[maddog1]

I'm not sure as to which type of framing nails to use in my Nail gun. I see that there are "Ring shank nails & smooth nails. Here is my question: The Ring Shank nails are a .120 inch thickness & the Smooth finish are .130 thickness. I will be building a storage barn that will be 24' X 42'. I want to use the proper framing nails. This building will be a Post style construction.

What's the better nail to use? the .130" smooth or the .120" Ring Shank. I know the Ring Shank nails really grip but are they the better choice over the heavier smooth shank nails. Thanks for the advice. I don't want my barn roof to fall in on me because of nails??? I'm located in South Carolina where its as hot & humid as a Pizza oven in the summer & very mild winters for the most part, if that makes a difference. Thanks

:vs_karate:

 

[joecaption]

Ansewered your own question.
""Ring shanks have more holding power"
Make sure to only use ACQ approved nails when nailing into any pressure treated wood.

 

[bradleyshome]

Make sure to only use ACQ approved nails when nailing into any pressure treated wood.

Is there a specific reason for this? Not questioning whether you should just wondering?

 

[Mingledtrash]

I'm not sure as to which type of framing nails to use in my Nail gun. I see that there are "Ring shank nails & smooth nails. Here is my question: The Ring Shank nails are a .120 inch thickness & the Smooth finish are .130 thickness. I will be building a storage barn that will be 24' X 42'. I want to use the proper framing nails. This building will be a Post style construction.

What's the better nail to use? the .130" smooth or the .120" Ring Shank. I know the Ring Shank nails really grip but are they the better choice over the heavier smooth shank nails. Thanks for the advice. I don't want my barn roof to fall in on me because of nails??? I'm located in South Carolina where its as hot & humid as a Pizza oven in the summer & very mild winters for the most part, if that makes a difference. Thanks

:vs_karate:

You notice you have two different thickness of nails .130 and .120"
the .130 are for nailing studs together and the thinner ring shanks are for sheathing. we use .131"x3" for studs and framing and a smaller .099"x2-1/2" screw shank for sheathing. you for sure want the ring shank for your sheathing.

I would not recommend using 3" ring shank for nailing studs together they are a pain in the butt to pull out and are not necessary if your build is designed right.

 

[Mingledtrash]

Is there a specific reason for this? Not questioning whether you should just wondering?

the treatment for the green plate is highly corrosive. it will destroy regular nails in a year or two.

 

[cjm94]

Pressure treated wood will corrode untreated nails and screws

 

[joecaption]

The newer pressure treated wood is treated with copper, copper and steel do not play well together.