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Whether you're a professional or a DIY enthusiast, sometimes you want to safely and efficiently remove nails from fixed wood. The best nail puller tools help correct mistakes made during construction projects, simplify deconstruction, and make the boards your own for recycling.
Traditional Nail Pullers:
These nail pullers have jaws of one of the oldest and most time-tested designs to grab the head of a nail hammered into the wood and pull it out for disposal by the leverage created by sliding. They remove nails, both large and small, with minimal damage to the wood. It is important to note that this type of nail puller is bulkier and less portable than some other styles.
Pliers:
These pliers are specifically designed to remove nails. The nail is grabbed by the rounded jaws and then pried out by rolling the rounded head of the pliers sideways toward the wood. The pliers are small and portable and can grab nails that the jaws of a hammer cannot, such as the head of a finishing nail. Use them in confined spaces where a crook hammer cannot reach or operate. They also cause minimal damage to the wood below.
Cat's Claw:
The cat's claw is a pry bar specifically designed to pull nails. It has two claws: one at one end aligned with the shaft of the tool; the other at the other end set at a 90 degree angle. In contrast to pliers, the cat's claw usually damages the wood to which the nail is attached during removal. For this reason, cat jaws are best suited for rough framing and removal work where aesthetics are not a primary concern.
Pulling Pliers:
These are a standard pair of pliers with the addition of a rounded top "rolling bar" for prying out nails after the jaws of the pliers have gripped the head of the nail. These are useful for large nails with partially exposed heads that you want to remove while minimizing damage to the underlying wood. They do, however, damage the wood more easily than pliers.
Gooseneck Tubes:
These are essentially a larger version of the cat's claw, and also contain elements of a standard pry bar. They have a large claw with a 90 degree angle at the top and a flat pry bar at the bottom - usually with a nail puller slot. Goosenecks are great for removing large nails quickly and easily, as their large bar provides maximum leverage.
Air Punch:
Air punches are essentially reverse pneumatic nail guns. Propelled by compressed air, they shoot a small metal rod from the head of the gun to "pierce" the nail head through the board. Unlike using manual power like with a handheld nail puller, all you have to do to operate a pneumatic punch is slide the front end of the punch onto the nail and pull the trigger. These can save a lot of time and effort when you are trying to de-nailing a large number of boards to be recovered, but they are not useful for removing fixed boards that require the nail head to be pulled out of (rather than through) the wood.
Crescent's nail puller removes the largest framing nails and tiny decorative nails with small heads that other tools may have difficulty catching. The durable alloy steel handle extends and slides to drive the jaws into the wood to grab the nail and provides leverage to pull the nail out. The long steel anti-roll frame provides additional leverage and it is round enough not to damage wood surfaces. The hardened steel gripping jaw can withstand harsh conditions at home or on the job.
At 18 inches long, it is larger than most other nail pullers, so it may not fit in a pocket or most tool kits. While it may take some time to learn how to use this puller compared to other pullers, you may find it well worth the effort.
For an affordable, high quality cat's claw nail puller, Estwing's nail puller will meet the budget constraints and quality requirements of most woodworkers. Cat claws usually can't catch headless nails, but the claws on this Estwing model are up to the task. At only 12 inches, they fit in a tool belt or pocket and can be moved around in tight spaces. Tempered forged steel can withstand the harsh conditions of most job sites, and the price point is suitable for DIY hobbyists on a budget.
The smaller shaft size on this puller may not provide enough leverage to remove larger nails, but the value is unbeatable.
Stiletto's 12-inch cat claw nail puller is powerful, durable and portable enough to meet the needs of professionals. Weighing in at 8.5 ounces, it is lighter and stronger than steel. It also absorbs more impact than other cat claws, which means less recoil when hitting it with a hammer and less fatigue when working. The "dimple" feature creates a depression around the nail head to help you avoid splintering the wood.
This nail puller is more expensive than most other nail pullers, so it's best suited for professionals and avid DIYers who can justify the cost through regular use.
For many people, pliers are the nail puller of choice for removing headless nails without damaging the underlying wood. Gunpla's pliers have rounded jaws that are just the right size to provide maximum prying leverage for small nails without digging into the wood. The sharp jaws made of high-carbon steel grab and pull out the nail. For exposed nails that do not need to be completely removed, these jaws cut off the ends.
Vinyl-coated ergonomic handles make pulling nails a comfortable task. The handles are long enough to provide good leverage for pulling small nails, but not so long as to get in the way of working in tight spaces.
These pliers are only 8 inches long and can fit in a tool belt or pocket. The small size of these pliers may not provide enough leverage to pull larger nails and may require more manpower than a larger puller.
Sometimes the pliers just won't cut it. If you need bigger, tougher nails, Crescent's 11" nail pulling pliers may be just what you need. Their jaws bite into the nail head and the large roll bar does the work of prying out the nail. These sturdy forged steel pliers feature an attractive black oxide finish that is rust-resistant. The ergonomic rubber grips provide a comfortable grip. At 11 inches, they'll give you plenty of leverage and still fit in your tool belt or pocket when you're done.
Compared to pliers, these pullers cause more damage to wood. Therefore, they are best suited for demolition projects. However, they are more delicate to the touch than other pullers, such as the cat's claw, so you can still recover the wood.
The gooseneck bar is the professional's tool of choice for heavy-duty nail pulling. the 36" gooseneck from Estwing has all the features you need for your next deconstruction project. This pry bar has large cupped nail pulling claws, a forged steel bar, and a nail pulling groove on the bottom.
The 36-inch bar length provides incredible leverage than most other hand-pull tools. This is great for quickly removing large, hard framing nails with minimal manpower. The main drawback of this bar is that it is too big to carry around. If this is a deal breaker, check out the other available sizes from 12 to 30 inches.
If you need to quickly remove nails from a piece of wood you intend to reclaim, consider using the Air Locker AP700. this pneumatic power tool uses compressed air to eject nails from the wood. You simply slide the front of the punch over the nail to be removed and pull the trigger. A small metal rod powerfully drives the nail through the board.
Air Locker claims you can nail a large pallet in less than a minute, which is much faster than if you did it by hand. It works with both hard and soft woods, so use it to recover items like flooring, barn wood and trim boards. Comes with a rubberized handle and weighs only 2 pounds for long, comfortable use. Keep in mind that this tool does require a separate compressor and air hose to operate.
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