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.

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Surprising Uses for Drywall Screws

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

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Nail and Screw Sizing Fact Sheet

The following nail and screw size chart will help you pick what size screw or nail to use.

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

Screw heads are usually flat, oval or round.

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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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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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How to Correctly Use Sheet Metal Screws

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

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How to Remove a Broken Concrete Screw

You should be able to remove a broken concrete screw.

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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?

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Screws and Screwdrivers

Screwdrivers are self-explanatory. They are used to drive in and remove screws.

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6 Tips for Drilling Wood Screws

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

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4 Tips for Removing Wood Screws

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

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How to Replace Stripped Deck Screws

Stripped deck screws cannot be removed with ordinary screwdrivers and therefore should be removed using a different technique. When replacing deck boards, it is necessary to remove the old screws and replace them with new ones as the new boards are installed. Sometimes, the deck screws also need to be

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How to Cut Suspended Ceiling Tiles

When installing suspended ceiling tiles, you will come to a point where you will need to cut some parts in order to make them fit into the ceiling space. This is especially evident when you get nearer the wall during installation. In order to fill up the ceiling perfectly, some of the suspended tiles

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How to Replace Trim Molding Easily

You may need to replace trim molding as mouldings get weathered because of heavy rains. Replacing job is not a tough one, if you know the steps. Tools and Materials Needed: Trim molding Electric saw Measuring tape Pry bar Hammer Finishing nails Caulking Channel locks Razor knife Protective eyewear

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How to Frame a Door Header Properly

In do-it-yourself projects such as building an addition to your home or remodeling where you will be cutting in a new door, you will need to build a door header. Not only will the header provide needed support to the door that hangs on it, but to the structure above it. In some situations, the wall into

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Cutting Mitered Joints for Trim Molding

Trim molding is an essential part of interior design, since it can hide rough edges and corners of walls and floors. In order for these to be formed and connected together at the corners, they have to be mitered at 45-degree angles for them to match smoothly and cleanly. This gives off a better interior

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How to Repair a Gap in Wooden Exterior Trim

Gaps that occur on exterior trim are often caused by many things such as shrinkage due to temperature change, faulty installation and wood rot or decay. In any case, if left unattended, these gaps could further increase the damage to your trim and cause you more money and headaches. Materials Stiff

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Tips for Cutting Crown Molding Properly

Cutting crown molding yourself is a task which you should try to master, so as to avoid having to pay a professional. Crown molding is gaining popularity in modern design. Apart from the traditional wood, there are also the less expensive and more flexible materials such resin, polyurethane and polystyrene.

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Repairing Weather-Worn Exterior Trim

If you have exterior trim that is made out of wood, you may occasionally need to make repairs. This isn't a difficult job if you do it in a timely manner and don't wait until the wear is severe and requires a high level of carpentry skills to repair. You Will Need Bondo repair adhesive Putty knife Wood