Ring Shank Nails For Cedar Fence

Grip rite 14 x 1 3 8 in.

Ring shank nails for cedar fence.

When cedar gets wet it swells. For cedar siding or fencing you might also consider a stainless steel threaded annular ring nail 10d x 3. The galvanized steel is less expensive than aluminum but it has the potential to eventually corrode and is not. To attach individual pickets to the backer rails we recommend 8d to 10d nails or 1 1 4 in.

They have ring barbs almost like a fish hook for the ultimate in pullout protection. Lifetime fence roofing company uses stainless steel ring shank nails for all wood fences. With this constant movement the proper choice of nail is crucial. The ring shanks hold tighter than smooth nails and the textured head holds paint and stain.

Phosphate coated drywall nails 30 lb pack model 138pcdwbk 73 83 73 83. Cypress is a bit more hard and weather resistant than cedar. Use type 316 stainless steel fasteners for the highest degree of corrosion resistance in environments such as sea coastal areas. Grip rite 13 x 2 in.

Made from type 304 stainless steel. Pack model maxn62433 10 24 10 24. These come around 5 50 for one pound. When choosing the type of nail to be used the unique properties of cedar wood should be considered.

Because the fence wood tends to expand shrink during heat cold cycles and humidity changes which cause smooth shank nails to loosen. To help minimize warping and curling pickets use 6 d 2 inch ring shank nails made out of galvanized steel for one by four or one by six fence pickets. That s a plus if you decide to use the nails with tongue and groove douglas fir porch flooring. To attach preassembled panels or backer rails to posts we recommend 18d to 20d nails or 3 1 2 in.

Set your store to see local availability add to cart. Both cedar and cypress weather to a gray shade. Any nail used in fencing should be ring shank or equivalent. Popular for cedar redwood and fiber cement sidings.

A fence built out of pine is notorious for warping and curling pickets. 6d stainless steel ring shank siding nails 1 lb.