The Story
Ring shank nails in Exo Galv Plus coating are a reliable choice for external timber fixing. This handy pack of 1,100 nails is available in four sizes from 2.80mm x 51mm up to 3.10mm x 90mm, giving strong pull-out resistance wherever smooth nails would work loose over time.
Specifications
| Property | Detail |
|---|---|
| Brand | Exocet |
| Treatment / Coating | Exo Galv Plus galvanised |
| Profile | Ring shank |
| Pack quantity | 1,100 |
| Available sizes | 2.80mm x 51mm, 3.10mm x 63mm, 3.10mm x 75mm, 3.10mm x 90mm |
| Suitable use | External and exposed applications |
What it's used for
- Fixing feather-edge and lap-style timber cladding boards to battens where pull-out resistance is critical
- Securing deck boards to joists, particularly where board movement from moisture cycling would loosen smooth nails
- Attaching fence boards, rails and gravel boards in exposed or coastal positions
- General structural timber fixing in outdoor or semi-exposed conditions where a standard bright nail would corrode
Fitting and handling
Allow cladding and decking boards to acclimatise on site before fixing, as this reduces movement after installation and helps maintain a consistent nail line. Ring shank nails can be driven by hand or with a framing hammer, and the ring profile grips the timber fibres as the nail is set, so there is no need for adhesive in most standard applications. Store unused nails in a dry location to protect the Exo Galv Plus coating until they are needed.
FAQ
What is the difference between ring shank nails and smooth shank nails?
Ring shank nails have a series of ridges along the shank that grip the surrounding timber fibres and significantly increase pull-out resistance compared with a plain smooth shank. This makes them better suited to applications such as cladding and decking where boards are subject to repeated expansion and contraction.
Are Exo Galv Plus ring shank nails suitable for pressure-treated timber?
Yes. The Exo Galv Plus coating is designed to resist corrosion in exposed conditions and is appropriate for use with preservative-treated timbers commonly used in fencing, decking, and cladding. Standard bright nails are not recommended for treated timber as the preservative accelerates corrosion.
Which size ring shank nail should I use for decking boards?
As a general guide, use a nail length approximately two and a half to three times the thickness of the board being fixed. For a standard 32mm decking board the 3.10mm x 90mm size is typically the most suitable, giving good penetration into the joist below while keeping the nail head flush or just below the surface.
Browse our feather-edge cladding boards to pair with these nails, and order before midday for next-day delivery to Bridgend and across South Wales. Nottage Timber Merchants supplies trade and retail customers with everything needed for a complete external timber project.
Description
Ring shank nails in Exo Galv Plus coating are a reliable choice for external timber fixing. This handy pack of 1,100 nails is available in four sizes from 2.80mm x 51mm up to 3.10mm x 90mm, giving strong pull-out resistance wherever smooth nails would work loose over time.
Specifications
| Property | Detail |
|---|---|
| Brand | Exocet |
| Treatment / Coating | Exo Galv Plus galvanised |
| Profile | Ring shank |
| Pack quantity | 1,100 |
| Available sizes | 2.80mm x 51mm, 3.10mm x 63mm, 3.10mm x 75mm, 3.10mm x 90mm |
| Suitable use | External and exposed applications |
What it's used for
- Fixing feather-edge and lap-style timber cladding boards to battens where pull-out resistance is critical
- Securing deck boards to joists, particularly where board movement from moisture cycling would loosen smooth nails
- Attaching fence boards, rails and gravel boards in exposed or coastal positions
- General structural timber fixing in outdoor or semi-exposed conditions where a standard bright nail would corrode
Fitting and handling
Allow cladding and decking boards to acclimatise on site before fixing, as this reduces movement after installation and helps maintain a consistent nail line. Ring shank nails can be driven by hand or with a framing hammer, and the ring profile grips the timber fibres as the nail is set, so there is no need for adhesive in most standard applications. Store unused nails in a dry location to protect the Exo Galv Plus coating until they are needed.
FAQ
What is the difference between ring shank nails and smooth shank nails?
Ring shank nails have a series of ridges along the shank that grip the surrounding timber fibres and significantly increase pull-out resistance compared with a plain smooth shank. This makes them better suited to applications such as cladding and decking where boards are subject to repeated expansion and contraction.
Are Exo Galv Plus ring shank nails suitable for pressure-treated timber?
Yes. The Exo Galv Plus coating is designed to resist corrosion in exposed conditions and is appropriate for use with preservative-treated timbers commonly used in fencing, decking, and cladding. Standard bright nails are not recommended for treated timber as the preservative accelerates corrosion.
Which size ring shank nail should I use for decking boards?
As a general guide, use a nail length approximately two and a half to three times the thickness of the board being fixed. For a standard 32mm decking board the 3.10mm x 90mm size is typically the most suitable, giving good penetration into the joist below while keeping the nail head flush or just below the surface.
Browse our feather-edge cladding boards to pair with these nails, and order before midday for next-day delivery to Bridgend and across South Wales. Nottage Timber Merchants supplies trade and retail customers with everything needed for a complete external timber project.
