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Nail Pullers

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The nail puller is a steel bar with a shaped end for pulling out nails, stripping formwork and dismantling boards and planks. In this collection you will find nail pullers and pry bars for carpentry, demolition and upholstery.

Types available

  • "Japanese" nail pullers: with a flat end, also with holes (Stanley, Milwaukee).
  • Forged steel pry bars: for stripping and light demolition (Pavan, Mass).
  • Carpenter's nail pullers: curved, with an open claw (Vigor).
  • Sets of strikable pry bars and stripping bars: for dismantling work (Fervi, A.M.E.S.).
  • Upholsterer's tack lifters: small-sized.

How to choose

The longer the bar, the more force you can apply. Check the shape of the end, the material (forged steel for heavy use) and whether there is a handle or a strikable area.

To pull out a nail without damaging the wood, place a small piece of wood or sheet metal under the bar: it raises the fulcrum and protects the surface.

Every supply is by quotation: tell us the model, quantity and intended use and the AMES team will prepare a tailored offer for you.

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Frequently asked questions: Nail Pullers
What is a nail puller used for?

The nail puller is a steel bar with a shaped end used to extract nails, strip formwork and dismantle boards and planks. It is used in carpentry, light demolition and dismantling work, where a hammer alone is not enough to pull a nail without damaging the wood. Upholsterers' models, on the other hand, are small and designed for upholstery.

Which nail puller should I choose, Japanese-style or carpenter's?

The Japanese-style nail puller has a flat end, sometimes with a hole, and works well on nails driven into wood. The carpenter's nail puller is curved, with an open claw, and is designed to pull nails with a wider grip. In the collection you will find Japanese-style pullers from Milwaukee and Stanley FatMax. Choose according to the type of nail and how much timber you have to dismantle.

What is the difference between a stripping bar and a Japanese-style nail puller?

The stripping bar is a forged steel bar used to separate formwork and boards, while the Japanese-style nail puller has a thin, flat head that fits into gaps and pulls out the nail with a short lever. Forged bars, such as the Pavan ones, are better suited to light demolition. Do not use a nail puller to lever against masonry or on parts that could break.

How do you use a nail puller without damaging the wood?

Slide the end under the nail head, rest the lever on a support under the wood so as not to crush it, and lever slowly. If the nail bends, stop and try again at a different angle. A small block of wood as a fulcrum helps you use the lever without ruining the surface you want to reuse.

How do you use a nail puller safely?

Wear gloves and safety glasses, because the nail can spring or fly off when it comes free. Keep your hands away from the tip and from the end of the bar, check that the nail is not broken and remove it before moving the board. Collect the removed nails in a container, to avoid stepping on them.

What jobs is an upholsterer's nail puller good for?

The upholsterer's nail puller is small and is used to pull out tacks and small upholstery nails on chairs, sofas and fabric panels. It is designed for precision work, where a large bar would risk damaging the frame. In the collection you will also find models for cobblers and for small tacks, with shapes suited to pulling out thin nails.