Overwhelmed with fastener options for your DIY projects? Learn about screw anatomy, types and materials to help you pick the best screw for your job.

Have you ever wondered why a nail works so well in wood? It’s not the nail that’s doing all the work–it’s the wood. Because wood is resilient, it grips the nail, not the other way around. The trouble ...

It doesn't take an earthquake to bring a gallery of family photos, a collection of heirloom dishes or a mirror crashing to the ground. Often damage to such objects results from the wrong type or ...

Require less depth, lateral movement in female clip half, the clips are interchangeable within the range, install into various materials, ideal for drywall paneling ...

It happens all too often: A nail or screw hits a plumbing or electrical component in a wall. With the advent of pneumatic siding, framing nailers and self-feeding drywall screw guns, the number of ...

As a writer for Forbes Home since 2021, Emily specializes in writing about home warranties, solar installations, car transportation and moving companies. With a background in journalism and experience ...