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Deck and Drywall Screws

Deck screws and drywall screws are both essential fasteners, with each screw designed with specific features and uses to suit their respective applications.
 

Deck Screws

Designed for outdoor use, deck screws feature sharp points, coarse threads, and corrosion-resistant coatings to withstand harsh weather conditions. They are equipped with bugle heads that can depress into wood without causing damage, making them ideal for securing pressure-treated lumber when building decks, fences, and other outdoor structures. Deck screws are also commonly used for framing and installing rails.

Key Features of Deck Screws:
  • Outdoor Durability: Corrosion-resistant coatings ensure longevity and resistance to the elements.
  • Bugle Head: Designed to sink into wood without splitting or damaging it.
  • Sharp Points and Coarse Threads: Provide strong holding power and ease of installation.
Materials and Coatings of Deck Screws:
  • Stainless Steel: Offers excellent corrosion resistance and durability.
  • Copper: Provides an attractive finish with good corrosion resistance.
  • Fluoropolymer Coated: Enhances durability and weather resistance.
Applications of Deck Screws:
  • Building decks
  • Constructing fences
  • Framing and installing rails
  • Other outdoor woodworking projects

Drywall Screws

Also known as framing screws, drywall screws are used to secure drywall or plasterboard to walls, ceilings, timber, and metal studs and frames. They feature coarse threads and sharp points that create threads without damaging the material as they are driven in. Drywall screws are equipped with bugle heads with a curved underside, preventing the paper finish of the drywall from tearing. They often come with a black phosphate finish that resists rusting from wet drywall compound.

Key Features of Drywall Screws:
  • Bugle Head: Prevents tearing of the drywall's paper finish during installation.
  • Coarse Threads and Sharp Points: Facilitate easy penetration and strong hold in drywall and studs.
  • Black Phosphate Finish: Resists rusting from wet drywall compound, ensuring durability.
Limitations of Drywall Screws:
  • Not recommended for high humidity areas like bathrooms or outdoor applications due to lack of corrosion and alkali resistance coatings.
Applications of Drywall Screws:
  • Securing drywall or plasterboard to walls and ceilings
  • Attaching drywall to timber and metal studs
  • General framing applications

Our Selection of Deck Screws

We carry a variety of deck screws, including:

Our Selection of Drywall Screws and Framing Screws

We carry a variety of drywall screws and framing screws, including:
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