Yes, you can install quarter round without a powered nail gun by relying on traditional hand-nailing techniques using small finish nails or brads, typically sized 4d or 1.5 inches long. To prevent the delicate wood from splitting, it is strongly advised to pre-drill pilot holes through the quarter round before driving the nails with a lightweight hammer. Once the nail is nearly flush, you can use a nail set tool and a hammer to sink the nail head slightly below the surface of the wood without denting the trim. Alternatively, construction adhesive or strong clear silicone can be used to bond the molding directly to the wall surface if nailing is completely impractical or if you want to avoid visible fastening altogether, though bracing may be required until it dries.
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