A guide to the different types of fasteners
If you have ever browsed through our online store, or even the shelves of your local hardware store, you may have noticed the sheer variety of types of fasteners available. Do you know what all of them are, and which of them are best suited to specific projects? To help you [...]
What can I do to prevent galling?
Galling occurs (also called cold welding) when the thread of a stainless steel bolt seizes to those of a stainless steel nut or tapped hole. It happens as a result of excessive pressure and friction during installation. Once galling has taken place, it’s usually impossible to remove the bolt without cutting [...]
Building a Deck? How to Choose the Right Fasteners
A deck can boost the aesthetic appeal of the exterior portion of your home, adding to its curb appeal and increasing its overall value should you decide to sell in the future. A deck also increases the square footage of your living space, giving you more room to enjoy several activities, [...]
What materials are fasteners made of?
Not all fasteners are created equally, and the project you have at hand will determine not only the shape, type, and length of the ideal fastener but also the material your fastener should be made of to best suit your outcome. Read this guide from Marsh Fasteners in Jupiter, Florida, to [...]
Types of screws and when to use them
We would be willing to bet that everyone reading this has a box or two – or maybe even an old tin can or pickle bottle – on a shelf in their garage, filled with an assortment of stainless steel screws of all shapes and sizes, as well as some made [...]
How to Build a Deck at Home
It’s about time to get started on that deck you’ve always wanted! It can be quite a big job... But, it’s not too difficult to manage once you get into it. And, provided you have all the right tools, of course! Marsh Fasteners offers a brief guide to building the average [...]
What Are the Different Grades of Bolts and How Can They be Used?
Bolts are available in a wide variety of different grades, which usually indicate a bolt’s tensile strength. Typically, bolts are steel fasteners that are engineered with external male threads. Marsh Fasteners explains the tensile strength and grades of bolts for various applications. Read on to find out more. Tensile Strength Of [...]
How to Install Composite Decking with Hidden Fasteners
If you are considering installing composite decking somewhere, aside from settling on a color, shape, and size for the decking, you will be faced with another tough decision – do you install the decking using screws or hidden fasteners? While screws are the traditional choice, there are many reasons why hidden [...]
