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On May 21, 11:46 am, Jim Yanik wrote:
"JC" wrote
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A friend was talking to my wife and said "I wouldn't install those
deck boards with a nail gun, I'd use screws instead".
The wife didn't think to ask why not so I will. Why not?
deck boards move due to outdoor moisture and temperature changes and
the nails pop out. Screws will not pop out.

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My screws are slowing backing themselves out. Some move almost 1/4-
inch/year.

Freaky.


Dave


this from someone who won't put their own name to a post.....

It is caused by the rotation of the earth. :-)




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