This article uses material from the Wikipedia article "Acorn nut", which is released under the Creative Commons Attribution-Share-Alike License 3.0.
\nAn acorn nut, also referred to as crown hex nut, blind nut, cap nut, domed cap nut, or dome nut (UK), is a nut that has a domed end on one side. When used together with a threaded fastener with an external male thread, the domed end encloses the external thread, either to protect the thread or to protect nearby objects from contact with the thread. In addition, the dome gives a more finished appearance.
\nAcorn nuts are usually made of brass, steel, stainless steel (low carbon content) or nylon. They can also be chrome plated and given a mirror finish.
\nThere are two types of acorn nuts. One is low, or the standard acorn nut. The other is the high acorn nut. The high acorn nut is wider and higher and will protect extra long studs. There are also self-locking acorn nuts that have distorted threads in the hex area to create a tight friction fit to prevent the nut from vibrating loose.
\nThere are standards governing the manufacture of acorn nuts. One is Society of Automotive Engineers (SAE) Standard J483, High and Low Crown (Blind, Acorn) Hex Nuts. Another is Deutsches Institut für Normung (DIN) 1587, Hexagon Domed Cap Nuts.
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\nA nut is a type of fastener with a threaded hole. Nuts are almost always used in conjunction with a mating bolt to fasten multiple parts together. The two partners are kept together by a combination of their threads' friction (with slight elastic deformation), a slight stretching of the bolt, and compression of the parts to be held together.
\nIn applications where vibration or rotation may work a nut loose, various locking mechanisms may be employed: lock washers, jam nuts, specialist adhesive thread-locking fluid such as Loctite, safety pins (split pins) or lockwire in conjunction with castellated nuts, nylon inserts (nyloc nut), or slightly oval-shaped threads.
\nSquare nuts, as well as bolt heads, were the first shape made and used to be the most common largely because they were much easier to manufacture, especially by hand. While rare today[when?] due to the reasons stated below for the preference of hexagonal nuts, they are occasionally used in some situations when a maximum amount of torque and grip is needed for a given size: the greater length of each side allows a spanner to be applied with a larger surface area and more leverage at the nut.
\nThe most common shape today is hexagonal, for similar reasons as the bolt head: six sides give a good granularity of angles for a tool to approach from (good in tight spots), but more (and smaller) corners would be vulnerable to being rounded off. It takes only one sixth of a rotation to obtain the next side of the hexagon and grip is optimal. However, polygons with more than six sides do not give the requisite grip and polygons with fewer than six sides take more time to be given a complete rotation. Other specialized shapes exist for certain needs, such as wingnuts for finger adjustment and captive nuts (e.g. cage nuts) for inaccessible areas.
\nA wide variety of nuts exists, from household hardware versions to specialized industry-specific designs that are engineered to meet various technical standards. Fasteners used in automotive, engineering, and industrial applications usually need to be tightened to a specific torque setting, using a torque wrench. Nuts are graded with strength ratings compatible with their respective bolts; for example, an ISO property class 10 nut will be able to support the bolt proof strength load of an ISO property class 10.9 bolt without stripping. Likewise, an SAE class 5 nut can support the proof load of an SAE class 5 bolt, and so on.
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\nTake a look around, a fresh coat of paint may be a quick and easy fix for lackluster walls. However, the latest design trends are pulling out all the stops with an elegant, yet comforting approach to your living spaces. For award-winning home builder Stephen Ellis of MGB Fine Custom Homes in Sarasota, Florida, the buzzword is "shiplap." And according to Ellis, "Adding a shiplap cypress wall can create a beautiful backdrop and focal point in any room."In my experience building luxury homes, owners are increasingly asking for horizontal shiplap paneling with a nickel-sized gap between the boards. And when it comes to selecting which wood to use, I typically recommend cypress, because with its rich texture and grain pattern, it offers one of the most elegant looks."Remember, it’s all in the details. So, take note of what the experts like when it comes to selecting a finish for interior cypress woodwork."
\n"Some homeowners choose to be bold with paint, while others prefer the subtlety of stain," Payne Donatelli says. "Because cypress accepts stains so swell, in my projects I tend to suggest using a mix of light and dark stains. In that way, you highlight cypress’ honey-like hues, plus introduce some complementary color. It’s an approach that can really enhance a space." Ellis agrees and adds, "I like that cypress can take on so many different tones, but my preference is to apply a wax finish over the wood, and let cypress’ natural beauty shine through."
