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Questions and Answers for 8 in. Composite Shim (Bundle of 12)

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Model #SHM1-12-TW

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8 in. Composite Shim (Bundle of 12)
(109)Questions & Answers (38)
  • Can easily withstand up to 16,000 lbs. of pressure
  • Shims are weather resistant and impervious moisture
  • No additional cutting or trimmer is required
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Q:Good for decks
by|Jul 13, 2019
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A:  Yes i’ve used these to shim boards and joists

by|Sep 2, 2019
1 found this answer helpful

A:  I think so

by|Sep 2, 2019
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Q:how thick are they
by|Jun 14, 2019
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A:  1/4” down to about 1/16”

by|Nov 23, 2020
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A:  I think they are about 3/16" on the thick side.

by|Jul 26, 2019
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Q:What is the thickness? NOT the width. In other words, when laid flat on the ground like they are in the picture, how high does the highest point of the shim stand above the ground? It CANT be 2.25".
by|Nov 16, 2018
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A:  about 1/4 inch

by|Oct 4, 2020
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A:  Thickness is from 3/64” to 9/32”. Less precisely, 1/16” to 1/4”

by|Jan 18, 2021
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Q:Are composite shims fire rated?
by|Aug 4, 2018
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A:  I do not think so

by|Jun 15, 2019

A:  Not sure but they will melt when exposed to high heat.

by|May 5, 2023
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Q:thickness of a composite shim
by|Jul 19, 2018
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A:  on the thick side about 1/4 inch, on the thin side about 1/32 inch.

by|Jul 14, 2020

A:  The thickness for this composite shim is 2.25".

by|Dec 28, 2018
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    Q:How thick are they
    by|Jun 30, 2018
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    A:  about 1/4" X 1/16"

    by|Oct 29, 2019
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    A:  The shim is 2.25 inches thick.

    by|Apr 15, 2024
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      Q:When shimming a pre hung exterior door, can these shims be screwed into without splitting?
      by|Apr 16, 2018
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      A:  Yes! I can never go back to the old shims. I've never had any split but maybe they can if you just keep hitting it with an impact. I've installed 8 doors in the last 2 months with these with no issues

      by|Mar 13, 2019
      1 found this answer helpful

      A:  Yes but frankly I usually predrill to be safe.

      by|Jun 15, 2019
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      Q:Can you use these to level a cast iron bath tub?
      by|Dec 14, 2017
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      A:  yes I have actually used them for that exact purpose. I have also used the round rubber furniture leg pads to keep the legs from sliding and protect the floor and they often level up the tub if it is only out of level by a 1/16th or so.

      by|Jul 15, 2019

      A:  Generally I like to use metal shims. Between the weight of the tub, water and people in them, there is a lot of weight on the feet. I use the flat galvanized hurricane plates to shim.

      by|Mar 13, 2019
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      A:  Yes, these shims have very high compressive strength. And will not rot.

      by|May 5, 2023
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      Q:Can I use it to level sill plates on foundation ?
      by|Sep 6, 2017
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      A:  I never have but I would think so but I would think so.

      by|Jan 11, 2019
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      Q:Do you think these would work on the little space between fence post and concrete?
      by|Jun 7, 2017
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      A:  Yes

      by|May 4, 2023

      A:  I think they would.

      by|Jun 15, 2019
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