Ship lap fixings

[dibsdiy]

A very simple question but can someone tell me what is the best to use for fixing shiplap onto a shed? Would screws be better than nails? What size type would be best? Many thanks for any help. Dee

 

[big-all]

i used no8x1 1/2--1/34"[4mmx40-45mm]
one only per plank bottom 1/3-1/4
http://s21.photobucket.com/user/bigall2005/media/e1e47346.pbw.html?sort=3&o=15

 

[dibsdiy]

Goodness, that was quick. I had a look at the video, if that shed is yours with all the goodies, it makes my little battery drill look a bit silly. Not sure what you mean by one only per plant bottom though. The laps are going to be about 8' long. Thank you, Dee

 

[big-all]

your shiplap will be ex 5 " [108mm coverage] or 6"[131mm coverage]
where ever you planks meet a supporting timber about every 400-600mm you have 1 screw in the bottom that both supports the bottom off that plank but the top off the other plank wood expands and contracts iff its "pinched " by 2 fastening it can split as it shrinks
yes that is my shed with far more tools 10 years on

 

[dibsdiy]

Thank you very much for the information, I understand what you mean now. I have a lot of work to do now. Very impressed with your shed. Thank you again, Dee