6 TYPES OF SCREWS Every DIYer Needs To Have! (Plus Which Screws NOT TO BUY!)

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6 TYPES OF SCREWS Every DIYer Needs To Have! (Plus Which Screws NOT TO BUY!)

There are hundreds of screws types in the hardware aisle...so how do homeowners and DIYers know which ones to choose? This short video from The Honest Carpenter will explain the 6 BEST TYPES OF SCREWS for homeowners and DIYers to keep around!

In general, you can avoid specialty screws and common wood screws. They tend to be more expensive, and don’t have quite as many applications. Many have strong silver, bronze, or gold finishes to them.

You can also avoid screws with strange head patterns—like pan heads, oval heads, truss heads, washer heads, etc...

Instead, consider buying 1 lb. boxes of these screws below!

6 SCREW TYPES TO KEEP AROUND.
1. 3” Deck screws
2. 2” Deck screws
3. 2” Trim screws
4. 1-5/8” Drywall screws
5. 1” Drywall screws
6. ½” Gutter screws
7. (Bonus): Assorted Self-Driving screws

Thanks for watching!
The Honest Carpenter
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Thank you so much for the advice. I'm a 70-year-old retired DIY'er. And yes I use drywall screws a lot!

melanieeaton
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I just wanted to say thanks for all that you do. I have learned so much - everything from the magnet/stud trick, to using a 5 in 1 tool, and mastering a circular saw. Your videos are to the point and always full of helpful and practical information. Seriously, thanks!

Nicholas-odfo
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I've switched almost entirely to spax screws; they have all the types you listed, plus powerlags, which I like a lot. Pocket screws and a pocket hole jig are worth keeping around too.
Something I like to do when buying screws is always buy more than I need, even if I only need a few. It lets me build up an inventory for future projects.

NWGR
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I got a rigid pack out container and got pretty much every screw from 3/4" up to 3" and found that having all the sizes available is fantastic. Plus, torx bits for life

Max-jicg
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I only use square-head drywall screws these days. No slipping. Perfect set in the drywall every single time.

thedude
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Totally agree on all your selections, and glad you included the 2" trim screws. I use them all the time, yet most folks don't even know they exist.

mjcride
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Totally agree with your selection of screws to have on hand. I started doing carpentry long before dry wall screws and cordless drivers - and wouldn't go back to those "good old days" for anything!

alexbourdeau
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Ethan, I always use Deck Screws for all of my large projects. They are easy to drill and they stay in the wood very well. Thank you for all that you do for people like me. You are the "honest carpenter" and your videos are top shelf.

ChuckBartlett-wouy
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Keeping extra screws you get from installation kits is an excellent suggestion. It can save a trip to the hardware store because you need something a particular size or type.

JeffDM
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I agree, I use the lengths you show all the time, they have never let me down. Thanks!

danielblahuta
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A good list. For interior work consider T25 Construction Screws instead of Deck Screws. They are 2/3 the cost, so some of both on hand can money depending on the application.

ST-
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Great list! If I had to add a 6th screw, it would be cabinet screws, the type with a washer-shaped head. I keep a variety of lengths on hand. They are great when you need a lot of holding power on the top surface and they look more attractive and "finished" than philips head screws with their brass color and star bit.

bridgecross
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One screw I can not do without is the self-tapping lathe screws. They're great for anything with a keyhole. They also will drill through sheet metal. They have a nice big, flat underside (washer-head), so you often don't need a washer if you want better surface hold. I use (and re-use) them all the time.

zzschulzz
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I think that would cover about 95% of what I need. I appreciate the common sense videos that you do.

larryh
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I’ve used many of the screws you talked about as well as
3-1/2” deck screws for some extreme applications. Thanks for the info.

robr
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Another great video. I love that he always provides the necessary links to allow us to simply click and order the items.

rendenwow
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My goto screws for years has been the zink yellow/gold multipurpose screws in several lengths from the box stores. The zink helps with rust prevention although they are not exterior screws. For exterior use you need a coated screw as in your video. Good job, I appreciate your channel.

cptech
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I would have added construction screws. Strongest screws available for the diameter size. For when you really don't want a failure, such as stair hand rails or grab bars. Maybe next a video explaining all the washer? Keep the videos coming! I do maintenance and need to know a lot about a lot and quality, experienced knowledge is gold.

skeletorra
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Good guide. Everyone has their opinions and it's always useful to weigh as many opinions and facts as possible. Many times it's not necessary to have the perfect tool for the job at hand but many times too it pays off to just do it right the first time.

Stelios.Posantzis
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Great video. I am slowly getting comfortable in the fastener aisle, but I am still in awe of the variety. This helps a lot. I will just add that I like to disassemble things that are broken and salvage specialty fasteners. I recently had a space heater die and instead of just chucking it I took it apart and got a tonne of metal screws, the short ones for gutters and self tapping ones. Obviously have to be careful with taking these things apart, but they can be a treasure trove.

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