Question 1

1. What are masonry nails used for?

Accepted Answer

Masonry nails are used to fasten wood, metal, or plastic fixtures to concrete, brick, or stone without the need for plugs or anchors.

Question 2

2. Can you hammer masonry nails into concrete?

Accepted Answer

Yes, but they must be hardened. Use a club hammer or nail gun to reduce the risk of bending or damaging the nail.

Question 3

3. Are brick nails and masonry nails the same?

Accepted Answer

Not quite. Brick nails are a specific type of masonry nail, commonly used for fixing into softer clay brick where a lighter touch is needed to avoid damaging the material. They’re typically thinner and may have a tapered or flat profile to allow easier penetration and reduce the risk of splitting the brick surface.

Masonry nails, by contrast, is a broader category that includes various hardened nail types designed for use in dense substrates such as brick, concrete, stone, and blockwork. These nails are usually grooved or fluted to provide extra grip and are made to withstand high-impact driving without bending. While all brick nails fall under the category of masonry nails, not all masonry nails are suitable for softer materials like clay brick.

Masonry nails

OJ JCP AMNH075 Masonry Nails - Heavy Shank - 75x3.5mm 100pk

OJ JCP AMNL030 Masonry Nails - Light Shank - 30x2.5mm 100pk

Masonry Nails 2.5mm X 40mm Box Of 100 R-mnl-25040

Rawlplug 3.0mm X 50mm Masonry Nails Qty 100