Yes. The success of the job that you’re doing depends on the type of staples you use. There are only two elements that differentiate staples: the type of staple and the length of the legs. For instance, a fine-wire staple with low-profile legs is designed for light-duty fastening jobs. For heavier-duty fastening tasks, you need a sturdier staple with possibly longer legs (depending on the thickness of the materials you’re using.