Anatomy of A NailAll nails
include a head, shank and point. These design features, together with the type
of coating (if present) determine a nail’s suitability for different uses and
materials. Here’s a rundown of the basic parts of a nail.
Types
of Nail Heads
- Flathead
Nails: The most common type of nail head, flathead nails have a large flat
surface that allows for easy striking and also provides extra holding
power.
- Checkered
Flathead Nails: A crosshatch design is added to the flat head to help
prevent your hammer from slipping while hammering at an angle
- Countersunk
Nails: This nail head features a cone or cupped shape which allows it to
be pushed below the material and “countersunk” out of sight.
Types
of Nail Points
- Diamond
Point Nails: This common type of nail point features a slightly blunted
tip which makes it appropriate for general usage
- Long
Diamond Point Nails: Here the nail point is sharper and elongated which
makes it ideal for drywall and other materials where splitting is not a
concern
- Dull
Point & Blunt Point Nails: Duller than a diamond point, a blunt point
helps prevent your wood from splitting because it breaks through multiple
fibres at once versus chiseling them apart
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