The PushMaster tool is used to insert V-Nails into the base of wood moulding. The V-Nail pulls the corners together making a tight firm join. PushMaster can be used by hand pressure alone on most wood mouldings or gently hit the end of the PushMaster with a wood or nylon mallet to insert the V-Nail into hard timbers. Cover the benchtop with cardboard so that the frame will not be scratched or damaged. Do not use carpet or other soft materials as the frame will move causing the V-Nail to tilt. This will make inserting the V-Nail more difficult. The frame must be held firmly together before nailing - the FrameCo Strap Clamp is ideal for this. (Go to "Clamping Page" for more information). Select a V-nail suitable for the moulding size and position the V-Nail around the magnet tip of the PushMaster. Use a short, sharp push to insert the V-Nail into the join.
Two V-Nails are usually necessary - one near the rebate and the second close to the centre of the moulding. If the moulding you are using is particularly hard, tap the end of the PushMaster with a mallet.The PushMaster is unique as it is also a fitting up tool. Brads or Flexipoints (bendable tabs) can be placed into the grooves on either side of the head of the PushMaster. These are then pushed into the rebate at the back of the picture to secure the backing board. To insert a screw eye, insert it into the end of the PushMaster. Place a screw eye on either side of the rear of the frame, attach some wire and your work of art is ready for hanging!
The PushMaster Kit contains the PushMaster tool, 400 V-Nails in assorted sizes, instructions and a starter pack of backing nails, flexipoints and screw eyes.