"},"date":1610798400000,"introduction":"Whether talking new construction or refreshing an existing space, if you’re looking to transform that \"roof over your head\" into a warm and flourishing home, the experts say it’s all in the details.","image":{"type":"resource","id":"08c54125-6a44-43db-b5b5-e0e26f13ad40","path":"/channel-templates/referencespa/articles/home-transition.png","name":"home-transition.png","namespace":"xm","contentType":"image","mimeType":"image/png","lastModified":1602703035193,"size":1456818,"height":846,"width":1280,"links":{"self":{"href":"https://developers.bloomreach.io/delivery/site/v2/images/08c54125-6a44-43db-b5b5-e0e26f13ad40"},"resource":{"href":"https://developers.bloomreach.io/delivery/resources/content/gallery/channel-templates/referencespa/articles/home-transition.png"}},"fields":{}},"title":"Making the Transition from House to Home"}},{"id":"6ec79764-29c1-4cff-8e45-1033bbf05fc3","path":"/brxm-development/content/articles/the-nuts-and-bolts-of-fastening","name":"The Nuts And Bolts Of Fastening","locale":"en_US","namespace":"referencespa","contentType":"content","lastModified":1602703134580,"links":{"self":{"href":"https://developers.bloomreach.io/delivery/site/v2/documents/6ec79764-29c1-4cff-8e45-1033bbf05fc3"}},"translations":[],"fields":{"content":{"value":"Fasteners like nails, screws and nuts and bolts are a fundamental and essential part of the construction process irrespective of whether the project involved is a minor home DIY task or a large-scale professional undertaking. One of the functions of fasteners is to hold two surfaces together in a firm and lasting manner although fastening with hardware like nuts and bolts is not the only way to accomplish this. Objects can also be affixed by means of welding joins, glue and cement, for instance, depending on the circumstances involved.
\nA bolt is basically a screw with a blunt end instead of a sharp one. Both of these types of fastener have a 'thread' which is essentially a raised ridge winding in a spiral around the shank of the bolt or screw. The main difference between them, however, is the fact that a bolt is invariably accompanied by a nut to function effectively. The nut typically also has a thread which allows it to be twisted onto the bolt so that the two adjacent surfaces that require joining are squeezed between the nut and the bolt head and thus held together.
\nHowever, even though nuts and bolts stay together through a combination of interlocking threads and torque it is possible for grip of the pair to loosen over time even though the nut was originally properly tightened. Fortunately, it is possible to remedy this by using smooth metal discs called 'washers'. Washers provide a smooth surface for the nut or bolt head to grip and can help to distribute pressure evenly.
\nWith regards to the design of nuts and bolts, there is a type of nut in existence known as the 'wingnut' which literally has a wing on either side that resemble tiny Mickey Mouse ears. The purpose of these 'ears' is to allow the nut to be tightened using the fingers and are very useful in instances where they may need to be loosened again on occasion. Then there is the 'acorn nut' which was obviously designed by someone with a sense of humor. This aptly named gizmo has a dome on the one end that covers the end of the bolt and is used for decorative purposes, among other reasons. The 'coupling nut', on the other hand, is open on both ends, as many fastening nuts are, but it is much longer than normal and is used to join the threaded ends of two sections of rod together.
\nOn the subject of bolt heads, there is the 'hex' bolt which is instantly recognizable by its hexagonal shape and the 'coach' bolt which are both common styles of bolt head. Some bolts do not have a head as such because the shank is curved or angled to form two ends which may or may not be threaded to take nuts, depending on the design. These curved bolts are typically named after the letter of the alphabet they resemble such as 'U' or 'J'.
\nIn conclusion, there are numerous other types of nuts and bolts in existence but they are too many and varied to describe here suffice it to say that these kinds of fasteners are very handy indeed.
\nFor more information about nuts and bolts visit the website www.eurekadiy.ie.
\nArticle Source: https://EzineArticles.com/expert/Petro_Solt/852757
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\n\n Additionally, 69 percent of female respondents admit to having “a laundry list” of projects they’d like their spouse or significant other to take on around the house in the new year. Therefore, it’s safe to say that buying a new tool will hit the nail on the head.\n With that in mind, and armed with the study’s results showing that 56 percent of men actually prefer to receive functional gifts like tools, and 67 percent of women prefer to give them, here’s a list of Craftsman tools that are “Guys’ Favorites Guaranteed” this holiday season:\n
\nIt is the ultimate DIY playground where clinics and demos are hosted by organizations that share their expert skills and talents in lawn and garden care as well as auto repair, woodworking and garage storage — all streamed live over the Internet.
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