There are dozens of ways to join two products or materials, but fasteners supply the needed strength for a lasting connection, the ability to be quickly installed or removed, and the versatility to work with various materials in many applications. You’ll be reaching for a fastener when hanging the family portrait on the wall, fixing broken furniture, or building a backyard patio. These parts also provide structural integrity for heavy machinery, cars, buildings, bridges and more.
Choosing the right fastener is the hardest part, but this simple guide aims to break down the wide variety on offer, the crucial design and material differences, and how to size fasteners for your job.