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WOOD & METAL SCREWS — CHEAT SHEET
WOOD SCREWS
Purpose: Fasten wood to wood.
Key Features
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Bangla
Wood screw = কাঠে ব্যবহারের স্ক্রু। মোটা থ্রেড, ধারালো মাথা, কাঠ শক্তভাবে ধরে।
METAL SCREWS (Sheet‑Metal Screws)
Purpose: Fasten metal to metal, metal to wood, or plastic.
Key Features
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Bangla
Metal screw = মেটাল বা পাতলা শীটে ব্যবহারের স্ক্রু। পুরোটা থ্রেড, শক্ত, ফাইন থ্রেড।
WOOD vs METAL SCREWS — QUICK DIFFERENCE TABLE
|
Feature |
Wood Screw |
Metal Screw |
|
Thread |
Coarse |
Fine |
|
Shank |
Smooth upper shank |
Full thread |
|
Point |
Sharp |
Sharp or drill‑tip |
|
Material |
Wood |
Metal, plastic, wood |
|
Strength |
Medium |
High |
|
Grip |
Bites into wood |
Cuts threads in metal |
|
Length |
Usually longer |
Usually shorter |
STAFF QUICK QUESTIONS
Bangla Quick Summary
Use wood screws for wood-to-wood joins, metal (sheet‑metal/self‑drilling) screws for metal, drywall screws for gypsum to studs, and concrete/masonry screws or anchors for masonry. Choose thread type, head style, coating, and pilot‑hole size to match the substrate and load.
Comparison table — at a glance
|
Screw Type |
Typical Use |
Thread |
Head / Drive |
Key installation note |
|
Wood screw |
Wood to wood, furniture, decking |
Coarse; partial thread common |
Flat/bugle; Phillips/Star |
Pre‑drill in hardwoods; smooth shank pulls boards tight. |
|
Sheet‑metal / self‑tapping |
Metal to metal, metal to wood, HVAC |
Fine, full‑length thread |
Pan/hex; Phillips/Torx |
Self‑drilling (TEK) tips remove need for pilot hole in thin metal. |
|
Drywall screw |
Gypsum board to wood/metal studs |
Coarse for wood studs; fine for metal |
Bugle head; Phillips |
Use correct length (1¼"–2") and avoid over‑driving to prevent paper tear. |
|
Concrete / masonry screw (Tapcon) |
Concrete, brick, block |
Deep, hardened threads |
Hex/flat; requires masonry bit |
Always pre‑drill with carbide masonry bit; hole depth = embedment + 1/4". |
Quick selection guide (what to ask customers)
Decision tip: For treated lumber or outdoor use, use hot‑dip galvanized or stainless screws to avoid corrosion and staining.
Pilot holes, drill bits & embedment rules
Coatings & corrosion
Common mistakes & risks
Staff quick checklist (for counter use)
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