Hammer a Nail—Not Your Hand?!?
There’s nothing like hammering a nail perfectly. There’s an art to it. Hitting the nail square on the head.
The problem is, it might not happen all the time—just like the idiom suggests.
To assuage your fear of bashing your fingertips while driving a nail into a harder material that requires some force, set the nail in place and hold the rod with pliers as you hammer away.
If you don’t have pliers, a fine-toothed plastic comb works wonders, too. If you’re working with multiple nails in close proximity, you can also use it as a rudimentary straight edge as well. Plus, you can make sure your pompadour stays perfect—it’s a win-win-win.
