Five Types of Nails And What They Are Used For

If you've ever gotten confused over nails in youris the nail for you to have.
hardware department store then you're not alone.Not only will you need to use these types of nails
Nails are used in a variety of materials for projectsbut there might be instances where another type of
such as masonry and wood, which are two of thefastener will come in handy. When you're a home
most common materials. There are long and shortowner you just never know what might break, or
nails, brass nails and galvanized and different types ofwhat you might like to do! Here's another list of
nail heads. They can all be used for something arounddifferent nail types.
the house, or remodeling a whole room in yourGalvanized Nails. Use these nails when you want to
house. To find out more about nails read about the 5build a dog house, frame or build a wooden sandbox
most common types of nails, and what they're usedfor the kids. They are coated with a solution that is
for.highly resistant to rust. The shank makes them very
There are 5 Different nails that are useful around thetough to bend.
house. Take a peek at a few of them from the listPaneling Nails. The paneling nail is colored to match the
below.type of paneling that you want to put up.
Common Nails. The common nail is used a lot withMasonry Nails. If you've got a basement and you
wood that doesn't require finish work. Places to useneed to mount something on the wall then the
the nails are on 2x4s and other boards surfaces suchmasonry nails are the nails to use.
as particle board and regular wood panels. It has aAluminum Nails. Aluminum nails are a very soft nail and
flat head and comes in different lengths. Usually theare to be used only for certain things such as
nail head is left showing. Use in all of your remoldingmounting lights for a pool. They're not very strong,
efforts around you home or garage.but don't rust.
Casing Nails. The casing nails are for all of your finerPointless Nails. The pointless nail is if you're very
work needs when dealing with wood. Cabinets andparticular about not splitting any of the wood you're
molding trim work is perfect for these types of nails.working on. It's good for molding trim work or some
So if want some new shelves or new kitchencorner pieces for baseboards.
cabinets then make sure you have these on hand.There will be other types of holding and latching
You don't want your detailed work to be ruined bydevices that you'll need around the house too.
unsightly nail heads.Decorative screws, bolts, tack nails, and other types
Finishing Nails. The finishing nails are another nail type,of will be necessary at some point in your home
but they can be used interchangeably with casingmaintenance and remolding needs. Take some time
nails for the fine work at home. The rounded nailsand build up your supply. Remember to always use
heads can be counter sunk or not.safety precautions when nailing and cutting materials.
Common Brads. Are rated on length only. They areWear eye protection to keep any materials from
good for very light, and can be used like the casingaccidentally being poked into the lens of the eye. A
nails for trim work. The nails are of lighter weight,good idea to learn more about nails and other
and are shorter than the common finishing nails.fasteners is to get some home repair books, and
Box Nails. Box nails are like a common nail but thelook at a few examples of how the nails are used in
head on them is much larger. The shank of the nail isprojects for the home. Experience and a little
much larger, and is used primarily for framing andknowledge will go a long way to knowing your nails.
decking. If you need extreme holding power then this