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If you're working on a wood deck or patio project, decking screws are an ideal choice. Their unique features are designed to provide the enhanced strength and resiliency to securely withstand the heavy loads and harsh weather conditions that decks are often subject to.
What Are Decking Screws?
Decking screws are used to fasten wood to wood, usually connecting deck panels to deck joints to hold the structure together. However, they may also be used for patios and fences.
They have a flat head that lies flush with the wood surface. Similar to wood screws, decking screws have a shaft that is smooth toward the top with deep, sharp threads below. The main difference between wood screws and deck screws is that deck screws have a bigger head for more surface area. They also have sharper tips than traditional wood screws.
Decking screws can be used for both hard and soft wood applications. If you are using pressure-treated wood, you must use ACQ-compatible decking screws. If you're using composite-decking, many manufacturers specify that their products should be installed with stainless steel decking screws.
What Are the Benefits of Phillips Decking Screws?
There are many benefits to using Phillips decking screws for your wood surface applications. One of the biggest advantages is that their larger surface area affords a greater load capacity, which is ideal for decks and patios where there may be heavy foot traffic as well as heavy furniture pieces.
In addition to being larger than most screw heads, Phillips decking screw heads are bugle-shaped. This means the screw will not sink into the material, which helps to prevent cracking and splitting.
When it comes to installation, the sharp threads and tip make it easy to cut into wood boards and secure them together. Because the threading is also tapered and deep, you can trust that there will be no room for movement once it is fully screwed in.
Decking screws are also specifically coated to resist corrosion and withstand all types of weather conditions. FMW Fasteners offers decking screws in several different coatings, including yellow zinc-plated, dacrotized and W.A.R. coated, as well as uncoated stainless steel options.
The Phillips head also means that these screws are self-centering for highly precise placement and overall improved results.
Why Buy Phillips Decking Screws From FMW Fasteners?
At FMW Fasteners, you can choose from Phillips decking screws in a wide variety of sizes and coating options so you can find just the right match for your unique specifications. When you buy from us, you can also select the specific number of screws you want rather than picking from standard quantities that don't meet your needs.
Our products are all available at competitive rates for the affordable solutions you're looking for. We also offer speedy shipping times so you can get to work as soon as possible.
Don't need the screws after all? Send them back to us unused for a full refund with our hassle-free return policy.
Whether you're building your own patio or you own a decking company, our Phillips decking screws are some of the strongest and most reliable on the market. Search our inventory today to find the decking screws you're looking for.
