In the past, I have always preferred treated steel screws with C4 coating when fastening a frame or similar, such as Essve Corrseal. In recent years, I have felt that their coating is not as good as it used to be, and several screws have broken or rusted. Previously, I chose this one because stainless screws tend to break when, for example, decking, but the materials have different properties. Some time ago, I saw a film where a carpenter advocated for nails over screws and demonstrated how a screw can easily be "wiggled off," while a nail could withstand much more to show the advantage of using a softer material to join a frame that might move over the years.
I'm now considering whether to buy stainless screws instead of treated steel screws for an upcoming framing, what are your experiences with the choice of screw material primarily based on strength?
I'm now considering whether to buy stainless screws instead of treated steel screws for an upcoming framing, what are your experiences with the choice of screw material primarily based on strength?
Frame structures are best shot with a framing nailer.
Anyone with experience on the strength of stainless wood screws compared to those made of treated steel? There is a significant price difference, so you don't want to spend money unnecessarily.
Depends on the purpose and in this case, the construction. I have a nail gun that will be used where this is the best solution, but that wasn't what the question was about.RoTe said: