T17 WOOD SCREWS Q&A

Q.What type of screws are best for wood?

A. #8 screws are standard and work well for most wood projects. Select a screw with a length that will penetrate half the thickness of the bottom material when fastening wood. A great choice for a standard wood screw is the XIAOJUN #8 x 1-1/4-in. Silver Zinc-Plated Flat Interior Wood Screw.

Q. What is special about wood screws?

A.XIAOJUN Wood screws have a sharp point that can dig into wood, making them highly useful for woodworking applications. Most wood screws are only partially threaded, which allows you to connect two pieces of wood more securely with minimal damage to the attached wooden piece.

Q. Are wood screws different?

A. XIAOJUNWood screws have coarser threads with smooth shanks below the head, while metal screws consist of finer threads that cover the entire body. While you can use either screw for any job in a pinch, these fasteners deliver their best performance when used for their intended purposes.

Q.What is the difference between screws and wood screws?

A.XIAOJUN Metal screws are threaded through the entire body, while wood screws are not. Furthermore, metal screws have more pitches — number of threads per inch — than their wood screw counterparts. It's also worth noting that metal screws are preferred for applications where self-tapping is needed.

Q.Can you use wood screws for anything?

A.XIAOJUN Wood screws are mainly used for secure connection of wooden materials. They work with chipboard, MDF, softwood and hardwood. There are many types of wood screws available, complete with features such as shanks to avoid wood splint, twin threads for effective drive, and tips meaning holes don't have to be pre-drilled.

Q.What to look for when buying screws?

A.Top things to consider:

·Consider the material you are screwing into. Self-tapping screws are suitable for fixing sheet metal to softwood or plastic, and self-drilling screws are best for sheet metal to steel.

·Consider the thickness of the metal sheet you are attaching, as each screw is suitable for a specific thickness.