Screw Comparison Guide
Take a look at some of the most common screws you will need for either interior or exterior woodworking applications.
Use this screw comparison guide to help choose the right screw that best fits your application. Compare screw heads, screw threads and size for either interior or exterior applications.
Application: Great for most standard interior applications. Lube finish reduces friction for easier installation.
Head: Flat Head
Thread: Deep Thread
Size: #6, #7, #8
Application: Trim Molding. Finish nail look with the power of a screw.
Head: Small 3/16" Trim Head
Thread: Deep Thread
Size: #6
Application: Ball bearing slides and catches, drawer slides, shelf supports. Low profile head won't interfere with guide operation. Strong holding power.
Head: Truss Head
Thread: Deep Thread
Size: #6
Application: Knobs and Pulls. Breaks away in 1/4'. Great where length of screw is not pre-determined.
Head: Truss Head
Thread: Machine Thread
Size: #8
Application: Used for drawer knobs and pulls. Holds knobs and pulls secure.
Head: Truss Head
Thread: Machine Thread
Size: #8
Kreg Washer Head Face Frame Screws - Coarse
Application: Pocket screw joints and general purpose. Self-drilling feature. Large bearing surface helps prevent overdriving.
Head: Washer Head
Thread: Coarse (for softwoods)
Size: #7
Kreg Washer Head Face Frame Screws - Fine
Application: Pocket screw joints and general purpose. Self-drilling auger tip feature. Large bearing surface helps prevent overdriving.
Head: Washer Head
Thread: Fine (for hardwoods)
Size: #7
Large Round Washer Head Screws
Application: Drawer fronts. Washer head covers oversized hole in drawer box, allowing for drawer front adjustment.
Head: Large Washer Head
Thread: Deep Thread
Size: #8
Application: Hanging Cabinets. Helps screw heads "blend in" when hanging white melamine, painted plywood or natural wood cabinets.
Head: Truss Head
Thread: Deep Thread
Size: #10
Application: Decorative complement to solid brass hardware. Polished and lacquered to prevent tarnish. Decorative.
Head: Flat Head
Thread: Wood Screw Thread
Size: #2, #3, #4, #5, #6
Application: Particle board. Large bore and extra-coarse threads offer superior hold in particle board.
Head: Pan Head or Flat Head
Thread: Deep Thread
Size: 7mm x 2" or 7mm x 2-3/4"
Kreg Blue-Kote Weather Resistant Screws
Application: Exterior pocket hole joinery, furniture and construction. Three anti-corrosion layers produce exceptional weather resistance. Auger tip.
Head: Washer Head
Thread: Coarse Thread
Size: #8
Trim Head Stainless Steel Square Drive Screws
Application: Exterior trim - recommended for cedar and treated lumber. Small heads are perfect for low profile. Corrosion resistant.Head: Trim Head
Thread: Coarse Thread
Size: #7
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