What are panel pins?
Thin, small-headed nails for fixing lightweight panels, beading, trim and mouldings without splitting the work. The small head sits close to the surface and can be punched below and filled.
What are panel pins used for?
Fixing beading, thin panels, trim and light timber in joinery and cabinet work, where you need a discreet fixing that will not split the material.
Do panel pins need pilot holes?
Not in softwood, but in hardwood or near an edge a fine pilot hole stops the pin bending and the timber splitting.
How do you stop panel pins bending?
Hold the pin with pliers or push it through a scrap of card to start it, then tap gently. A sharp, controlled tap beats a heavy blow.