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Components of a NailNail TypesFlatheadMost standard type of nailhead. Larger head sizeprovides greater holdingpower.CountersunkThe countersunk headprovides the nail with theability to break the surfacetension of the wood and recessitself into the top of the wood.DuplexThis is a double-headed nailfor temporary applications.Makes for easy removal.CheckeredCreates a non slip surface forhammering while framing.Nail Shank TypesBradThe brad head is primarilyused with in finishing work,such as nailing trim andmoulding. The smaller headreduces the holding powerbut makes it very easy tocountersink.CuppedPrimarily used in drywallapplications. Cupped headallows driving into drywallwithout the paper tearingaround the nail head. Providesa good surface to hold jointcompound.SmoothBarbedMost common shank and easiest to produce but provides least amount of holdingpower.Barbed indentations into shank give slightly better holding power than smooth shank.Ring(annular thread)Concentric rings around the shank of the nail provide great holding power.Screw(spiral)Nail turns into wood while being driven similar to a screw.FlutedChanneled shank designed for driving into blocks or mortar joints to preventcracking the material. Provides holding strength.Nail Point TypesBlunt DiamondMost common nail point used today because it reduces splitting while driving.Long DiamondAlso known as a needle-point. Primary application is drywall.ChiselPrimary application is pallet-making and manufacturing. Chisel prevents splitting.61.888.502.BLUE • www.bluelinxco.comPlease call for product availability in your area.