Hardened carbon steel masonry nails with a fixed washer head for a secure grip on masonry. Zinc plated for internal use. Sharp 35° point makes driving easier. Available in 30mm, 40mm and 50mm lengths.
Size
Price
QTY
30 x 3.50mm
£4.39£5.27
40 x 3.50mm
£4.86£5.83
50 x 3.50mm
£5.36£6.43
The zinc fixed washer masonry nail is a hardened carbon steel nail designed for fixing timber, brackets, cable clips and other materials directly into masonry and concrete. The fixed washer head increases the clamping area against the workpiece, spreading load and reducing the chance of pull-through — useful anywhere you need a firm, positive hold without drilling and plugging. If you have ever tried to fix a batten to a block wall at pace, you will know a good masonry nail earns its keep.
These nails are bright zinc plated, which gives adequate corrosion resistance for internal applications. They are not intended for use outdoors or in wet and exposed conditions, but for internal first-fix work, service runs, and general site fixing they do the job cleanly and quickly.
What Sets the Fixed Washer Masonry Nail Apart
The 35-degree sharp point is a practical detail worth mentioning. It cuts into mortar joints and block faces cleanly rather than wandering on contact, which makes hammer driving more predictable. Masonry nails with blunt or shallow points have a habit of skipping sideways at the worst possible moment, and nobody wants to be chasing a nail across a newly plastered wall. The hardened carbon steel shank resists bending during driving, even when you catch a particularly stubborn aggregate.
The fixed washer sits permanently on the shank, so there is no fumbling around with loose washers on site. Small detail, genuinely useful when you are holding a batten in one hand and a hammer in the other.
Available in Three Lengths
These zinc fixed washer masonry nails come in 30mm, 40mm and 50mm, all at 3.50mm diameter. The 30mm suits thinner materials and shallow fixes into block. The 40mm is the most commonly reached-for size for general batten and bracket work. The 50mm gives deeper penetration into harder substrates where extra holding strength is needed. All three are available in boxes of 100 or 200, so you can pick up what you need for the job without overstocking.
Pro Tip: Always drive masonry nails into the block face rather than mortar joints where possible, as the block itself gives far better holding strength and reduces the risk of the nail working loose over time.
Fixed washer masonry nails are used across general construction and first-fix work where a quick, secure fixing into masonry or concrete is needed. Typical jobs include fixing timber battens to block walls, securing cable conduit and trunking clips, attaching skirting board grounds, fixing insulation retaining strips, and fastening lightweight brackets to brick or dense concrete block. They are common on new-build sites and renovation projects where speed matters and the substrate is solid enough for nail driving.
Best For
Fixing timber battens to masonry
Securing cable conduit and trunking
Attaching brackets to brick or block
Skirting board grounds and insulation strips
General first-fix site work
Compatible Surfaces
Concrete block
Brick
Dense aggregate block
Mortar joints (with reduced holding strength)
Internal masonry substrates
Key Specifications
Material: hardened carbon steel
Finish: bright zinc plated
Head type: fixed washer
Point angle: 35 degrees
Diameter: 3.50mm
Available lengths: 30mm, 40mm, 50mm
Not suitable for: Not suitable for external or exposed conditions where moisture is present, as the zinc plating is intended for internal use only. Not recommended for use in soft or crumbling masonry where nail holding strength would be insufficient.
No pre-drilling is required. Position the nail against the masonry surface at the desired fixing point and strike firmly with a club hammer or a hammer with appropriate weight. The 35-degree point helps the nail bite on contact, but it is worth starting with a controlled tap to locate it before driving fully home. Keep the nail perpendicular to the surface to avoid bending the shank.
For harder substrates such as engineering brick or dense concrete, use a heavier hammer and expect more resistance. If a nail bends during driving, do not attempt to straighten and reuse it. Use a new nail. Trying to redrive a bent masonry nail rarely ends well and almost always ends embarrassingly.
Mark the fixing position on the masonry surface clearly before starting
Hold the nail perpendicular to the surface with the washer flat against the material being fixed
Give the nail a firm starter tap to locate the point into the masonry
Drive the nail home with steady, controlled hammer blows
Check the washer is seated flat and the fixed material is held firmly against the wall
If the nail bends or the masonry crumbles, remove it and select a better fixing point
Can these masonry nails be used in external applications?
No. These nails are bright zinc plated, which is suitable for dry internal conditions only. For external or wet environments you would need stainless steel or hot-dipped galvanised nails with a higher level of corrosion protection.
Do I need to pre-drill before driving these nails?
No pre-drilling is needed. The hardened steel shank and 35-degree sharp point are designed to be driven directly into masonry or concrete with a hammer. Pre-drilling is not required and would not typically improve the fixing.
Which length should I choose for fixing timber battens to a block wall?
The 40mm length covers most standard batten fixing work. If you are fixing through thicker material or need deeper penetration into harder block, the 50mm is the better choice. The 30mm suits thinner materials or shallower fixes where a shorter nail is less likely to split or shift the workpiece.
These masonry nails are manufactured from hardened carbon steel, giving the shank sufficient hardness to resist bending and deformation when driven into concrete or brick. The bright zinc plating provides a thin layer of corrosion protection appropriate for dry internal environments. The fixed washer is integral to the nail and cannot be removed, ensuring consistent clamping performance on every fix. The 3.50mm shank diameter provides a balance of penetration ease and holding strength across the available lengths.
Material
Hardened carbon steel
Finish
Bright zinc plated
Head type
Fixed washer
Point angle
35 degrees
Shank diameter
3.50mm
Available lengths
30mm, 40mm, 50mm
Box quantities
100, 200
Application
Internal masonry fixing
Size
30 x 3.50mm, 40 x 3.50mm, 50 x 3.50mm
Box Quantity
100, 200
Pack Type
Box
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