What are decking screws?

Material

Decking screws are usually made of copper or coated steel to protect them against rust or corrosion.

It’s important that decking screws can withstand corrosion, as they are designed to be used outside in all weather conditions. 

Application

Decking screws are designed for use in hard and soft wood decking boards.

They are very similar to wood screws except that they are much longer and have a sharper tip.

Characteristics

Head shape

Decking screws have several different types of head shape, but the most common is countersunk.

Drive type

Decking screws have several different drive types but the most common is the square drive.

Body shape and tip

Decking screws have a tapered body and a pointed tip.

Threads

Decking screws can be fully or partially-threaded. Their threads are usually coarse and can be single or twin/double.

How are they inserted?

You may need to drill a pilot hole when using decking screws.