djslater Posted January 28, 2014 Report Share Posted January 28, 2014 I thought this was a pretty decent experiment. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Joe M Posted January 28, 2014 Report Share Posted January 28, 2014 One word for all types of screws: G-R-K. It says the worldest greatest fasteners and they really are. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Javier Posted January 29, 2014 Report Share Posted January 29, 2014 One thing I noted that the guy didn't seem to catch on to was that the drywall screw had a finer thread. My guess would be that that had a lot to do with better grip. I would bet money that if the guy used coarse thread drywall screw's the numbers would be similar Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Conductor562 Posted February 1, 2014 Report Share Posted February 1, 2014 I use drywall screws for damn near everything Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Kato Posted February 1, 2014 Report Share Posted February 1, 2014 I use #8 Philips drywall screws for everything, and have done so for 28 years as a maintenance mechanic. Never had any problems, never had anything break or fall apart. And in 28 years I think I've probably snapped the heads off of maybe 10 screws, so yup...don't think I need to worry much about it. I normally try to get course thread but to be honest I never really saw much difference with fine thread versus course. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Conductor562 Posted February 1, 2014 Report Share Posted February 1, 2014 I always buy corse thread as I use them primarily in wood. I use sheet metal screws in metal, but I do stock 1-1/4" fine thread drywall screws for fastening 1X's to metal should the need arise. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Brien Posted February 1, 2014 Report Share Posted February 1, 2014 This is bad.Drywall screws are made of brittle hardened steel that often snap when driving them into material. The base of the head is designed to dimple the paper. The screw guns are designed to drive the screws to the right depth inorder to not rip the paper. I have snapped many drywall screws when installing board because of a knot or something. Drywall screws should never be used for structure for this reason. They should never be used outside because they can rust. They should never be use with pressure treated because the preservatives in PT will oxidize the metal. Deck screws are coated to be compatible with PT. The threads on drywall screws are usually cut closer to the head of the screw compared to wood screws. This helps the wood screw clamp two pieces of wood together. Course drywall screws should be used with conventional framing lumber because it is usually a soft wood like pine. Fine drywall screws should be used in hardwoods. The fella in the video did a great job of reducing the variables of his experiment but he neglected material composition and overlooked the screws applications. Don't believe everything you see or read on the internet... I'm a French model. 1 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Conductor562 Posted February 2, 2014 Report Share Posted February 2, 2014 Brien: You're 100% right, and I agree with you.Then again, I also rip the tags off my mattresses just for shits and giggles and refuse to own a vehicle without the seatbelt reminder disabled. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
PT Custom Posted February 2, 2014 Report Share Posted February 2, 2014 I never use drywall screws where shear strength is an issue ( like hand rails, etc) because they are brittle. I am also not a big fan of Phillips screws I do use a lot of trim head screws because I fasten many smaller pieces plus they have square drive heads Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
PedroHizzo Posted February 2, 2014 Report Share Posted February 2, 2014 The simple fact that drywall screws are not square or torx drive limits my use of them. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Kato Posted February 2, 2014 Report Share Posted February 2, 2014 Of course I use the appropriate screw when the job calls for it, but for basics and random everyday stuff...drywall screws all the way. I've used drywall screws to build and repair all kinds of stuff with never an issue. Drive types, don't really have a preference between Philips, Robertson (square), Torx, etc., just habit to get Philips. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
DR99 Posted February 3, 2014 Report Share Posted February 3, 2014 I have been using coated deck screws for general fastening issues. They work great for me and don't seem to have issues with cam out for the most part. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
dwain Posted February 3, 2014 Report Share Posted February 3, 2014 me too. deck screws all the way (if cheap enough). Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
regopit Posted February 13, 2014 Report Share Posted February 13, 2014 I like to use GRK Fasteners they are a few bucks more but they are well worth it. Her is their web site http://www.grkfasteners.com/index.php/en/ Check out the top star shim screw video it makes windows and doors easy to install. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Kato Posted February 13, 2014 Report Share Posted February 13, 2014 Okay, those GRK screws are kinda impressive, gotta admit... Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Joe M Posted February 13, 2014 Report Share Posted February 13, 2014 I like to use GRK Fasteners they are a few bucks more but they are well worth it. Her is their web site http://www.grkfasteners.com/index.php/en/ Check out the top star shim screw video it makes windows and doors easy to install. THANK GOD SOMEONE ELSE IS DRINKING THE COOL AID! They are just amazing Fasteners. 1 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
regopit Posted February 16, 2014 Report Share Posted February 16, 2014 THANK GOD SOMEONE ELSE IS DRINKING THE COOL AID! They are just amazing Fasteners.Call it what you like but when something is good and works like it is suppose to I'l use it and tell others. I all so like Fasten Master also Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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