Screw heads, nail types, bolt grades, drywall anchors, and thread terms.
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- What does a Phillips head screw look like?
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A cross-shaped indentation on the screw head.- What is a slotted head screw?
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A screw with a single straight line indentation across the head.- What is a Robertson or square drive screw?
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A screw with a square-shaped indentation on the head.- What is a Torx or star head screw?
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A screw with a six-point star-shaped indentation.- What does a hex head screw or bolt have?
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A six-sided indentation that accepts a hex wrench or socket.- What is a pan head screw?
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A screw with a flat top and cylindrical sides, slightly domed.- What is a flathead or countersunk screw?
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A screw with a conical head that sits flush with or below the surface.- What is a pozidriv head screw?
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A screw with a cross pattern similar to Phillips but with additional smaller lines.- What is a button or dome head screw?
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A screw with a rounded, raised head and cylindrical or domed shape.- What is a common nail or penny nail used for?
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Framing and structural work, has a thick shank and large head.- What is a finishing nail?
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A thin nail with a small head, used for trim and visible surfaces.- What is a brad nail?
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A very thin, short finishing nail used for lightweight trim and molding.- What is a casing nail?
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A nail between a common nail and finishing nail in size, used for door and window trim.- What is a roofing nail?
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A short nail with a very large, flat head, usually galvanized, used to secure shingles.- Why are galvanized nails used?
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A zinc coating on the nail prevents rust and corrosion, extending life outdoors.
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