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How to Choose Threaded Rod

How to Choose Threaded Rod

Threaded rod may seem simple at a glance, but selecting the right one takes more than eyeballing a length and calling it good. Between the variety of materials, grades, diameters,...

How to Choose Threaded Rod

05.06.25 • 5 Minute Read

Threaded rod may seem simple at a glance, but selecting the right one takes more than eyeballing a length and calling it good. Between the variety of materials, grades, diameters,...

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What is Threaded Rod? FAQ & More

What is Threaded Rod? FAQ & More

Threaded rod is one of those unsung heroes of construction and fabrication: simple, strong, and endlessly useful. If you've worked on a building site, fabricated a frame, or suspended piping,...

What is Threaded Rod? FAQ & More

05.01.25 • 5 Minute Read

Threaded rod is one of those unsung heroes of construction and fabrication: simple, strong, and endlessly useful. If you've worked on a building site, fabricated a frame, or suspended piping,...

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DIY Outdoor Projects, Plans, and Inspiration

DIY Outdoor Projects, Plans, and Inspiration

Ready to tackle your next outdoor project? With Simpson Strong-Tie® and Fasteners Plus, you’ve got everything you need to build it strong, build it right, and build it beautifully. Below...

DIY Outdoor Projects, Plans, and Inspiration

04.16.25 • 3 Minute Read

Ready to tackle your next outdoor project? With Simpson Strong-Tie® and Fasteners Plus, you’ve got everything you need to build it strong, build it right, and build it beautifully. Below...

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The Best Decorative Hardware for Outdoor Projects

The Best Decorative Hardware for Outdoor Projects

When it comes to building outdoor structures that last, and look great while doing it, Simpson Strong-Tie® stands in a class of its own. Their line of black decorative hardware is...

The Best Decorative Hardware for Outdoor Projects

04.16.25 • 3 Minute Read

When it comes to building outdoor structures that last, and look great while doing it, Simpson Strong-Tie® stands in a class of its own. Their line of black decorative hardware is...

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What are Joist Hangers and More FAQ

What are Joist Hangers and More FAQ

Joist hangers are essential structural connectors used to anchor joists to beams, walls, and ledgers securely. Designed to provide superior load-bearing strength, they help distribute weight evenly and prevent wood...

What are Joist Hangers and More FAQ

02.10.25 • 6 Minute Read

Joist hangers are essential structural connectors used to anchor joists to beams, walls, and ledgers securely. Designed to provide superior load-bearing strength, they help distribute weight evenly and prevent wood...

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Construction Terms for DIYers (or Pros!)

Construction Terms for DIYers (or Pros!)

Whether you're working on a DIY project at home or planning to build something more ambitious, understanding the essential construction terms is crucial for making informed decisions and communicating effectively...

Construction Terms for DIYers (or Pros!)

11.19.24 • 14 Minute Read

Whether you're working on a DIY project at home or planning to build something more ambitious, understanding the essential construction terms is crucial for making informed decisions and communicating effectively...

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