Tool Talk Tuesday: Mallets

#tooltalktuesday when selecting a mallet (specialty hammer) be sure it has a durable rubber head that is non-marking. Note: The black head mallet can leave marks if scuff the material surface. Also be sure it will not damage the tongue side of boards. To ensure this, get a soft enough compound.

Also consider the weight. The lixie deadblow on top will fatigue your arm less but require slightly more force than the powernail mallet below. We find the powernail to be very versatile for hardwood floor nailing as well as tear outs due to the non rubber side.

Both have excellent durability. Both have replaceable heads though the lixie’s are much easier as they screw off.

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