This cat's paw looks like it does a better job than a regular prybar. It don't seem to do as much damage on the wood. Always great advice on wearing eye protection, I have seen videos were terrible accidents happened when not using proper protection.
Yeah you are correct it is a better tool overall. The 1 thing I forgot to quickly mention is the flat end of the prybar still works best to scrape away wood to find the nails if hidden. Once you can see the nail, this tool works best. Also yes, always be safe! Thanks for watching Rita!
Thanks for the Cats Paw tip...Have a job ahead of me, if I want it...Old lady's were quoted $50,000 for deck repair...Last month it was $7000 some gougers wanted for the AC replacement that needed nothing, other than the outside line insulated, should be re - insulated, but still not causing a run problem...Clean and check assholes, told them it leaked and needed replacement...35 years in HVAC, my actual trade...I'm semi retired, doing word of mouth handyman now, and more of it than I want...I'm getting this tool, doing the job or not...Thanks for the video.
Great video! I think I'll be using this Cat's paw over the Pry bar because I plan on flipping over my deck boards. This seems like less damage to the boards that I want to save. What do you think? Both seem to be very effective though. Great helpful channel 👍
It looks like the pry bar in your last video works better for those nails that are buried deeper. Is this what you found? I wonder if using a metal pipe for nails buried deeper would be a good solution with the cat's paw...or even the pry bar, which seems to have a thinner edge for driving into the wood.
@@pennywrenny I actually use the Cat's paw in 3 different sizes to get out 99% of the nails even the ones buried deep. What I added to the mix was a stud finder magnet (see this video: th-cam.com/video/HTtEX7WbiZo/w-d-xo.htmlsi=V_bozZdY6u0hgZqM) to find the hidden nail, then go after it with the Cat's paw. You can always use the dimple on the Cat's paw to expose the nail and then take it out. Thanks for watching! 🛠️
It's in my experience difficult to do unless the head of the nail is already above the board. Then you can use a buffer piece of wood to pry against and protect the board. Some folks will flip the boards and use the underside, but wood on decks is naturally cupped per the grain and how they grew, so usually the rings point down. If it's just a board or two the cost of new boards is nominal so I try and replace, plus it adds longevity vs. using an older board. Thanks for watching! 🛠️
Try using a smaller cat's paw tool that hopefully won't break the head. At the end of the day if the nails are super old and rusty, it might be inevitable. I did another video on some of the other size Milwaukee cat's paws here: th-cam.com/video/-XSguh0mCIo/w-d-xo.html
This cat's paw looks like it does a better job than a regular prybar. It don't seem to do as much damage on the wood. Always great advice on wearing eye protection, I have seen videos were terrible accidents happened when not using proper protection.
Yeah you are correct it is a better tool overall. The 1 thing I forgot to quickly mention is the flat end of the prybar still works best to scrape away wood to find the nails if hidden. Once you can see the nail, this tool works best. Also yes, always be safe! Thanks for watching Rita!
Thanks for the Cats Paw tip...Have a job ahead of me, if I want it...Old lady's were quoted $50,000 for deck repair...Last month it was $7000 some gougers wanted for the AC replacement that needed nothing, other than the outside line insulated, should be re - insulated, but still not causing a run problem...Clean and check assholes, told them it leaked and needed replacement...35 years in HVAC, my actual trade...I'm semi retired, doing word of mouth handyman now, and more of it than I want...I'm getting this tool, doing the job or not...Thanks for the video.
For a deck or other open areas do you think the 12” cats paw is better? I have a deck project coming up this weekend
Looks to be a handy little tool. Thank you! 👍🏼
Thanks for checking it out AZ!
@@TheEclecticHandyman you bet!! 👍🏼🤗
That's a cool tool for 5/4 boards but would need longer leverage for the spiral shank nails into a 2x6.
Now, I would have been upset if you used a dog paw 🐾 No, looks like a very effective tool 🐾🦊🐺
Great video! I think I'll be using this Cat's paw over the Pry bar because I plan on flipping over my deck boards. This seems like less damage to the boards that I want to save. What do you think? Both seem to be very effective though. Great helpful channel 👍
It looks like the pry bar in your last video works better for those nails that are buried deeper. Is this what you found? I wonder if using a metal pipe for nails buried deeper would be a good solution with the cat's paw...or even the pry bar, which seems to have a thinner edge for driving into the wood.
@@pennywrenny I actually use the Cat's paw in 3 different sizes to get out 99% of the nails even the ones buried deep. What I added to the mix was a stud finder magnet (see this video: th-cam.com/video/HTtEX7WbiZo/w-d-xo.htmlsi=V_bozZdY6u0hgZqM) to find the hidden nail, then go after it with the Cat's paw. You can always use the dimple on the Cat's paw to expose the nail and then take it out. Thanks for watching! 🛠️
Great tool. Where else can this tool be used? Thanks TEH
I bought it specifically for the deck, but anywhere nails and wood are secured like old framing, etc. it should work as well. Thanks for watching!
Those were short nails. Try on the 2.75 inch framing nail.
Yeah I have 3 size cat's paw and you are right. Those longer nails can start calling for 36" wrecking bard once the nail head is exposed.
How would you remove rusty nails without damaging or removing the boards?
It's in my experience difficult to do unless the head of the nail is already above the board. Then you can use a buffer piece of wood to pry against and protect the board. Some folks will flip the boards and use the underside, but wood on decks is naturally cupped per the grain and how they grew, so usually the rings point down. If it's just a board or two the cost of new boards is nominal so I try and replace, plus it adds longevity vs. using an older board. Thanks for watching! 🛠️
This looks better than the last video, does not destroy the board.
@@sstjacques Yep I much prefer the cat's paw and use it often for removing deck boards. 🛠️
Are you planning to reuse that board? Looks pretty damaged.
No these was just to remove, the boards were replaced with new pressure treated fresh lumber. Thanks for watching! 🛠
The nail heads keep breaking off for me
Try using a smaller cat's paw tool that hopefully won't break the head. At the end of the day if the nails are super old and rusty, it might be inevitable. I did another video on some of the other size Milwaukee cat's paws here: th-cam.com/video/-XSguh0mCIo/w-d-xo.html