Fencing Staplers
A fence staple gun is for when hand-hammering staples is too slow and too messy on long runs of stock net and barbed wire.
On fencing days you want staples going in straight, at a consistent depth, without splitting posts or chewing your wrist up. A proper fencing stapler drives fast, holds line tension better, and keeps you moving along the strainers instead of stopping to dress every staple. Pick the right staple size for your wire and timber, and you'll get a tidy, secure fix that lasts.
What Are Fence Staple Guns Used For?
- Fixing stock netting to timber posts when you need consistent staple depth along a full run without stopping to re-seat half-driven staples.
- Pinning barbed wire and plain wire to intermediate posts so the wire stays where you set it, without smashing the post edge to bits with a hammer.
- Speeding up agricultural and estate repairs where you are working down a line of posts and need repeatable fixing without arm fatigue by mid-afternoon.
- Doing tidy, even fixings on gates, corners, and awkward bays where a fencing stapler helps you place staples accurately without glancing blows.
Choosing the Right Fence Staple Gun
Match the fence staple gun to your wire, your timber, and how many metres you are doing, because the wrong setup either under-drives or buries staples and damages the fence.
1. Staple type and size first
If the gun does not take the staple gauge and leg length you need, walk away. Light netting and softwood can suit shorter legs, but for thicker wire or harder posts you will want the correct length so it bites properly without tearing the wire coating.
2. Depth control and consistent drive
If you are working on mixed timber, you need a fencing stapler with reliable depth adjustment so staples sit snug without crushing the wire. Too proud and the fence rattles loose, too deep and you pinch the wire and weaken it.
3. Power source and workload
If you are only doing occasional repairs, a lighter setup is fine. If you are fencing week in, week out, pick a tool that can keep pace without constant stoppages, because downtime walking for refills or dealing with misfires kills your day.
Who Are Fence Staple Guns For?
- Fencing contractors and agricultural teams running long lines of stock netting who need speed and consistent fixing all day.
- Groundworkers and landscapers doing boundary work who want staples seated cleanly without splitting posts or loosening wire tension.
- Estate maintenance and rural trades sorting repairs after storms, where a fencing stapler keeps the job moving without hauling a full hand-tool set up and down the line.
Fence Staple Gun Accessories That Keep You Moving
The right consumables and spares stop jams, misfires, and wasted walks back to the van half way down a run of posts.
1. Galvanised fencing staples
Use the staple type and size your gun is built for, and stick to galvanised for outdoor work so you are not revisiting the line when rust lets go. Keep a couple of boxes on hand because nothing slows fencing like running out mid-bay.
2. Spare driver blade and wear parts
Driver blades and internal wear parts take a beating when you are firing into knots and harder timber. A spare set means a quick swap on site instead of losing the day to a tool that starts half-driving staples.
3. Tool oil and cleaning kit
A bit of routine oiling and a clean-out stops sluggish firing and reduces jams, especially after dusty post work. It is a small job that saves a lot of swearing when the gun starts misfeeding.
Shop Fence Staple Guns at ITS
Whether you need a fence staple gun for quick repairs or a fencing stapler for long runs of stock net and wire, we stock the range to suit different staple types and workloads. It is all held in our own warehouse, in stock and ready for next day delivery so you can get on with the job.
Fence Staple Gun FAQs
What staple gun is best for fencing?
The best one is the fence staple gun that matches your staple type and will drive consistently into the timber you are using. If you are doing long runs, prioritise consistent drive and depth control so you are not re-hitting proud staples or burying them and pinching the wire.
Can you use a staple gun for fencing?
Yes, but it needs to be a fencing stapler designed for fence staples, not a light-duty hand tacker. Fencing staples are larger and you are firing into timber posts, so you need the right tool to avoid half-driven staples and constant jams.
What staples to use for fencing?
Use galvanised fencing staples in the exact gauge and leg length your gun is rated for, chosen to suit your wire and post timber. The staple needs enough bite to hold tension without crushing the wire, and galvanised matters outdoors so the fixing does not rust out.
What tool is best for driving fencing staples?
For speed and consistency, a fence staple gun is the right tool because it seats staples evenly and saves your wrist over a full day on the line. A hammer works for the odd repair, but it is slower and it is easier to split post edges or leave staples proud.
Will a fence staple gun damage wire or coatings?
It can if you over-drive staples and pinch the wire hard against the post. Set the depth so the staple holds the wire snug but still lets it sit naturally, especially on coated wire where crushing the coating can shorten its life.
