Nails

construction · fasteners · tools · metal

Sharp pointy design. A nail has a sharp point on one end that lets it push through wood easily, and a flat head on the other end that you hit with a hammer to drive it in.

Building's best friend. Nails are one of the most important tools in construction and woodworking because they quickly and strongly hold pieces of wood, metal, and other materials together.

Many shapes and sizes. There are dozens of different types of nails for different jobs, like wire nails for general building, tiny brads for delicate work, spikes for heavy-duty jobs, and decorative nails just for looks.

More than fasteners. Nails aren't just for holding things together, they can also be used as pegs to hang pictures and objects on walls.

Ancient and simple. The basic design of a nail with a point and head has been used for thousands of years because it's so effective and easy to make.