Collection: Forgefix

Forgefix offers a comprehensive range of fixing and fastening solutions suitable for a variety of applications in the construction industry. Understanding the practical uses and how to select the appropriate product for specific needs is key to utilising these items effectively.

Screws and Nails

Drywall Screws

Forgefix provides Zinc Plated and Black Phosphate Drywall Screws in various sizes. These screws are perfect for attaching drywall to wood or metal studs, offering a quick and reliable solution for interior wall construction.

Roofing and Cladding Screws

Self-Drilling Roofing/Cladding Screws are designed for securing roofing sheets and cladding to metal frames. The self-drilling tip simplifies the installation process by eliminating the need for pre-drilling.

Specialty Screws

The Anti-Split & Fast Start Woodscrews and Elite Performance Self Drilling/Low Torque Decking Screws are engineered for specific tasks like decking or woodworking, providing enhanced performance and durability.

Square Twist Nails

These are typically used in construction for a stronger hold due to their twisted shank, ideal for joist hangers and connectors.

Joist Hangers and Straps

Galvanised Joist Hangers

Available in light, standard, medium, and heavy-duty options, these hangers provide structural support for floors and ceilings by anchoring joists securely.

Restraint Straps

Light and Heavy Duty Galvanised Restraint Straps are used to provide horizontal restraint of roof trusses, rafters, and joists tied into masonry walls.

Truss Clips and Multi Truss Hangers

These are designed to secure trusses and rafters to walls and joists, ensuring structural integrity and safety.

Plates and Ties

Splice Plates and Hand Nail Plates

These galvanised options are typically used for timber splicing or reinforcement, ensuring stability and strength in wooden structures.

Frame Ties and Wall Ties

These are essential in masonry to provide stability and support, connecting two leaves of a cavity wall or securing masonry to framing.

Brackets and Braces

Angle, T&L, and Adjustable Brackets

Forgefix offers a range of brackets including Angle, T&L, and Adjustable ones to support and strengthen corners and connections in woodwork or metalwork.

Flat Connector Plates

Used for connecting timber pieces flat against each other, these plates provide reinforcement in timber constructions.

Miscellaneous

Cable Ties and Loft Solutions

Forgefix also provides Black Cable Ties for bundling and securing cables and Loft Legs and Ledges to optimise loft storage while protecting insulation.

Conclusion

When selecting products from the Forgefix range, consider the material, size, and specific requirements of your project. Ensure the product is suited for the environmental conditions and load requirements of your application. Always prioritise safety and compliance with building codes and regulations.