What is the finish I can expect on stainless bolts?
We only supply standard off-the-shelf products – these are not highly polished and do not resemble chrome etc. We do not offer coating or special finishes. [Top] • What’s your phone number? Sorry – we communicate by email only. It helps us to process and ship your order as soon as possible. [Top] • I don’t know what this screw/bolt/nut is!! Can I send it to you for matching? Yes! Please feel free to send us a sample of the fastener you are trying to match. Send to Stainless Store, PO Box 638, Gymea NSW 2227. Use the “Contact Us” button to let us know in advance. If you require your original returned to you please let us know. [Top] • Can I leave feedback on your website? Our site doesn’t allow customers to enter feedback directly. Please use the contact us form to send your comments and we’ll be happy to include them. [Top] • What is galling? Galling is a cold welding process that can occur between male and female threads when tightening stainless steel fasteners. A common problem is t
We only supply standard off-the-shelf products – these are not highly polished and do not resemble chrome etc. We do not offer coating or special finishes. [Top] • What’s your phone number? You can call us on 1300 166 202 for the price of a local call from any landline between 9am and 4:30pm Monday to Friday. [Top] • Are your dome nuts 1 or 2 piece? Generally our 304 grade dome nuts are 2-piece welded except M3. Our 316 marine grade are all 1-piece (also, so are M3 in 304). [Top] • What if 304 grade is not in stock? Occasionally we substitute 316 marine grade if 304 standard grade is not in stock. We NEVER substitute the other way around (i.e. we would never supply standard 304 grade if 316 marine grade is not in stock). [Top] • What is galling? Galling is a cold welding process that can occur between male and female threads when tightening stainless steel fasteners. A common problem is tightening a nylon insert lock nut on to a bolt or set screw. The heat and friction generated when t
