How Do You Determine Common Nail Sizes?
• Determine what kind of nails you need. Common sizes are as follows: • 5d galvanized box nails. These are best for clap boards, shingles, decorative moldings. • 8d galvanized box nails. These are best for trim boards, heavier moldings. • 10d galvanized box nails. These are best for loose steps, decking. • Note that box nails have a thinner shaft than a common nail and won’t split wood as readily as a common nail. The heads are a little larger and hold best. Take care with neatness when using box nails. Box nails don’t pull out easily so get the placement right. Also be orderly and evenly space the nails. This looks better and holds better.
