Ever wondered how to quickly and securely fasten wood to concrete, brick, or blockwork? Look no further than Express Nails! These handy hammer-set anchors are a favorite among builders and carpenters for their speed, ease of use, and impressive holding power.
Imagine a super-strong nail that requires just a hammer and drill for installation. That’s exactly what Express Nails are! They’re made from zinc-plated, high-quality steel with a special spring mechanism that provides a strong grip in concrete, brick, and block.
What are Express Nails?
Express Nails are rapid hammer-set anchors specifically designed for concrete and masonry applications. They’re ideal for interior projects in clean, dry environments with low humidity. Made from zinc-plated, high-quality steel, these anchors boast a special sprung design that ensures a uniform grip within the substrate.
What can you use Express Nails for?
- Securing Timber Battens: Imagine you’re building shelves or installing a radiator. Express Nails are perfect for attaching timber battens to concrete walls, brick facades, or cinder block partitions.
- Framing Projects: Need to create a sturdy framework for interior walls or partitions? Express Nails can securely fasten wood frames to concrete or masonry, making your construction process efficient.
Benefits of using Express Nails
- Fast and Easy Installation: Unlike traditional screws and plugs, Express Nails require only two simple steps: drilling a hole of the appropriate diameter and hammering the nail through the fixture. This saves you valuable time on the job.
- Strong and Reliable Hold: The unique sprung design ensures a secure grip within the masonry, providing excellent holding power for your timber battens or frames.
- Variety of Sizes: Express Nails come in various sizes to accommodate different project requirements.
How to use Express Nails
- Drill the Hole: Using an SDS drill equipped with the correct sized drill bit (6mm for size 6 nails and 8mm for size 8 nails), drill a hole into the concrete, brick, or block at the desired location.
- Hammer in the Nail: Insert the Express Nail through the fixture and into the drilled hole. Hammer the nail until it’s flush with the wood surface.
Example: Securing a Batten to a Concrete Wall
Let’s say you’re attaching a wooden batten to a concrete wall for a bookshelf. You’d choose an 8 x 90mm Express Nail and an 8mm SDS drill bit. After drilling the hole, simply hammer the nail until it’s flush with the batten. That’s it!
Express Nails: Simple, Strong and Efficient
Express Nails are a fantastic option for builders and carpenters who need a fast, reliable way to secure timber to concrete, brick, or blockwork. Their ease of use, strong holding power, and variety of sizes make them a valuable addition to any toolbox. So next time you need to tackle an interior project, consider using Express Nails for a smooth and efficient experience.
The Securall Way – Always Reliable
Here at Securall Fastenings and PaslodeNailGuns.ie we have our own in-house maintenance team who will always ensure that any issues with Nail Guns and Paslode Nail Guns sold by us can be fixed with a very fast turnaround time.
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