Nails and Fasteners - Page 6 of 21

In this episode, host and managing editor Justin Fink talks with editor-in-chief Rob Yagid and design editor Brian Pontolilo about siding and trim, tile backer, and job quotes. Resources and…

FastenMaster's new FlatLOK screws are designed and sized to connect multiple layer engineered and dimensional wood members

A custom-cut length of PVC pipe makes a handy holder for your coil roofing nails.

If you’ve ever had to pick up the nails littering the ground after tearing off an old roof or to snag the bits of metal that can accumulate on a…

This helpful tip will make placing insulated cable staples a breeze.

Q: Recently, I had to remove a deck post on a 15-year-old house. It looked like the post had been attached with zinc fasteners instead of hot-dipped galvanized fasteners, so I…

Remodelers frequently have to replace a bearing wall with a large beam. The challenge is weight, but senior editor Andy Engel shows here how to install the beam one ply…

When you need to cut a machine screw that’s too long, thread a nut onto the screw first. Cut the screw, and then back the nut off. It will straighten…

Q: Is there any difference between DA and FN nails for my 15-ga. finish nailer? What do these names mean? Jason P., None A: Regardless of which brand of 15-ga.…

Considering how critical nails are to holding wood-frame houses together, it’s surprising that we don’t pay more attention to them.