September 8, 2006

Guide to Exterior Screws

Use this Screw Comparison Chart to comes courtesy of Rockler.com. Check out their site for info and products for building decks, sheds, arbors, outdoor furniture… 

 Sure Drive Composite Deck Screws  

Application: Composite decking material.

Less mushrooming in composite decking.

Head: Flat Undercut Head

Thread: Dual thread design for optimum holding power.

Size: #10

 

Bugle Head Stainless Steel Screws

Application: Pressure-treated decks, siding, spas, barns, metal buildings, bridges, gazebos.

Corrosion resistant. Auger point for extra fast start.

Head: Bugle head with flat head

Thread: Coarse thread

Size: #8, #10

 

Trim Head Stainless Steel Square Drive Screws

Application: Cedar decks, seaside applications

Small heads are perfect for low profile. Corrosion resistant.

Head: Trim Head

Thread: Coarse Thread

Size: #7

 

Woodmaster Exterior Screws

Application: Decks, outdoor furniture

Durable Ultra Seal finish for tough exterior conditions. Rated 500 hrs of salt spray protection. Not recommended for ACQ pressure treated lumber.

Head: Flat Head

Thread: Serrated Deep Thread

Size: #8, #10

 

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