on 7/11/2009 10:57 AM (ET) sluggo wrote the following:
I'm rebuilding my exterior stairs, and will be joining treated 2x
lumber. Should I use screws or nails to join the stringers to the
supports? How about for attaching the treads?

thanks

I prefer screws for all outside construction. They hold better than nails.

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Bill
In Hamptonburgh, NY
In the original Orange County. Est. 1683
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