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depends on the wood, nails, screws. but both are ok use
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Shoud I use a nail gun when putting up a fence or screws instead?
Nails are much better to use when putting up a wodden fence.
What would you use to hang sheetrock on a wood stud?
You can use drywall nails or drywall screws. I prefer the screws.
Why do iron nails last longer when painted?
Any material containing iron or steel is subject to rusting when exposed to air or moisture. If you pull apart an old fence, you will always find rusted nails in the wood where moisture has rotted them. The modern way is to use galvanised nails or specially coated screws instead. In any hardware store you will see green and brown screws made for outdoor use.
How can you stick 2 pieces of wood?
you could use screws and nails, and depending on the size, wood glue and duct tape
How do you repair a wood fence and what materials are needed?
depending on the damage you may possibly just be able to use a 2x4 to secure the fence. if not then it might be whole sections of it. nails, new wood, and paint to protect the wood
What kind of fasteners can be use on pressure-treated wood?
Manufacturers have screws and nails ACQ approved marked on the packaging.
What fastener is used for hanging a piece of sheetrock on a wood stud?
You can use drywall nails (ridged) or drywall screws. I am not a drywaller, but have done lots of it and prefer the screws.
Can you use vinyl gloves for nails?
No. Vinyl gloves are too soft and floppy to pound into wood; also, the gloves' fingers will get in the way. I strongly recommend using nails for nails, although screws have been known to work. In soft material, you may use toothpicks for nails.
What are the advantages of a woodwork screw and a woodwork nail?
One screws one nails use joints not screws and nails.
Is it better to use nails or wood screws on an 8' by 16' deck?
You have to get Deck Screws for building a deck.You need a drill with a lot of torque to drive them too.It will take a great deal of time to do it by hand.
What is a woodwork?
Fine woodworking is the use of no nails or screws.
How can you separate brass screws from steel nails?
use a magnet
