Fixings & Connectors

About Fixings & Connectors

Our range of timber fixings and connectors provides practical, reliable solutions for carpentry, joinery, timber framing, decking, fencing, roofing and general construction projects. Whether you're a professional builder, carpenter, joiner or DIY enthusiast, choosing the correct fixings is essential for creating secure, durable and long-lasting connections between timber components and other building materials.

Choose from a selection of wood screws, nails, joist hangers, metal brackets and specialist timber connectors designed for different construction and installation requirements. Our range includes fixings suitable for assembling timber structures, securing sheet materials, supporting floor joists, installing decking and constructing fences, garden buildings and other wooden structures.

Wood screws are among the most versatile timber fixings, offering a strong mechanical connection for a wide variety of applications. Different screw lengths, diameters, head styles and thread designs are available to suit different timber sections and installation requirements. Selecting the appropriate screw helps achieve a secure fixing while reducing the risk of splitting, particularly when working close to board ends or edges.

Our range of nails and timber fasteners provides practical fixing solutions for timber framing, fencing, cladding, roofing and general carpentry. Depending on the application, different nail types may be required, including smooth shank, ring shank and galvanised nails. Annular ring-shank nails offer improved withdrawal resistance compared with conventional smooth nails, making them a popular choice for applications such as timber cladding and fencing.

Joist hangers and structural timber connectors are designed to provide secure connections between load-bearing timber members when correctly specified and installed. Commonly used in floor construction, timber framing, roof structures and other building applications, these metal connectors help transfer loads between supporting components. Selecting the correct hanger dimensions, load capacity and compatible fixings is particularly important for structural applications.

Metal brackets, plates and other timber connectors offer additional fixing options for joining, reinforcing and supporting timber components. These products are commonly used in garden structures, sheds, workshops, decking subframes and general building projects. Different connector designs are suited to different loading conditions and installation arrangements, so the correct product should always be selected for the intended purpose.

For outdoor construction, corrosion resistance is an important consideration. Pressure-treated timber, moisture exposure and environmental conditions can influence the type of fixing required. Hot-dip galvanised or stainless steel fixings are commonly used for external timber applications, depending on the treatment specification and exposure conditions. Using unsuitable fixings can lead to premature corrosion, staining and reduced connection performance.

Correct installation is equally important when working with timber fixings and connectors. Appropriate fixing lengths, edge distances, spacing and installation methods help ensure reliable performance. Structural connectors should be installed using the manufacturer's specified fixings and fixing-hole requirements, rather than substituting ordinary nails or screws without confirmation of suitability.

At Simply Timber, we offer a growing range of wood screws, timber nails, joist hangers, construction brackets and metal connectors to complement our structural timber, sheet materials, decking, cladding and fencing products. Our nationwide supplier network enables us to arrange delivery throughout England, subject to product availability and delivery requirements, helping both professional tradespeople and DIY customers source the materials needed for projects of different sizes.

Product dimensions, fixing specifications, corrosion protection, load ratings and compatibility may vary between manufacturers and suppliers. Always ensure that fixings and connectors are suitable for the timber species, preservative treatment, installation environment and intended loading requirements. For structural applications, follow the manufacturer's technical specifications and relevant building requirements. If you need assistance selecting compatible timber fixings or connectors, please contact us before ordering.