Tee nuts (or T-Nuts) are essential fasteners primarily utilized in woodworking, cabinetry, and metalworking applications. These specialized hardware components are engineered to create a secure threaded socket in various materials including wood, particleboard, and metal surfaces, enabling robust attachment of bolts or screws. 

The distinctive design of tee nuts features an elongated, slender body with a wide flange at one end, giving them their characteristic T-shaped profile when viewed from the side. They are particularly popular in furniture manufacturing, especially for pieces made from wood, composite materials, or particle board, where they provide exceptional holding power and durability for assembled components.