How can I prevent hitting wiring or plumbing when installing picture frame moulding with a Brad nailer?
Asked by علی رضا جعفری 
2 months ago
Last Updated: October 11, 2024
Hey guys, quick question about the picture frame moulding I’m putting up. I’m a bit worried about hitting wiring or plumbing when I nail it in. I’ve measured it out and it seems like if I nail it in at the tallest point on the moulding to the drywall, it should only go through the drywall or maybe a millimeter deep. But if it goes a bit deeper into the moulding, I might hit wiring and plumbing, right? Do you think I should use shorter nails for my Brad nailer or maybe use a studfinder? Any thoughts?
The stud finder is your best friend. Find a stud and nail into it. There’s only drywall on the front, so if your picture is heavy, those nails won’t hold it up. If it’s light, you can hang it anywhere between the studs. And use an anchor for the drywall. ‘t worry too much about hitting pipes or wires when hanging a picture.
Hey, just a heads up that studs are only helpful if they are located behind where you plan to trim. Otherwise, it’s best to use a combination of cross nails and glue. And remember, this isn’t just about hanging a picture. There are nailing plates for a reason – they are there to protect the wiring, plumbing, and other elements behind any wall covering.
Your brad nail won’t puncture anything that’s tightly pressed against the drywall.
I believe that message was intended for someone else. I was a bit puzzled haha
Oh man, yep that was me. I was on the same page as you. I never hit anything that’s mechanical. Hopefully you found it amusing. What happens when you lose focus.
Haha no problem. I thought it was a bit of a deep analysis for such a simple question I answered. But you did mention my response in there too. It took me a moment to catch on 😂
So, I had my stitches taken out yesterday and now I have a cast on my arm. Trying to do things one-handed is a bit challenging, especially when I get distracted. 🤦♀️
Secure two nails at opposite angles, then apply caulk to the top and bottom
So, you’re looking to put up some molding at the wall and ceiling junction, right? Make sure there’s a consistent plate at the top of the wall. And remember to use nail plates to protect any wires or plumbing from nails and screws. Just a heads up, nailing into the drywall won’t do the trick – you’ll need to shoot the nails into the wood behind the drywall.