Screws for fence Pickets
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Screws for fence Pickets
Does anyone know of a screw with integral washer/head and coarse threads either SS or Coated steel for use on fence pickets?
Used a #8 X 1-1/2" similar screw from the local big box store, and found the threads were too fine for wood. They worked; but, had to be very careful in pulling the pickets up tight.
All of the deck screws I have used countersink too much before the pickets are tight. Thanks for any help.
Used a #8 X 1-1/2" similar screw from the local big box store, and found the threads were too fine for wood. They worked; but, had to be very careful in pulling the pickets up tight.
All of the deck screws I have used countersink too much before the pickets are tight. Thanks for any help.
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All of the deck screws I have used countersink too much before the pickets are tight.
One screw alternative that comes to mind is metal roofing screws. However, the screw head will not be flush.
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Getting some strange reply's.
Why would you use a hex head screw with a rubber washer?
Why use high dollar Craig screws for something they where never meant to be used for?
I've only built about a dozen picket fences, but never once used screws or washers.
Got a pneumatic nail gun?
# 8 ACQ approved ring shanked nails will work and never pull out.
Going to use screws then use bugle head ceramic coated decking screws and use an impact driver, not a cordless drill.
No washer needed.
Why would you use a hex head screw with a rubber washer?
Why use high dollar Craig screws for something they where never meant to be used for?
I've only built about a dozen picket fences, but never once used screws or washers.
Got a pneumatic nail gun?
# 8 ACQ approved ring shanked nails will work and never pull out.
Going to use screws then use bugle head ceramic coated decking screws and use an impact driver, not a cordless drill.
No washer needed.
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I am on a saltwater bayou in deep south Louisiana. Don't know where you came up with "hex head & rubber washers"?
I too have put up many wood fences, one that is 388 ft. total lenght still standing in good shape after 40 years in the Clear Lake, Texas area.
The screws I referred to are GRK #8 X 1-1/2" "Approved for Treated Lumber, Climatek(TM) All Weather Coating-Limited Lifetime Guarantee". They are called "Cabinet Screws" and have too fine a thread for wet (soft) treated pickets and 2" X 4" wet rail boards.
I am looking for a similar screw in SS or other material approved for treated lumber with a coarser thread. I have two more small sections of fence (approx 120' total) to put up on the bayou side and am hoping there is a better screw for the purpose than these that I used on the first 65' section. Any references will be appreciated.
I too have put up many wood fences, one that is 388 ft. total lenght still standing in good shape after 40 years in the Clear Lake, Texas area.
The screws I referred to are GRK #8 X 1-1/2" "Approved for Treated Lumber, Climatek(TM) All Weather Coating-Limited Lifetime Guarantee". They are called "Cabinet Screws" and have too fine a thread for wet (soft) treated pickets and 2" X 4" wet rail boards.
I am looking for a similar screw in SS or other material approved for treated lumber with a coarser thread. I have two more small sections of fence (approx 120' total) to put up on the bayou side and am hoping there is a better screw for the purpose than these that I used on the first 65' section. Any references will be appreciated.
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