Pressure treated wood is most commonly used for construction in areas exposed to harsh outside conditions. The chemicals used to treat this type of wood changed in 2004 in a bid to remove many of the harmful and dangerous substances used in the treatment of the lumber,...
Read moreFasteners for boat building: Boat building tips and tricks
If you are an avid handyman (or woman) and want to delve into building your own boat, stainless steel fasteners can make the world of difference to your project. After all, a boat’s durability depends entirely on the small things that are responsible for holding it...
Read moreTimber treatment preserves timber but can also be hazardous to health, learn more here:
When working with timber, stainless steel fasteners can make all the world of difference to you job at hand. There are certain timber treatments that can really be hazardous when working with. It is therefore good to familiarize yourself with the different treatments available to you to...
Read moreTimber Connectors and Building Brackets are Best Supplied in Stainless Steel for Various Reasons
What stainless steel fasteners do you make use of? In the construction industry, stainless steel building brackets and timber connectors are of great importance. Brackets are typically available in wood or metal and are designed to strengthen an angle. Stainless steel brackets are available in a...
Read moreScrews for Boat Building and Repair
Deck screws are widely used in the boat building industry for various reasons. For starters, they are a durable and long lasting type of screw. Wood screws of this variety are used for joining wooden parts and attaching fittings securely. In the marine industry, these screws...
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