[getmygoat]

Hi all,

I am replacing deck boards and made the mistake of listening to the advice of the guy at Lowes who recommended I use spiral nails to secure the decking. The first one bent while I was hammering it in, only about 1/4 of the way . Not even through to the beam yet.

I cannot get that sucker back out. Have now pulled the head off it. Tried vice grips. No luck there either.

Thinking I'm going to have to cut it off with a dremmel and then pound the remainder deep enough to put some wood puddy over it. Then get some regular nails for this job.

What a PITA. Any insights? (As you might be able to tell, I am not particularly skilled at carpentry tasks).

Thanks!