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Hello,

So, once the framework is in place the next step is often to enclose the structure and sometimes a simple covering of planks is opted for, particularly in North America where the infill technique is more exception than rule, more exotic than rooted in the tradition. The enclosure is then nailed up - well, someone might use screws - and I was just wondering if anyone uses these cut nails from Tremont Nail Company, in Mansfield and how it worked out. Personally I'm taking mine from Glasgow Nail Company but used Mustad hot dipped nails out there on the barn which I prefer.

Greetings,

Don Wagstaff

Hi Don, I have used nails from Tremont, mostly for interior stuff flooring. As far as planking on the outside of a frame I use GRK screws, size ranging depending on thickness of planks. I hardly ever pick up a hammer any more.

The nails worked out fine. I prefer the result to any other option, quick and simple.

Ok, thanks Tim.

Greetings,

Don Wagstaff