Screws

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extracting stripped screw with pliers
How to Extract a Stripped Screw

Start with the simple solutions, then intensify as needed.

A side profile of a drill inserting a drywall screw into a piece of drywall.
Surprising Uses for Drywall Screws

Check out these DIY hacks for a common piece of hardware!

A pile of standard, common nails.
Nail and Screw Sizing Fact Sheet

This chart will help you pick what size to use.

Screws and a screwdriver.
A Primer on Screws and Screw Driving

Screw heads are usually flat, oval or round.

drilled sheet metal screws
How to Correctly Use Sheet Metal Screws

Originally designed for metal, sheet metal screws have numerous uses.

A pile of hexagonal lag screws sits on a white background.
4 Tips for Drilling a Lag Screw

If you’re anchoring a structure then learning more about lag screws will help.

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4 Popular Types of Screws

Brush up on the different kinds for your next project.

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Finish Screws

Finish screws are specially made screws that sit flush or below the surface.

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How to Remove a Broken Concrete Screw

You should be able to remove a broken concrete screw.

different kinds of screws on a table
Which Screws to Use

Spinning Fasteners 101

Wrench, nuts and bolts
How To Choose The Right Bolt

There are a number of different bolts and nuts on the market, each designed for specific applications.

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Determining Countersink Screw Hole Size

Many people will countersink a screw when they want to hide the screw head or want a flush finish.

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Removing a Countersunk Screw

A countersunk screw is an important part of all carpentry jobs and other do-it-yourself projects.

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Lag Screws vs Wood Screws

Lag screws are also known as lag bolts.

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Choosing the Right Screw

At your local home store, do you ever wonder why they have so many kinds of screws?

drilling wood screws into wood
6 Tips for Drilling Wood Screws

Wood screws create a stronger bond that lasts longer than generic screws.

two screws embedded in a plank of wood
4 Tips for Removing Wood Screws

It's time to take out those wood screws you worked so hard to secure.