Nails and screws

The following nail and screw size chart will help you pick what size screw or nail to use.

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There are many types of nails at the hardware store, but which ones are right for your DIY project? Our guide to the most common nails will show you.

Screws are a very common tool, typically used as fasteners to join pieces and materials together. However, choosing the kind of screw will be an important decision. By using the right kind of screw you’re not only protecting the materials you’re working with, but you’re also ensuring that securely drilling the screw will remain both an easy and safe endeavor. 5-Minute Crafts has prepared a guide to provide information on the different types of screw drives, as well as examples of recommended…

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When building a deck, installing flooring, or hanging drywall, your choice of fastener matters. Here's how to know whether you should use screws or nails.

We talked to a pro to learn the most common mistakes made by carpentry beginners to help you bend the learning curve in your favor.