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Fixings

Unit 114: Prepare and use carpentry and joinery portable power tools

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AimIntroduce learners to fixings.

Objectives

• Identify at least three types of fixings.

• State at least two surfaces that receive fixings.

• Identify at least two fixing aids for a range of fixings.

• Identify and select at least three fixings and aids for given scenarios.

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Types of fixingsMain categories are:

• screws

• nails

• nuts and bolts.

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ScrewsScrews come in many types, shapes and sizes to suit many materials.

The categories are:

• countersunk

• dome head

• coated

• dry wall.

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Screws continued

Countersunk

Dome headImages courtesy of www.screwfix.com. Reproduced with permission.

Coated

Drywall

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Screw headsThere are three main types.

Pozi Slotted Phillips

Images courtesy of www.screwfix.com. Reproduced with permission.

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SurfacesWe can now secure fixings into almost any construction material.

The main surfaces/materials that receive fixings are:

• masonry: bricks, blocks, stone and concrete

• timber: softwood and hardwood

• manufactured boards: MDF, plywood and chipboard

• drywall: plasterboard.

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Fixing aidsThere are many fixing aids used to help secure fixings to a surface. Some are shown below.

Images courtesy of www.screwfix.com. Reproduced with permission.

Rawl plugs

Flat washer

Screw caps

Snap caps

Drywall anchor

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