Nails and Fasteners - Page 13 of 21

Q: Is it better to staple paper-faced insulation to the face or to the side of the studs? Is this topic addressed in the building code? Roe Osborn, Woodbury, CT…

Forget about packing the web; fasten wood to the top, and hang the floor framing with top-mount joist hangers.

A magnet can be a very handy tool around the shop or job site. When I'm working with brads or tacks, I use a magnet to keep them all concentrated…

How much time, trouble, and money does it take to install deck planks? It all depends on the fasteners you use.

These plastic-based barriers help to keep wind and water at bay, but only if you choose the right product and install it correctly.

One method could result in loose boards, one makes repairs easier, and one should be avoided because it can cause clapboards to split.

Q: We recently had a roof replaced, and when there is any wind, the shingles stand straight up. We have lost many and are having trouble getting the roof fixed…

Now available in a variety of colors and textures, this durable array of products won't rot, splinter, or crack. What's not to like?

The EPA is banning CCA lumber. The replacements are safer, but they may change how you build a deck.

Q: I want to attach a 2x6 to my garage wall with 5/16-in. lag bolts. What size hole do I need in the 2x and what size in the wall…