what kind of screws into ACQ lumber?
Hello All – I’m brand new here. My first post.
What kind of screws should I use to install vinyl windows into ACQ-treated lumber framing? I’ve recently learned that I need to be careful about metal selection, due to corrosion danger. I want to select a readily available, cost-effective fastener that won’t corrode, and will pass inspection.
The project is a basement in very-dry Colorado. Several windows being re-fitted into metal frames in 8-inch concrete walls.
Thank You!
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welcome
stainless steel
do a search here and SS is the majority for fasteners in acq
in nails there are some hot double dipped etc, but SS seems the best
bobl Volo, non valeo
Baloney detecter
Hot dipped galvanized or Stainless steel only.
You said screws? Do you not have a nailing flange where galv roofing nails would do?
It is moisture that activates the galvanic reaction with the salts in the ACQ. Even though your climate is dry overall, the location of these windows will make it close tro ground moisture wicking
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