Hot dipped galvanized aluminum and stainless steel nails are all corrosion resistant and all can be used to nail western red cedar.
Stainless steel cedar siding nails.
There are two types of stainless steel fasteners available 304 and 316.
Stainless steel nails stainless steel nails by simpson strong tie will not react with the natural preservatives in cedar and leave dark stains and streaks.
13 x 2 in.
Stainless steel fasteners call direct cedar supplies today for a no hassle quote.
Stainless steel and aluminum fasteners repel rust and last for long periods of time.
Fiber cement siding nails.
6 penny stainless steel ring shank siding nails 5 lb pack grip rite prime guard max fasteners to stand the grip rite prime guard max fasteners to stand the test of time.
If you re going to be doing anything other than painting the cedar with a dark color i d spend the extra and get the stainless steel nails.
Other types of nails are not recommended.
We ship direct from the mill to your job site or business.
316 should be used in moist and humid climates while 304 works best in dry climates.
Grip rite primeguard max 2 in 13 gauge stainless steel siding nails 1 lb item 41976.
1 lb approx 261 fasteners 5 lb approx 1305.
Stainless steel coil roofing nails.
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2 x 14 gauge 7 32 head premium siding nails 316 stainless steel.
Simpson strong tie makes nails for a variety of projects including decks siding trim shakes shingles.
1 x 093 ring shank 3 600 count.
They can rust and disintegrate and react adversely with the natural preservative oils present in cedar resulting in stains and streaks.
Metal connector joist hanger.
Simpson strong tie 6d cedar and redwood siding nails 2 inch 14 gauge 304 stainless steel 1 pound approximately 245 nails per pound.
Cedar trim nails.
Stainless steel nails are the best choice especially if the siding is to be finished with transparent stain.
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Wood siding nails.
They are made of type 305 stainless steel and are highly resistant to corrosion.
Certified 100 stainless steel all the way through for maximum corrosion resistance.
1 x 093 stainless steel collated 15 degree siding nail ring shank 304 grade.
In my experience even the galvanized nails will eventually react with the cedar and leave black stains.