, thus preventing accidents. It’s also useful when working as it makes sure you don’t insert staples in unnecessary locations. The antijam clearing mechanism would also be ideal in your tool to help you clear staples without having to use other tools when they jam.