0
Why it is better to use a screw than a nail in holding objects together?
Wiki User
∙ 14y ago
nails can slip, under too much force. But screws are in a 'screw shape' lol. so can withstand alot of pressure/ force.
Wiki User
∙ 14y ago
Add your answer:
Earn +20 pts
What is the function of a screw?
Retaining or holding things together.
What will hold two boards together better a screw or a nail?
A screw.
What is the use of srew driver?
A screw driver is more high-tech than a regular nail driver or hammer. A screw is a more holding tool than a nail. It has metal ridges around it to hold it in place. A screwdriver is used for putting a screw in an area to fastening to objects and/or parts together
What are 3 kinds of work a screw can do?
three works a screw does is holding together the complex machines,it helps it not break a part,and tighing the item
What is the holding power of a dry wall screw into metal stud?
They hold very well, better than into wood.
What holds two object together better nail or screw?
Might depend on the material of the objects, but the screw is usually the best choice.
What is the function of a screw?
Retaining or holding things together.
What is the used of driver?
A screw driver is more high-tech than a regular nail driver or hammer. A screw is a more holding tool than a nail. It has metal ridges around it to hold it in place. A screwdriver is used for putting a screw in an area to fastening to objects and/or parts together
What will hold two boards together better a screw or a nail?
A screw.
What is the use of srew driver?
A screw driver is more high-tech than a regular nail driver or hammer. A screw is a more holding tool than a nail. It has metal ridges around it to hold it in place. A screwdriver is used for putting a screw in an area to fastening to objects and/or parts together
Cap screw vs machine screw?
A machine screw is actually a bolt. Screws are commonly used when holding wood together and bolts are usually used in machines.
What are 3 kinds of work a screw can do?
three works a screw does is holding together the complex machines,it helps it not break a part,and tighing the item
Is wood glue better for holding two boards than a screw?
It depends on who is doing the gluing, and on the use of the two boards after joining together. If the job is one where the joint is to be visible, gluing is aesthetically better. If I was gluing it, my joint would be infinitely stronger than one screw. -However someone else's joint may NOT be as strong as one screw.
What is the holding power of a dry wall screw into metal stud?
They hold very well, better than into wood.
How is a screw used in every day life?
Screws are holding together the technology you're using you asked this question on. If you're sitting in a chair, there's a good chance screws are holding you up.
What is the Advantages of a screw?
It can fasten objects and can also help lift objects.
What will hold two boards together better - a nail or a screw?
A screw holds wood together better than any nail because it resists being pulled out much better. A screw is also easier to remove without damage. However, screws are more expensive to make and take longer to put in, so nails are still used in a lot of timber work.
