Long clout nails though rigid insulation boards

What nails do you use for insulation?

Secure Dow insulation boards using 1 3/4″ ring shank nails or staples with a 1” diameter plastic cap or equivalent fastener long enough to penetrate framing a minimum of ¾”. Nails or staples should not be over-driven.

What is a cap nail?

Cap nails are used to attach roofing felt, house wrap, tar paper and insulation foam board. Unlike galvanized nails, a cap nail has a steel shank and a large polyethylene cap to prevent leaks.

What do you use plastic cap nails for?

Manufactured for quick and easy installation, electro-galvanized plastic cap roofing nails are ideal for fastening roofing felt, house wrap, sheathing, underlayment, and more. The ringed shank and wide round head on this nail provide superior holding power for reliable installation.

What type of nails are used for flashing?

Copper Ring Shank Slating & Flashing Nails



These solid copper nails are the type recommended for use with many major brands of tile and slate roofing – and are the most compatible nails for use with copper flashing. The full 3/8” head gives good bearing pressure on roofing and flashing material.

Can you hammer cap nails?

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Quote from Youtube video: Or the ch-38a. The ch38-2 loads the caps from the back and 168 per reel and 168 shots between reloads to advance the cap you simply pull the trigger. And then strike. It.

Are cap nails waterproof?

Because most synthetic roofing underlayment must be installed with cap nails or staples, and because these underlayments do not seal around the fasteners, they are typically considered water resistant, not truly waterproof.

What do you attach flashing with?

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Quote from Youtube video: Place the first step flashing strip over the end of the starter course shingle and secure. The step flashing to the roof with 2 nails.

What kind of nails should I use for drip edge?

The drip edge is nailed in place using 1-1/2 galvanized roofing nails. A felt-tip marker works great for marking cuts. And, again, prying open the end with a small flat bar allows the pieces to overlap cleanly.

Can you use galvanized nails with aluminum flashing?

Nail manufacturers recommend that you go with aluminum or stainless steel fasteners when you’re using either of these woods—and whenever you’re using pressure-treated wood. (The preservatives incorporate salts that react with the zinc.) Also, never use galvanized nails with copper flashing.

Can you use regular staples with Tyvek?

All staples should be sealed with DuPont^™ Tyvek^® Tape when the DuPont^™ Tyvek^® WRB is being installed for air barrier and high performance applications.

Can I use staples for house wrap?

Tyvek says you can use 4 staples per 9 feet of house wrap if you tape over them an apply the siding right away. But a cap stapler is better. Apply house wrap up the gables before installing exterior trim, even if the attic is not conditioned.

What is a stinger cap stapler?

STINGER® CS150 CAP STAPLER – Discontinued April 2018



The CS150 is a pneumatic cap stapler that has been a workhorse in the STINGER family of products. Roofers love this tool because of its awesome performance securing underlayment, roofing felt, foamboard and housewrap.

How do you use a Stinger stapler?

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Quote from Youtube video: With the trigger depressed insert the lead cap under the staples. And feed the caps through until they stop and then release the trigger. Move the cap reel to the basket. And close the cover pinching.

What is a button cap stapler?

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Quote from Youtube video: They get their name from the way they shoot metal fasteners through plastic caps. They're perfect for holding on building rap and roof underlay and I want to show you how they work.

What staples to use for house wraps?

Today, most house wrap manufacturers require their product to be installed with cap nails or cap staples. This change definitely slows down the process, but on the upside, capped fasteners hold house wrap to the wall up to 25 times better than staples.

How much is a cap stapler?

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