Best building materials

[zyskatr 0]

Im new to building enclosures and would like to know the correct type/brand of screws and glue that i should be using. Thanks for the help!

[S.DeYoung 967]

I like to use SPAX wood to wood screws. Titebond wood glue. I use number 3 but 1 and 2 work great also. They are found at any Home Depot or Lowes.

[zyskatr 0]

thanks!

[The enD 467]

Screws are not enough, you'll need clamps too.

[zyskatr 0]

ya i bought two huge ones already. ive built one box before and cant see how i wouldve done it without clamps. lol

[The enD 467]

You can build one without clamps, but the thing is the glue need more pressure which screws just can't provide.

[edouble101 314]

Titebond for sure. I like to use 2" or 2 1/2" deck screws. Don't forget to pre drill your holes.

[Duran 387]

The screws are there to hold the glue joint while it dries, good glue is important. Any glue designed for wood will work well.

[zyskatr 0]

ok. thanks for all the advice! its appreciated

[RAM_Designs 25]

Pre-drill and use 1.625"(1 5/8") long coarse thread drywall screws. And you don't need clamps. I've never used them and have never has any issues whatsoever. Screws can seriously suck a joint tight together, so clamping and screwing is seriously overkill. The only time I clamp is if I'm using brad nails or nothing at all.

As far as glue goes, I personally like to use industrial grade sub-floor adhesive.

Edited April 24, 2011 by RAM_Designs

[xiihustleix 6]

titebond and spax FTW