R Rolle85 #1 Member · vg · 5 645 posts 25 Sep 2024 at 1:44 PM Rolle85 Member vg 5,645 posts 25 Sep 2024 at 1:44 PM #1 I am going to replace a staircase in railroad ties. What long screws can be used for this purpose? All long screws are for indoor use.
I am going to replace a staircase in railroad ties. What long screws can be used for this purpose? All long screws are for indoor use.
A Argastesnickaren #2 Construction veteran · 2 745 posts 25 Sep 2024 at 2:03 PM Argastesnickaren Construction veteran 2,745 posts 25 Sep 2024 at 2:03 PM #2 Avoid using rail sleepers as steps; they become very slippery when it's wet outside.
P Peter_Ker #3 Member · 657 posts 25 Sep 2024 at 2:14 PM Peter_Ker Member 657 posts 25 Sep 2024 at 2:14 PM #3 I used this type of screw for a gate and for the patio. Available in all lengths.
F fribygg #4 Member · Östergötland · 23 571 posts 25 Sep 2024 at 2:46 PM fribygg Member Östergötland 23,571 posts 25 Sep 2024 at 2:46 PM #4 Nail, regular 4-inch galvanized nail might be suitable.
