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Useful DIY Tips And Information About Screws

Here some DIY tips and information about screws and how to use them that a home handyman will find useful.

Panel Screws

Panel screws are used for fixing thin sheets of metal and plastic. It cuts its own thread as you screw it in.

Screws

Screws are usually made from brass or steel. Brass screws are not as strong as steel screws, but the advantage is that they do not rust. Plated steel screws are also available and they do not rust unless the plating is damaged when they are screwed in.

Splitting

A screw will not cause a piece of wood to split when you screw it in if you drill a pilot hole first.