Wood screws

[johnbb99]

Torx for me too. I've had loads of them from LIDL, and they seem fine to me, and much cheaper. Has anyone had problems with these?

 

[clogs]

Deema,
I try to accuire as much /many packing crates and custom pallets as poss cos wood here is so exp.....all are put together with Torx screws never a problem with removal and quite a few have gone rusty.....
this is for an Oak job in the new bathroom....
10@ 5mmx 60 brass screws €4,25...
10@ 6mmx 65 " " €5,45......
how does that comp with UK....?

 

[Phil Pascoe]

The first site I came across the 65mm would have been £3.30.

 

[johnbb99]

I really like hex headed bolts like this, they are so much stronger than screws and do require pre-drilling but they have the best grip.

Are you using machine screws straight into wood?

 

[thetyreman]

yes, obviously needs a pilot hole the right size but then it threads itself, I don't always use them just when extra strength is needed.

 

[TheUnicorn]

I think finding the right screw for the job depends on the job

I tried 'ulti-mate stick-fit' putting together a shed last year, and was absolutely amazed by how well the supplied bit (pz2) grabs the screws, I was screwing straight up into the ceiling of the shed and found I could actually let go of the drill and it was suspended from the screw, admitedly it didn't do it every time and it wasn't the heaviest drill in the world, but still impressive. My thinking is that getting the best possible fit between bit and screw is the absolute best way to reduce cam out, closely followed by using the settings (low gear, suitable clutch) on the drill correctly, so you aren't still trying to turn the screw once it is home

I noticed the stick fit multipack was 45% off at toolstation at the moment if anyone is interested

https://www.toolstation.com/ulti-mate-stick-fit-trade-pack/p28865