Types of Nails and Their Functions in Construction Work

Nails are small but crucial materials in construction. Each type of nail has a different function depending on the material used, from wood and mild steel to concrete. Choosing the right nail will determine the strength of the connection and the quality of the finished product.

Here are the types of nails commonly used in construction and their functions.

1. Concrete Nails
Concrete nails are thicker, harder, and sharper with a blackish color. Made of high-strength steel, they are capable of penetrating concrete or solid walls.

Function:

• Attaching strips or frames to concrete surfaces
• Installing ceiling frames
• Holding materials to solid walls

2. Common Nails
This type of nail is most commonly used in carpentry. They have a pointed tip and a longer shaft than concrete nails.

Function:

• Joining wood materials
• Making wooden roof frames
• Constructing doors, frames, and furniture

3. Kalsiboard Nails / Zinc Nails

Have wider heads and slender shafts, making them suitable for lightweight materials.

Function:

• Installing Kalsiboard
• Installing corrugated iron
• Constructing lightweight ceilings

4. Roofing Nails
The characteristic of these nails is their wide, umbrella-like heads, which are usually coated with an anti-rust coating.

Function:

• Holding corrugated iron to prevent it from coming loose
• Used for installing lightweight roofs
• Preventing leaks because the nail head seals the hole securely

5. Plywood Nails (Finishing Nails)
Small in size and with thin shafts, they are usually used for interior work.

Function:

• Securing plywood sheets to the frame
• Finishing work such as installing strips
• Smooth joints that do not require high durability

6. Rivets
Used to join two sheets of metal plate without welding.

Function:

• Light steel plate work
• Automotive and machinery industries
• Reinforcement of metal structures

7. Duplex Nails (Double-Headed Nails)
Have two heads so they are easy to remove after temporary installation.

Function:

• Installing concrete formwork
• Temporary construction support
• Projects requiring dismantling and reassembly

8. Screw Nails
Have threads on the shaft for a stronger grip on the wood.

Function:

• Wood joints that require extra strength
• Installing materials that are prone to shifting
• Wooden house construction

Conclusion
Nail selection must be tailored to the material and type of work. Using the right nails will increase the strength of the connection, prevent material damage, and ensure safer and more durable construction results.

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