To do this, you will need concrete nails.
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What Are Concrete Nails?
Concrete nails are made of high-grade carbonated steel.
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They are used in projects that requirenailingor hanging objects on concrete, brick, or other hard materials.
If you expect to do a lot of concrete nailing, consider investing in a powder-actuated nailer.
The categories are: electro-galvanized, hot-dip galvanized nails, acid-resistant, stainless steel, and copper nails.
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There are also instances where the face of a hammer can chip and send a shard flying.
Wear a particle mask when drilling in concrete, as cement dust can damage the lungs.
When the board is penetrated, continue to drill for a few seconds to mark the concrete.
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Then, outline the board’s position on the floor with a pencil.
Do this frequently during the drilling process.
Tips For Driving Concrete Nails
you should probably pre-drill for concrete nails driven with a hammer.
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Pilot holes must be made in the concrete.
For powder-actuated nailers, pre-drilling pilot holes are not required.
Concrete should be at least three times as thick as the length of the penetrating fastener.
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Concrete nails work well forhanging picturesbut are not the best choice for the average picture frame.
Concrete nails are better for heavier or more weighted wall hangings.
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