Should You Use Screws or Nails for a Shed?

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the use of screws should be restricted to finishing,  while nails should be used for framing.

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Nails are not necessarily better than screws.  Instead, both fasteners offer one or more advantages over the other.

Are Nails Better  Than Screws?

What Should You Use for the Frame?

Nails are more resistant to pressure than screws.  Therefore, the best option for the frame of your shed

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Pros and Cons of Nails

Pros: Nails are inexpensive. Cons: The chances of a nail bending are higher than those of a screw. 

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Pros and Cons of Screws

Pros: They hold wood together better. Cons: Screws do not conform to many building codes.

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Nonetheless, you can use either screws or nails for a shed; Nails are better for framing while screws are preferable for finishing.

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