Screws are more expensive but hold better and won't corrode if you use the correct type. They are coated for corrosion resistance or are available in stainless steel. Be sure that the screw finish is compatable with the chemicals now used in treated lumber. The heads are bugle shaped and come with various slots. Phillips head is the most common but the square drive heads are easier to install.
DON'T use drywall screws. They are cheaper and look like deck screws but are not coated, have the wrong threads, and will rust away in a year. Screws, screws, screws. Don't waste your time with nails. I work for a large Eastern pressure treater and you'd be amazed at the amount of 'complaints' we get that could easily have been avoided if the customer used screws to start out with.
It's a good idea to pre-drill your holes so that you can avoid splitting the ends of your lumber. A little extra work goes a long way. Ok, i have been building my deck now for a couple days and have a learned a few things. Of course screws are better, but would they be easier to drill. Well, I was creating girders with two 2x12's ,pressure treated.
Lastly, I drilled them in without even predrilling the holes with a fire storm black and decker Easy as pie. I mean whoaaaaa easy and freaking pie. Way easier than nailing for sure and a lot more accurate, secure and longer lasting. I am now confident and happy with my screw decision. Hope this helps others comtiplating the same thing. DeWalt has an attachment that will fit onto most of their screw guns. If you buy yourself a cheap beeswax ring used for toliet installations and "roll" those screws on it first lubricating the threads with the bee wax they will "drive" much easier.
Be sure to use the proper drill bit size when pre-drilling those screw holes. Another tip: use some tape on your drill bit to mark the depth you want to pre-drill those holes with so not as to over drill too deep.
If you have the abilty you can by brackets and then you can screw the deak from the bottom. Makes for a way better deck. And like others have said always buy the right screws. For the treated lumber you have used. Gold screw suck for pressure treated lumber. Do with the greenn coated ones. Screws are the best for keeping the deck seated. While nails do rise at time square driver screws stay put. Ever have your screwdriver bite come out of the recess? This is why I like especially using square driver screws.
Here's a killer new screw from Outlaw Fasteners. You must have JavaScript enabled in your browser to utilize the functionality of this website. A common question we get this time of year is, "What fastener should I use for deck boards? But regional conditions and new decking materials may expand - or narrow - the list of suitable deck fasteners. Take a look at the questions and answers, below, then decide what works best for your decking project. What type of fastener can I use for wood deck board?
Standard wood decking is pretty versatile in how it can be assembled to the deck frame. The least expensive option for installing wood deck boards is to use framing nails , though we don't necessarily recommend them.
You'll see a lot of builder-grade decks assembled with framing nails, which remains the fastest installation method, but can lead to maintenance headaches down the road. Over time, the nails will start to work themselves out of the wood board, which greatly compromises holding strength - and can even make the deck dangerous to walk across if nails begin to protrude.
For decking boards, we recommend using a deck screw such as DuraSpin collated screws or Scrail s. Both offer improved holding strength thanks to a threaded shank, which keeps the fastener locked into place - and can be reversed, allowing for easy removal if a board needs to be replaced. What fastener coating, color, or material should I get? Choosing the right type of fastener is only part of the process; you'll also need to figure out the size and variation of fastener.
Collated deck screws come in several different colors, coatings and materials. If you're installing composite deck boards, we recommend color-matching yours with DuraSpin composite deck screws or BeckDeck Scrails. In damp or coastal regions, or for decks that are regularly exposed to weather, opt for a stainless steel deck screw or Scrail to prevent rusting and corrosion over time.
Most standard wood deck screws by Senco or Quik Drive fasteners by Simpson Strong-Tie feature a basic corrosion-resistant coating. A growing trend in designer decking, hidden deck fasteners and hidden deck screws are rapidly increasing in popularity.
However, if you miss a nailhead with the hammer, or if you drive the nail too far, you will mar the wood. And it is difficult to remove a nailed board without damaging the board.
Framing connectors strengthen the joints between framing members. Not too long ago, framing members were joined with nails or screws, but most current building codes now require framing hardware. Attach joists to the side of a ledger or beam using joist hangers.
At the corner, either cut a joist hanger in half using tin snips or use an angle bracket. Angled joist hangers accommodate joists that attach at a degree angle. Where a beam sits on top of a post , a post cap provides a reliable joint. If joists sit on top of a beam, many local codes allow you simply to angle-drive screws to secure the joists to the beam.
Other local building departments require special seismic or hurricane ties, which add lateral strength. A post anchor secures a post to a concrete pier and supports it so the bottom can dry between rainfalls. Get the style that you can adjust so you can fine-tune the posts and keep them on the same line.
To fasten a large piece like a post, use either a lag screw or a carriage bolt. Bolts are stronger and can be tightened in future years if the lumber shrinks. Always use washers under the head of a lag screw or the nut on a carriage bolt so that the fastener does not sink into the wood.
Attach a ledger to brick, block, or concrete with lag screws and masonry anchors. Hold a ledger temporarily with masonry screws, which are not quite as strong but are easier to drive and don't require anchors. You can avoid visible nails and screws completely with invisible deck fastening systems. Invisible fasteners come in many forms. They are more expensive and more time-consuming to install, but they leave a clean, uncluttered deck surface. They are especially useful in contemporary deck designs or with complicated decking patterns because they don't distract from the pattern of the decking itself.
Deck clips are the easiest to install because you can work from the top of the deck. Continuous fasteners require driving screws from underneath and are better suited to raised decks. You can also use masonry fasteners. With this hardware, an anchor bolt comes preassembled so its sleeve expands against the sides of a predrilled hole as you tighten the bolt. Blow out the dust and drive the bolt with the nut just at the top of the threads. Make sure the bolt doesn't turn when tightening.
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