Use Ring Shank Roofing Nails For Shingles

The standard cheapest and most commonly used roofing nails are smooth shank.

Use ring shank roofing nails for shingles.

Ring shank nails have a larger nail head. The cap nail shank shall be not less than 0 083 inch for ring shank cap nails and 0 091 inch for smooth shank cap nails. Screw shank nails are twisted and have sharp diamond tips and they are used to securely fasten wood roofs. These coil nails along with maze bulk collated stick nails are the right nails for the job.

Large textured head for an increased bearing surface to support shakes and shingles. The international building code requires that roofing nails have a minimum 12 gauge shank and a 3 8 inch diameter head. The ring shank nails. If selecting the perfect roofing nails read more.

More product details close. They are usually made of galvanized steel which are strong and good for fastening shingles in areas with strong winds. Many roofing endeavors such as fastening shingles require the use of roofing nails which are available in a variety of materials and sizes and are more durable than standard or traditional nails. For dimensional shingles being installed over a layer of existing dimensional shingles you should always use a 1 1 2 inch roofing nail.

For use in wood shakes and wood shingles for both roofing and side wall applications. 3 use the grip rite 11 x 1 1 4 in. Cap nail shank shall have a length sufficient to penetrate through the roof sheathing or not less than 3 4 inch into the roof sheathing. So which nails will work best for your columbus roofing system.

Penetration when nailing shingles proper penetration into the roof deck is essential to ensure the nail and shingle remain secure. The type of shank helps differentiate between the different roofing nails. 3 degree electro galvanized steel roofing nails 5 lb pack for applying roofing asphalt shingles insulation board and felt to wood substrates. Ring shank provides additional holding power.

Use the grip rite 11 x 1 1 4 in. Aggressive ring shank for greater holding power. This type of nail is usually made of zinc plated steel and electro galvanized carbon steel and are suitable for asphalt roofing felts.