Previously we've highlighted a guide to screws, this guide to bolts and fasteners will round out your DIY knowledge. Know the difference between a sex bolt, a mating screw, and a shoulder bolt? No? Read on to find out.
Commercial web site Bolt Depot wants to be sure you're buying the right fasteners for the job. They have a detailed interactive and downloadable (PDF) guide to fastener categories, head styles, driver types, and more. When you're done reading over it you'll know when to use use a lag bolt, why you'd want a slotted hex head, and what kind of nut you want to slap on the back.
Visit the link below to read their interactive online guide or download the PDF for offline viewing.
Fastener Guide [Bolt Depot via Make]
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