To apply a rivet, follow these steps: ^{kenenghardware.com}+4 ^{1 2 3 4 5}

1. Choose the appropriate rivet that meets the specifications of your project.
2. Insert the rivet into the nozzle of a rivet gun, ensuring it fits snugly.
3. Confirm adequate alignment by checking that the rivet is parallel to the holes on both sides of the workpieces.
4. Prepare the materials by ensuring they are clean, aligned, and pre-drilled with a hole slightly larger than the rivet diameter.
5. Place the rivet in the hole and use a rivet gun to pull the mandrel, causing the tail to expand and clamp the materials together.
6. Repeat the process as needed and check the fit.