Showdown! Structural Screws VS Ringshank Nails #framing #carpentry #construction #testing

What happens here

This DIY project demonstrates a shear strength test comparing structural screws and ring shank nails. Two identical wooden test fixtures are constructed, each using a different fastener type to secure a horizontal wood block between two vertical pieces. A hydraulic bottle jack is then used to apply upward force until the fasteners fail, revealing which type offers superior shear resistance under shear stress.