what is the best way to use cut nails in pine, with grain or cross grain?

Question

nailing a 10in plank floor with cut nails. the nail is supposed to hold the grain better but with the grain or across the grain?

Answer 1

cross grain thats why they call them CUT nails

Answer 2

Cut nails are called cut because of the way their made. A cut nail has for sharp edges and has a wedge shape getting wider towards the top. Because you are using pine which is a soft wood you can nail either way. When nailing towards the end of the board nail with the grain to avoid spliting and nail back from the end about 2" to avoid spliting. If you were nailing hardwood you would nail with the grain.

Answer 3

I don't think you should cut out grain. If your horses are maintaining on what they are getting, I don't think cutting out grain altogether is the answer. You could potentially consider moving them to a lower protein feed, say 12% or 10% if you are really having a 'hot' problem. However, IMHO getting caught in the pasture is usually a training problem. Horses that have to work every time they get caught start avoiding getting caught. You might try catching your horse several times per week, giving her treats, and letting her go. That way she learns that sometimes getting caught is a very nice thing.