What screws should I use for pressure treated lumber?
What screws should I use for pressure treated lumber?
If you use regular screws with pressure treated wood, they may bend or slip and can become corroded by the preservative chemicals contained in the wood. Thus, we recommend using 305 or 18-8 grade stainless steel screws with an advanced anti-corrosive coating, like the Hillman Fasteners' DeckPlus 48419 screws.
How do you screw into pressure treated wood?
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Can you use zinc coated screws in pressure treated wood?
Metal products in contact with pressure-treated wood must be corrosion-resistant. ... The 2006 International Residential Code states, “Fasteners for pressure-preservative and fire-retardant-treated wood shall be of hotdipped zinc-coated galvanized steel, stainless steel, silicon bronze or copper.
Are zinc plated screws good for outdoor use?
Zinc-plated (electroplated galvanized screws) are coated in zinc powder. The result is a bright finish that's rust resistant but not for outdoor use. Brass-plated and copper-plated screws will not rust, which makes them an attractive choice for outdoor projects, but they are not as strong as steel.