Question 1

1. What is ‘builders’ metalwork’?

Accepted Answer

Builders’ metalwork refers to pre-formed metal parts used to reinforce, join, or support timber and masonry in construction. Common examples include joist hangers, angle brackets, restraint straps, and timber connector plates. These components are typically made from galvanised or stainless steel and are used in structural timber framing, roofing, and masonry builds to meet load bearing and safety requirements.

Question 2

2. What are the most common types of fixings used in timber construction?

Accepted Answer

Timber work typically uses wood screws, collated nails, and metal brackets with nails or bolts. Nail guns are used for speed on larger jobs, with related consumables.

Question 3

3. How do I choose between nails, screws, and bolts?

Accepted Answer

This always depends on the situation at hand, but as a rule: use screws for precision and holding strength, nails for speed (especially with a nail gun), and nuts & bolts for heavy loads or structural applications.

Question 4

4. Can I use the same fixings for masonry and timber?

Accepted Answer

No. Masonry work needs plugs, anchors, or bolts, while timber fixings are designed to grip wood fibres. It's best to base the type of fixing you choose on substrate type, or it won’t work effectively or meet appropriate quality standards.

Screws and fixings

Lost Head Nails Galvanised / 3mm x 50mm (4 x 2.5Kg Bags)

Lost Head Nails Galvanised / 2.36mm x 40mm (10 x 1Kg Bags)

Lost Head Nails Galvanised / 3mm x 50mm (10 x 1Kg Bags)

Lost Head Nails Bright Finish / 3mm x 50mm (10 x 1Kg Bags)

Lost Head Nails Bright Finish / 3mm x 50mm (4 x 2.5Kg Bags)

Lost Head Nails Galvanised / 3.35mm x 65mm (10 x 1Kg Bags)

Lost Head Nails Bright Finish / 3.35mm x 65mm (10 x 1Kg Bags)

Lost Head Nails Bright Finish / 3.35mm x 65mm (4 x 2Kg Bags)

Lost Head Nails Bright Finish / 2.36mm x 40mm (10 x 1Kg Bags)

Lost Head Nails Bright Finish / 2.36mm x 40mm (10 x 500g Bags)

Lost Head Nails Galvanised / 3.35mm x 65mm (4 x 2.5Kg Bags)

Lost Head Nails Galvanised / 2.36mm x 40mm (4 x 2.5Kg Bags)

Lost Head Nails Bright Finish / 75mm (10 x 1Kg Bags)

Lost Head Nails Bright Finish / 3mm x 50mm (10Kg Box)

Galvanised Herringbone Joist Strut 530mm (Pack of 100)

Galvanised Truss Clips 44mm (Pack of 100)

Galvanised Truss Clips 47mm (Pack of 100)

Galvanised Truss Clips 50mm (Pack of 100)

Corrapol-BT Corrugated Bitumen Fixings 100 Pack Black

Forgefix Anti-Split & Fast Start Woodscrew 3.5mm x 30mm (10 x Box of 200)

Spax 3.5 X 40mm Countersunk Pozi Wood Screws Box Of 200

OJ UF. Vortex Power Screw CE. 5x70mm Bx=200

Timloc Access Panel Universal Hinged Door White Plastic 305x305mm

Fortress Red oxide Metal Primer, 250ml

Sika 5Ltr Clear Wood Treatment

TIMCO FirmaHold Collated Angled Brad Nails Galvanised With 2 x Fuel Cells 16x38mm 2000pk

TIMCO FirmaHold Collated Angled Brad Nails Galvanised With 2 x Fuel Cells 16x32mm 2000pk

TIMCO FirmaHold Collated Angled Brad Nails Galvanised With 2 x Fuel Cells 16x64mm 2000pk

Paslode Straight Brad Nails 1.6 x 25mm Fuel Cell Kit

TIMCO FirmaHold Collated Straight Brad Nails Galvanised With 2 x Fuel Cells 16x32mm 2000pk

TIMCO FirmaHold Collated Straight Brad Nails Galvanised With 2 x Fuel Cells 16x38mm 2000pk

TIMCO FirmaHold Collated Straight Brad Nails Galvanised With 2 x Fuel Cells 16x25mm 2000pk

TIMCO FirmaHold Collated Straight Brad Nails Galvanised With 2 x Fuel Cells 16x45mm 2000pk

TIMCO FirmaHold Collated Straight Brad Nails Galvanised With 2 x Fuel Cells 16x50mm 2000pk

Wall Plastic Plugs Yellow 5mm (Box of 100)

Paslode Clipped Head Ring Shank Galvanised Nail with 1 CFC Fuel Cell Pack of 1100 - 2.8 x 51mm

Spax Universal Use Screw - Full Thread - Yellox Coated 3.5 X 20mm