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To pull a tough nail, place your hammer on top of a scrap block for more leverage. Note: Wooden-handled hammers may not be strong enough for this technique.
To start the process of pulling a nail, you can drive a cat’s paw or prybar underneath the nail head as shown in the detail, then pry it up.
Because this will damage the wood’s surface, it’s only recommended during rough construction or demolition.
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To pull a tough nail, place your hammer on top of a scrap block for more leverage. Note: Wooden-handled hammers may not be strong enough for this technique. 