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Old 03-04-06, 09:14 AM
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Nail length

Is there a rule of thumb to determine how long nails should be for framing and sheathing? Like how much nail should go into the piece being nailed to?
 
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Framing, I use 16cc, and for sheathing 8cc. You want approximately 2/3 of the nail in the substrate or studs.
 
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16cc is 16d?
 
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Old 03-05-06, 06:35 AM
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Also, do I need galvanized for an exterior wall??
 
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Another question? Why can't I find 3-1/2" collated galvanized stick framing nails anywhere (Lowe's, Home Depot, web)?
 
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Personally, i would only buy galv. that way you can use them both inside and outside. I've never seen "cc" but I'm sure it must mean "d" a/k/a "penny". As far as gun nails, I use 3 1/4" which is actually 12d. All the lumberyards and home centers around me seem to sell galv. nails in this size.
 
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Sorry about the terminology. CC just indicates cement coated (as opposed to common). Like Kona, I buy only galvanized, and usually ring shanked. The holding power is great. I thought you were using a hammer. I buy #12's almost exclusively for framing. The 3 1/4" is just fine. Good luck with the project!
 
 

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