All Types of Wood Screws You Can Use for Your Next Project
Modern wood screws are available in a variety of varieties, all designed for maximum holding capacity for a wide variety of wood species.
This is a great time to do woodwork as the best of screw technology can be purchased from your hardware store. The transition from galvanized slotted head screws to today’s epoxy coated Torx screws is big.
All new wood screws are made of durable heat-treated steel and feature aggressive threads and sharp edges that do not require pilot holes, and actuators such as square, square and star-shaped can be screwed in with one hand with a drill / driver or impact driver.
Answer these questions depending on your project to decide which screw to use:
- Will the screw be used indoors or outdoors?
- How long is the screw required depending on the depth of the material?
- What kind of holding force do you need? Heavier / larger screws provide more strength.
- How should the screw sit in the tree? Do you want it to be flush, recessed, or displayed on top of wood?
- What type of attachment do you have?
To find out more about the types of wood screws available, watch the video above.
Modern technology of wood screws | Carpenter’s Magazine (YouTube)