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Stainless steel is 100% recyclable, meaning it can be melted down and repurposed into new products without losing any of its original properties or quality. Stainless steel products can have a long lifespan, meaning they do not need to be replaced as frequently as other materials, resulting in less waste. Stainless steel does not release […]

Clout nails, also known as roofing nails or shingle nails, are common in everyday life even if you do not see them, as they are used in attaching sheet material to wooden frames or sheets. Common ways that clout nails are used is in the fastening of shingle, felt, asphalt, and slate to roofing. They […]

When it comes to different metals, the subject can become confusing. Many alloys have different names or descriptions. So, actually understanding how many metallic elements, different metals, or alloys there are is difficult to simply quantify. First (easiest) things first We’ll start with the easiest bit first and look at the metallic elements. There are […]

Following the hugely successful launch of our exclusive VIP club, and as a thank you to all our loyal customers, we are now offering a fantastic 10% discount for all those customers who sign up online and join our exclusive club. The BS Fixings VIP Club has been created to keep you up to date […]

If you’re the type of creative person who likes to be kept busy and productive, the long hours and days of lockdown can be especially frustrating. Never fear: BS Fixings is here with your new lockdown hobby! Using stainless steel wire to create works of art can be incredibly rewarding and we can quickly supply […]

Connecting existing masonry walls to new ones is a process that is necessary to many different construction projects, such as home extensions, the building of new garden walls and conservatory construction. It is essential that the two walls are properly connected to avoid future issues and this necessitates the usage of a high-quality wall starter […]

There are many different types of screw, each suited to a particular type of application. Due to the fact that the names for different screw types are used interchangeably, there is often confusion as to which type to choose for any given job. Perhaps the most commonly confused types are woodscrews and chipboard screws which, […]

The cavity wall method of construction is widely popular across the UK. But how has the method become so ubiquitous and what are its advantages? Here we look at the history and method of cavity wall construction. Cavity walls are created from two ‘skins’ of masonry, commonly brick or block, which are separated by a […]

With Christmas just around the corner, it’s time to start thinking about gifts. If you want to really show someone how much you care for them, a hand-crafted gift is definitely the best option so get creative and start sculpting! Using stainless steel tying wire to create sculptures is an art form that is growing […]