What Are the Ideal Fasteners for Solar Panel Mounting?
Are you investing in solar energy for your home or business? Congratulations! Renewable energy is one of the most sustainable ways to reduce your carbon footprint and a big step in the right direction - if your goal is to go off the grid. When looking at the types of fasteners [...]
Are Stainless Steel Fasteners Corrosion Resistant?
While it’s commonly believed that stainless steel fasteners are completely corrosion resistant, this isn’t 100% accurate. Due to the durability and success of stainless steel applications, people think that this metal can’t corrode. However, the only metals that are completely corrosion resistant are gold and platinum. While stainless steel isn’t completely [...]
Use the Right Marine Fastener on Your Boat
Walking into the fastener section of your local hardware and home center can be daunting! An entire aisle dedicated to nuts and bolts and screws with hundreds of drawers with a dozen compartments - each with a different screw, bolt, or nut. Having a working knowledge of how fasteners are identified, [...]
How to Remove Stripped Bolts and Screws
One of the biggest frustrations when disassembling a piece of machinery or equipment for restoration, repair or even a service, is the dreaded seized or stripped bolt. Stuck hardware occurs when a bolt or nut gets corrosion between the threads, and they won’t budge. Many times, this leads to breaking the [...]
What Is the Difference Between 18-8 vs 304 vs 316?
Many people mistakenly believe that all stainless steel is the same. This is not true. The type and grade of stainless steel fasteners that you invest in will determine just how corrosion resistant they are and, of course, how durable and long-lasting you can expect them to be. Whether you are [...]
When to Use Nails Vs. When to Use Screws?
You finally got around to that DIY job you have been planning to do. As you are putting together all the tools and materials you require, you are stuck with a conundrum of which fastener to use - nails or screws. Do not fret, MarshFasteners is here to help you get [...]
What is the Difference Between a Stainless Steel Bolt, Stainless Steel Screw, and Stainless Steel Stud?
Working with stainless steel fasteners certainly requires prior knowledge about the various materials and grades available and which are best suited to your particular application. Using the wrong fastener can result in damage and extra expenses. If you work with stainless steel fasteners regularly, it’s best to know what options you have [...]
What Metal Are Screws Made Of?
In today’s market, the quality of the screws you buy is vitally important. In general, screws are made from low to medium carbon steel wire, but this is not always the case. In some instances, other metals can be used including the likes of brass, steel, stainless steel and aluminum alloy. [...]
