You can fasten wood to concrete using 3 different methods depending on your preference.
How to secure wood to concrete wall.
Attaching wood to cmu concrete masonry unit is possible using several procedures.
Keep in mind that they are not removable.
Firmly press the wood to the concrete.
Choose a length that will penetrate the concrete at least 1 inch.
Determine how much stress the fastener needs to resist for the connection between the concrete block and the wood.
The fastest and easiest way to attach most wood parts to concrete is to use a powder actuated gun.
One way to attach wood to concrete is to use mortar nails.
Mortar nails are the cheapest option for attaching wood to concrete but there is a trick to get these nails to work.
First drill the proper size pilot hole 3 8 in 1 2 in etc through the wood or metal and into the concrete.
Be sure to wear safety goggles when hammering masonry nails into concrete.
If the wood is on a floor place some heavy weights on top to maintain pressure.
Hold the object you re fastening firmly against the wall because the anchor will draw it only slightly tighter as you tighten the screw or nut.
Other nails have a thick shank that sometimes has spiral ridges for improved holding power.
Connecting wood to concrete can seem intimidating but with the right tools even an amateur craftsman can do it.
Tighten the fastener until it s secure.
Additionally determine if you must make the connection removable or permanent.
To use it load a special gun nail and a 22 caliber gun shell into the barrel.
Press the nose against the workpiece pull the trigger and the shell will drive the fastener directly into the concrete.
This method is only effective when you are attaching wood to concrete blocks or a concrete black wall.
If the wood is on a wall or otherwise not lying flat use clamps.
Some concrete nails are the cut nail design shown in the photo with a thick flat shank and a tapering v profile.