The Deck Professor

Lessons / Materials and fasteners

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Fasteners that match the treatment

Pick screws and hangers that survive treated wood
Fasteners
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Plain zinc plated screws in treated joists.

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Use hot dipped galvanized or stainless fasteners, or whatever the treatment maker names.

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