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1/4-in Nickel Cap Nuts

Ratings & Reviews for Hillman 1/4-in Nickel Cap Nuts

4.6
104
Review
 4.6 out of 5
104 Reviews


89% Recommend this product

Ratings may include incentivized customer reviews.

What Customers Are Saying

Customers overwhelmingly praise these nuts for durability, reliable performance, and professional finished appearance. Most highlight that they fit perfectly, protect bolt threads, and provide a clean look across bathroom remodels, furniture, and fence repairs. Reviewers consistently note the nuts hold securely without vibrating loose, even in high-use outdoor applications, with many comparing them favorably to hardware used for years. The smooth zinc plating offers a subtle, non-shiny aesthetic that complements projects. A small group reports difficulty handling due to compact design, particularly those with larger hands, and a few mention receiving nuts with incorrect threads. Overall, most customers find them reliable and worthwhile.

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104 Customer Reviews

Bolt cap

Only needed one but now I have spares

April 16, 2026
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they're nuts

Would Recommend

nuts

April 5, 2026
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Did the job

Would Recommend

Right size, did the job

March 31, 2026
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Just fine

Would Recommend

This works just as expected. Not too shiny, not too dull.

February 17, 2026
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It's okay

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It was okay

February 7, 2026
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Just right for the job.

Would Recommend

I like that it gave the end of the bolt a finished look.

January 16, 2026
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worked well

Would Recommend

good

January 14, 2026
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Adds a finish to work completion

Would Recommend

Good finishing for threaded screws for protection from cuts and clothing.

December 22, 2025
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Made for tiny hands

Would Not Recommend

these are smaller than most cap nuts and are hard to work with if you have big hands or have arthritis.

November 7, 2025
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Response from Customer Service@Hillman

Hello, We’re sorry to hear that this product was unsatisfactory and did not meet or perform to your expectations. We will continue to monitor product... Read More

Customer Service@HillmanNovember 10, 2025

Cap nut or acorn nut?

Would Recommend

It’s a well made 3/8 inch zinc plated acorn nut, I wish Lowe’s web site cross indexed the term acorn nut and cap nut. Notice the package reads acorn nut, but the site indexes it as cap nut. It’s a little pricey if you need a lot of them, speak to the pro desk, they can order 100 of these or 50 at greatly reduced prices.

November 7, 2025
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Simple solution

Would Recommend

I needed to replace the bolts on our old ladder, and these worked perfectly!

September 10, 2025
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