My favorite is nylon cable ties - bailing wire of the 90's ...
 
 >>On Mon, 15 Apr 1996, H Steven Dolan wrote:
 >>> We are in the test phase of determining whether drywall screws are an
 >>> adequate substitute for duct tape.
 >
 >then, Ed Gould added to the fray:
 >>I like to think of drywall screws as a compliment to duct tape.  They are
 >
 >WARNING, Will Robinson!!!
 >
 >a gentle reminder:
 >
 >Duct Tape can be applied to body parts. it hurts like hell as it removes
 >     several layers of hair and skin as it comes off, but it CAN be removed.
 >
 >Drywall screws should NOT be applied to body parts. this is a DEFINITE no-no.
 >     :)
 >
 >This Safety Tip was brought to you by the screws at the Drywall Institute
 >for Home Safety.  Remember: Safety First, After Thirst!!   ;)
 >
 ><joel>
 >

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