Tip number 7 for superior performing fasteners
This week we focus on why you need to always pre-drill hardwood before installing screws
Reference – interesting article – superior performing fasteners tips and tricks.
As a fastener business we often get some hard questions about fasteners. Sometimes though, we get questions that seem obvious to us because we have been in the industry for so long. Its hard to tell when something is common knowledge or simply something we know because we work in the industry. To remedy this, we highlight 1 quick tip each week for using fasteners that outline some of the basics of fasteners we think everyone should know.
Always pre-drill hardwood before installing screws
There are times with softer wood where you can get away with not pre-drilling holes (although we do not recommend it). You should ALWAYS pre-drill hardwood. Hardwood is much more likely to crack or split when a screw is installed. This can ruin the finish of many products and weaken the integrity of others. Always, always, always pre-drill to ensure you do not ruin your work.
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Read
- Why you shouldn’t use 18-8 stainless steel in or near a salt water environment
- How to use hot dip galvanised fasteners
- Why you shouldn’t use stainless steel and aluminum together
- Always use fastener lubricant on stainless steel fasteners
- Why you should always use the right size screwdriver
- The right driver bit for the right screw head
Check back next week for Fastener tips and tricks number 8
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