metal connectors and securing hardware for structural elements; namely, joist and furring hangers; beam and purlin hangers; panel hangers; truss hangers; bridging members; reinforcing and framing angles; staircase angles; wall frame braces; knee braces; column and post bases; column and post caps; post cap bases; sheathing strips; sheathing clips; framing clips; roof truss clips; tie straps; tie plates; beam seats; beam levellers; hold-downs; hinge connectors; angles and gussets; ridge rafter connectors; drywall stops; nail stoppers; stud shoes; fence brackets; shelf brackets; nail and nailless bridging post frame connectors; and metal connectors to secure one board to another primarily for use on decks, docks, stairs, benches and lawn furniture