Silence is music to the ears when it comes to having quiet floors free from squeaks and creaks. Noisy floors can pop up anywhere in a home. These are usually a result of loose subflooring and nails that have popped out of place as we’ve discussed previously. And just because bathrooms may be smaller, doesn’t mean they get a free pass, they too can have those annoying creaks.

Topics: Scrail Fasteners, floors, subfloors

When you need to add more floor space to an existing home, can you build up? In some situations, raising a roof is quite doable, and can be the perfect time to upgrade the roof itself, particularly if the old roof is nearing the end of its lifespan. In cases where the budget is adequate, raising the roof and upgrading to new metal roofing materials can be a cost effective way to nearly double the size of a home

Topics: Metal Roofing Fasteners, Scrail Fasteners

With the basement remodeling and construction season upon us, everyone working in construction and construction management knows that the goal is to finish one job so they can move on to the next job.  The more jobs that can be completed, and completed well, the more money a person can make.  Periodically, there are innovations that can make the process a little faster, but very rarely is there something that can really speed the process of finishing a basement, while keeping quality levels high.  The last thing a construction crew wants is to leave a job and get called back to fix or finish something.

Topics: Construction Fasteners, Scrail Fasteners, building

There are many articles detailing shortcuts and tips to contractors to save time and money, and many of them contain great sound advice (see our article “How to save money on your next fencing project,” for example).  However, you should be concerned on articles that detail shortcuts.  A shortcut usually means you will be cutting corners to save costs at the price of quality.  Sacrificing quality of work can damage your reputation, as well as increase the callbacks you receive once a project is done.

Topics: Construction Fasteners, Scrail Fasteners

There are many concerns when manufacturers or retailers look at shipping goods. One of the most common concerns is damaged packages from mishandling by those responsible for moving the shipped items from place to place. The dropping, crushing, and throwing that's a regular part of the package handling process can cause cardboard or plastic shipping boxes to get destroyed, ripped, or torn.  Not only are wooden crates much more up to the challenges they face while being shipped, they're also heavier than either plastic or cardboard boxes of the same size that often require package handlers to handle with more attention and care.

Topics: Scrail Fasteners, Crate Fasteners

Demand for metal roofing is forecasted to increase through 2015. According to the Metal Roofing Alliance, steel roof installations have more than doubled in the last five years and will continue to grow 15% per year. It’s becoming a more popular roofing choice for new residential roofs, as well as in replacement roofs on homes due to its affordability, durability, appearance and lifespan. Here’s some simple advice for a better metal roof install.

Topics: Metal Roofing Fasteners, Scrail Fasteners

An unfinished basement is a blank slate for a contractor. The possibilities are endless; it’s your canvas to create a masterpiece for the homeowner. Most homeowners are pretty savvy and most have done their research when it comes to a big-ticket job like a basement remodel. While others may lean more on you for design guidance. Keep these five lessons in mind as you prepare for any basement remodeling project and you’ll have happy clients.

Topics: Pneumatic Nailers, Scrail Fasteners

Attention all weekend woodworking warriors: has your wife just pinned an “easy” DIY outdoor furniture project? You know the one, it won’t take long (wink wink) and will look like a piece from a designer magazine when you finish. Thank you Pinterest for all those great ideas. And you can thank us for helping you achieve that designer look with more efficiency, beauty and stability.

Regardless if you are going to try your hand at making your own furniture or if you are a seasoned veteran crafting outdoor furniture for others, you can benefit from the Mini-SCRAIL^® fasteners.

Topics: Construction Fasteners, Scrail Fasteners

It’s that time of year again. Deck build overload. The time when it seems like requests for new decks or deck re-builds are coming out of the woodwork (pun intended). And while the extra work is always welcome, it can become overwhelming trying to keep up. The key to staying above water by finishing as many builds as possible is to create beautiful decks that the customer is looking for faster. Faster in some cases is not always better, but it is when it refers to new deck builds that are constructed using the highest quality materials. To help you do just that, here are 10 do’s and don’ts for a successful deck build that will have your customers recommending you all over town.

Topics: Deck Fasteners, Scrail Fasteners

Today’s decks looks absolutely nothing like the decks that we remember when we were kids. Back then, they were basic structures with little to know interest; just a simple rectangle or square area that you used for your picnic table and grill. And there was nothing wrong with those simplistic decks. In fact, they were the place where many families spent their summers and created some pretty special memories. Decks have come a long way over the years. No longer are contractors building the traditional 8x20 wood deck. Now they are designing decks with custom lighting, outdoor kitchens, some even have multi-levels with built-in fire pits. Decking materials have changed through the years too. While wood is still popular, many customers are leaning toward composite decks which require less maintenance, offer multiple color options, and have a smoother finish.

Topics: Deck Fasteners, Scrail Fasteners