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Grip-Rite
$15-$50 per boxGalvanized Nails for Outdoor and Treated Lumber Projects
Galvanized nails are coated with zinc to resist corrosion from moisture, weather, and chemicals in pressure-treated lumber. Hot-dipped galvanized nails provide the thickest zinc coating and longest service life for decks, fences, and exterior trim.
Key Features
- Hot-dipped zinc coating for maximum corrosion resistance
- Compatible with pressure-treated lumber
- Available in all common sizes
- Meets building code for exterior use
- Long service life in wet environments
Specifications
Material: Carbon steel with zinc | Coatings: Hot-dipped galvanized (HDG)
electro-galvanized (EG) | Sizes: 4d through 60d | Shanks: Smooth
ring
spiral | Heads: Common
sinker
duplex
Best For
Fence construction
Deck framing
Exterior trim
Outdoor furniture
Compatible Materials
Pressure-treated lumber
Cedar
Redwood
Exterior plywood
OSB sheathing
Pros & Cons
Pros
- ✓ Excellent corrosion resistance
- ✓ Required by code for treated lumber
- ✓ Widely available in all sizes
- ✓ More affordable than stainless steel
Cons
- ✗ Zinc coating can stain cedar and redwood
- ✗ Electro-galvanized offers less protection than HDG
- ✗ Coating can chip during driving
Installation Tips
Always use hot-dipped galvanized nails with pressure-treated lumber. For cedar and redwood, use stainless steel instead to avoid dark tannin stains caused by zinc.
Frequently Asked Questions
HDG has much thicker zinc from molten zinc dipping. EG is thin. HDG is required for exterior and treated lumber.
Zinc can react with tannins causing dark stains. Stainless steel nails are recommended for cedar and redwood.