Fasteners for attaching PT lumber to concrete
#1
07-10-12, 05:21 AM
Fasteners for attaching PT lumber to concrete
For attaching bottom plates to concrete slab or wall studs/furring strips to concrete walls, I use either Tapcon screws, or hammer drive concrete anchors.
I read recently that PT lumber's moisture would quickly corrode away screws and nails that are galvanized or anything not stainless steel.
If this is true, should I be worrying about the Tapcon screws and hammer set anchors being corroded away?
I read recently that PT lumber's moisture would quickly corrode away screws and nails that are galvanized or anything not stainless steel.
If this is true, should I be worrying about the Tapcon screws and hammer set anchors being corroded away?
#2
07-10-12, 05:30 AM
Group Moderator
Tapcon brand anchors are rated for use in ACQ.
Buildex Tapcon® Concrete Anchor
Not all powder actuated concrete anchors are rated for ACQ, yours would have to specifically say. Check the label.
Buildex Tapcon® Concrete Anchor
Not all powder actuated concrete anchors are rated for ACQ, yours would have to specifically say. Check the label.
#3
07-10-12, 05:34 AM
Group Moderator
It's not moisture, it's the chemicals used to treat the lumber. Use fasteners which say they are for ACQ treated lumber and you'll be fine.
Edit: Looks like X types faster than I do
Edit: Looks like X types faster than I do
