Nails Or Screws For Siding

Even though they are more visible than finish nails you need common nails which have heads to prevent the siding from backing off the wall when it gets wet and begins to warp.

Nails or screws for siding.

Stainless steel and aluminum fasteners repel rust and last for long periods of time. There are two types of stainless steel fasteners available 304 and 316. Nails and screws that are for use outdoors must be able to withstand rain snow heat and cold. Nails are often preferred for structural joining including framing walls because they are more flexible under pressure whereas screws can snap.

A few of the vinyl fasteners that are recommended are also the same as those used for aluminum siding. Nails are generally made of steel that can rust and corrode causing loss of integrity and staining of the installed product. 316 should be used in moist and humid climates while 304 works best in dry climates. Find vinyl siding nails at lowe s today.

Use nails for framing and screws for finishing sheathing and subfloor. Although screws can be used for framing the building inspector may not agree most building codes still identify 10d and 16d nails as the norm not screws. Aluminum siding nails 1 lb pack feature a large head and thin smooth shank that helps to reduce wood splitting. These grip rite 1 1 2 in.

Screws used for vinyl can be corrosion proof stainless steel or another corrosion proof material. Aluminum siding nails 1 these grip rite 1 1 2 in. More product details close.