just curious, drywall screws or nails- any strong opinions?
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on metal studs screws....... just way to much trouble to nail..
if done right I don't see a prob either way... off the subject a little how many glue & screw/nail?
we about always glue..
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Just my two cents worth, but I think it depends whether you have a drywall screw gun or not (about $140) --- a regular screw gun won't do regardless of where you set the clutch. Screws tend to pop less, but if set too deep don't hold. Ring-shank nails are fast and they are easy to set at just the right depth/dimpling. Always double them up (i.e. a pair about 2" apart). Screws may be easier to drive one-handed (e.g. when putting up ceilings).
This oughta get em goin, as I know others will have STRONG opinions.
Rick
If you get one of the (I think) Irwin spinners then you don't need a clutch. It has a clutch built in, activated by a ring around the bit. Pretty much perfect every time. It does cost around $15, though.
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Haven't seen those. Thanks for the tip.
>If you get one of the (I think) Irwin spinners then you don't need a clutch. It has a >clutch built in, activated by a ring around the bit. Pretty much perfect every time. It >does cost around $15, though.
Drywal screws are best for hanging kitchen cabinets. Nails are too hard to pull out when you remodel.
A: Prisoners complain behind bars. Husbands complain in them.
"Nails are too hard to pull out when you remodel. "
Ya just bang `em in, this way when the next tradesman uses drywal screws for hanging kitchen cabinets he hits the nail heads ;-)
I think that DW screws are better for joist hangers. You can get those extention bits. Easier than hammering in tight spaces.
They're good for making homemade trusses, too.(-:
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I think thats a boo-boo. Dry-wall screws do not have the shear strength for joist hangers. Every one that I have used has a caveat about using the proper fasteners.
He was kidding around. Same as I was about using them to build trusses. Guess we both figured it was so obvious we were kidding we didn't bother with smiley faces.(-:
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Sorry I missed the joke, but I've seen too many times where the use of dry-wall screws in a shear have caused major injuries. We have to remember that the people on this forum are not all pros. I work the trades and I missed it.
Aw comeon...U didn't even give the thread a chance to run before pulling the stopper outta the drain!;)I was always partial to nails - and still will hang with nails to the edges, then let the helper screw it up.
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then let the helper screw it up.
just wondering, you being witty or did you not realize what you were saying?
When have you seen me witless?
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With the price of screws trying to keep ahead of gas, I'm now a nail man. There was a time I though screws were much faster but the cost now has made that no longer an issue.
I nail off all edges and screw the field. Nailing edge helps flatten joints, specialy butts. And is easier if your by yourself, start nails, wack away when in place.
IF IT WAS EASY, EVERYONE COULD DO IT !
That's the way most sheetrock hangers do it around here - nail off all edges and screw the field - That way the nails end up under the tape so less pops.
Yeah, that was the way my builder did everything -- nail the edges and screw the field. Screw the level and square as well.
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This is a serious post . LOl
I dont think glueing and screwing has any added value except milking the customer. I think its over kill.
Glue and 3 sets of nails [2 is a set] in the field is an awsome job.
5 screws in the field is an awsome job.
The field never counts edges or butts . In other words not perimiters. Good rule of thumb is always 2 nails per edge nailing and double the feild on the butts.
If that isnt done neither is very good but especially nails .
Two nails are used to "cinch " a 2 inch spot working together nailing it at the same time when it tightens.
So to be as short as you were in your question was pretty vauqe.
Tim
Nail the perimeter because they will draw the board.
Screw guns and self feed screwguns are surface release - they will not draw the board tight to the framing.
Remodeling Contractor just on the other side of the Glass City
any strong opinions?
That's a rhetorical question right?
Mike
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neither. I wont do it. In Fact... ive got two screw guns for sale now.
Goodluck