By eHow Home & Garden Editor
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When you build a deck, it will last for years. It's important to buy the right kind of nails and screws for a deck so they will last for years, too. Cheaper isn't always the way to go, as nails can rust or pop up and screws can break. Here are some tips to help you buy nails and screws for a deck.
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DIYhomecenter said
on 4/18/2008 What about hidden deck fasteners? With these you don't need nails anymore and it looks much more pleasing to the eye.
jimdris said
on 11/9/2007 Pressure-treated wood now uses new compounds that are more corrosive to fasteners, thus the recommendation for stainless steel. This is particularly important for stuctural components that use bolts whose failure could cause a deck to collapse and cause injury!