Choosing the Right Upholstery Staple Gun for Your Next Project

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If you’re planning to reupholster a chair, sofa or any large piece of furniture, having a high-quality upholstery staple gun is essential. A reliable staple gun ensures you can easily and securely attach fabric and other materials during the upholstery process. In this guide, we’ll walk you through what to look for in a staple gun and why Sailrite® Upholstery Staple Guns should be your go-to tool for the job.
Choosing the Right Upholstery Staple Gun for Your Next Project

Why Choose a Sailrite Upholstery Staple Gun?

Whether you’re a professional upholsterer or a DIY enthusiast, Sailrite Upholstery Staple Guns are designed to meet your needs. Available in both long nose and short nose models, these air-powered pneumatic staple guns are easy to use with just an air compressor. Here’s why Sailrite stands out:

  • Ergonomic Design: A shock-absorbing handle makes it comfortable to use for extended periods, reducing hand strain.
  • Easy Reloading: Drop-in reloading ensures quick and effortless staple insertion, keeping you productive on your project.
  • Precision Stapling: Unlike standard staple guns, Sailrite’s guns shoot 1/2" crown staples (instead of the typical 3/8"), making them perfect for delicate fabrics like faux leather or vinyl. This ensures staples are driven just the right depth to avoid damaging materials or wood.

Sailrite’s upholstery staple guns are engineered to drive staples with just the right force — enough to secure fabric and materials without causing damage. This detail is crucial, as other staple guns tend to drive staples in too deep, which can ruin the fabric or splinter the wood.

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Other staple guns drive the staples in too deep, but not the Sailrite Upholstery Staple Gun! The photo on the left shows competitors staples tearing fabric (left) vs our 1/2" crown staples (right). The photo on the right shows our staples in wood (left) vs competitors damaging the wood (right).

Short Nose vs. Long Nose Staple Guns

Sailrite offers two models to choose from, each suited to different needs:

  • Short Nose Staple Gun: The industry standard, this staple gun is perfect for small, simple projects and is lighter weight, making it ideal for novice upholsterers.
  • Long Nose Staple Gun: Designed for more complex projects, this model excels in tight spaces, deep corners and intricate upholstery. It’s perfect for specialty tasks where the short nose gun may fall short.

Reliable Service & Support With Sailrite

When buying an upholstery staple gun, it’s important to consider the support offered by the manufacturer. With Sailrite, you’re not just getting a tool — you’re gaining access to valuable resources:

  • Detailed Instructions: Every upholstery staple gun comes with comprehensive instructions to help you get started.
  • One-Year Limited Warranty: We stand by our products with a warranty to ensure your satisfaction.
  • Customer Support: Whether you have questions about your staple gun or need advice on which staples to use, Sailrite’s friendly customer service is here to assist via phone or email.

In addition, we offer useful content like our blog on choosing between galvanized and stainless steel staples to help you get the most out of your staple gun.

Affordable Quality You Can Trust

Upholstery staple guns can range in price, but Sailrite offers top-quality models at an affordable cost. While many similar staple guns retail for over $100, we’ve built strong relationships with our manufacturers, allowing us to offer high-performance tools at a great value. Plus, Sailrite is your one-stop shop for everything you need to complete your upholstery projects — from staples and fabrics to foam and other essential supplies.

Learn With Sailrite’s Free Resources

Not only do we provide exceptional products, but we also offer a wealth of educational content to help you complete your upholstery projects. Our free how-to videos are available on our website, YouTube channel and product pages, featuring step-by-step demonstrations of the Sailrite Upholstery Staple Gun in action. These videos show how to tackle projects like re-covering golf cart seats or making vinyl boat cushions, though the possibilities are endless with this versatile tool.

Get started today with Sailrite’s Upholstery Staple Guns and enjoy the convenience of expert support, excellent products and the resources you need for a successful upholstery project.

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