Can I use 8d “box” nails instead of regular galv. nails for exterior walls and roof sheathing? I’ve got a bunch I’d like to use up.
TP
Can I use 8d “box” nails instead of regular galv. nails for exterior walls and roof sheathing? I’ve got a bunch I’d like to use up.
TP
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Back in the day , when I was framing and sheathing roofs, we used 7d Box CC nails, hand drives. I dunno what code says these days, what with full round head requirements and shearwall apps.
Mebbe ask the BI in your area?
Spheramid Enterprises Architectural Woodworks
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Box nails have a slimmer diameter body than a common nail, head may be smaller also.
Not sure their use is good for sheathing since these two factors will lower their strength in shear.
As usual, default disclaimer, check with the BI.
Jim
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