Galvanized Nails Cedar Siding

Stanley bostitch 1 3 8 in 15 gauge 15 degree galvanized steel siding nails 3600 count item 89404.

Galvanized nails cedar siding.

More product details close. The nails will eventually corrode but your siding needs to be replaced by the time that happens anyways. Skip to main content. Whether you install clapboard t1 11 cedar shakes or board and batten siding on your house you can attach it with either nails or screws.

Use this grip rite 1 3 4 in. Hot dipped galvanized aluminum and stainless steel nails are all corrosion resistant and all can be used to nail western red cedar. Pressure treated wood often has preservatives on it which contain salt. Galvanized siding nails are good replacements for original rusted siding nails if the siding is pine or douglas.

Despite the benefits to using a galvanized nail there are certain types of wood such as cedar or redwood where galvanized nails especially those with a lower quality galvanization will quickly rust and streak the surface due to a chemical reaction with the wood. Find siding nails at lowe s today. Galvanized coated steel nails should also not be used during a cedar shake or shingle installation. What kinds of nails are for wood siding.

Galvanized is fine for white cedar but not for red cedar white doesn t have the tannin levels that red does. Find a store near me. Although the process may take longer than a simple steel nail the zinc in the galvanized coating will eventually rust and corrode exposing the steel underneath to the elements. These nails offer a small head design and a ring shank for pull out resistance.

5d galvanized shake nails 1 lb pack for cedar shake applications. However the zinc in galvanized nails reacts chemically with cedar and redwood. Nail manufacturers recommend that you go with aluminum or stainless steel fasteners when you re using either of these woods and whenever you re using pressure treated wood. 5d galvanized shake use this grip rite 1 3 4 in.

Stainless steel nails are the best choice especially if the siding is to be finished with transparent stain. Hot dipped galvanized siding nails or some variation of weather treated. Other types of nails are not recommended.