{"title":"Bolts, Nuts \u0026 Washers","description":"\u003cp\u003eAssemble and reinforce wooden structures, furniture, hardware, and repair components with the Bolts, Nuts \u0026amp; Washers collection at FixTimber. Explore carriage bolts, hex bolts, lag bolts, connector bolts, threaded rods, lock nuts, standard nuts, flat washers, fender washers, and related hardware for suitable indoor and outdoor projects. These components can create removable or through-bolted connections where screws or nails may not match the application.\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003eBolts, nuts, and washers differ in diameter, thread pitch, length, head style, strength grade, metal type, coating, and corrosion resistance. Flat washers can distribute clamping pressure over a broader area, while lock nuts and other retention methods may help resist loosening in specified applications. Correct sizing is important because metric and inch threads are not interchangeable, and mismatched thread pitch can damage both components.\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003eConfirm that each part has a compatible diameter, thread standard, material, and strength classification. Use properly sized tools and tighten hardware to the manufacturer’s instructions without crushing the wood or stripping the threads. Through-bolted connections may require suitable hole placement, edge distance, and reinforcement to avoid splitting. Outdoor, coastal, and treated-lumber environments may require compatible corrosion-resistant materials. Load-bearing connections involving posts, beams, decks, railings, or structural hardware should follow applicable plans and building requirements.\u003c\/p\u003e","products":[],"url":"https:\/\/fixtimber.us\/collections\/bolts-nuts-washers.oembed","provider":"FixTimber","version":"1.0","type":"link"}