I have used stainless steel nails and stainless steel staples on my log siding installations. The stainless wont cause those rust runs you see in so many installations. Yes, stainless is a lot more expensive, but 10 years later I have not been able to see any runs whatsoever on my early installations. Don't worry about staples either, the wood quickly swells and covers up the staple crowns. In fact, I prefer the staples for the very reason that there is no nail heads left behind to look at. If you are going to use nail use at least 2 1/2 inches and don't get too close to the edges or you will crack out the wood. Staples should also be at least 2 1/2 inches and you can get closer to the edges (about an inch.) Another tip is to caulk the joints prior to stapling keeping it tight to keep moisture out.
Edit: Galvanized WILL rust, that is why I quit using them. Forget a finish nailer, aint gonna do the job.What type of nail gun, and nail type, and size should you use on log cabin siding?
you should get a gun that would use 10 and 16 nails not sure of the size but any rental place or home depot could help you pick one need a fairy good air compresser also one that will hold a 100 lbs really well so you dont have to keep waiting....i wish i was doing the same thing love log houses you luckey
if you want to use a gun then it should be a finish nailer gun. a regular nailer gun like a plywood gun, might be a little strong and might crack the wood at the ends. but if u want to try it, the 8d. nails should work. their about 3'; long.
any framing gun that shoots a round head nail would be fine..hitachi has a reasonably priced one....for the nails you need at least 2-1/2 inch galvanized but 3 inch would be better...just make sure to get galvanized or they will rust out over time
use 8'; nails because they are shiny and gold.....
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