Building a deck is a major construction project to embark on, and using the right materials is essential to achieve professional results that last. High-quality timber is the essential foundation for the deck, along with deck stain for weatherproofing, but it's your choice of premium deck screws that can make or break the final quality. Our deck screws selection contains the grades, sizes and types of fasteners you need for building a deck with the level of results you're looking for.
Why Using Deck Screws is Important
You might be tempted to use regular construction screws to build your deck, but choosing deck screws instead is important if you want your hard work to last. Compared to regular wood screws or sheet metal screws, exterior deck screws are built to withstand harsh outdoor conditions from rain to hail to snow, ensuring that your deck fasteners will last just as long as the decking material itself for greater structural integrity.
Choosing the Right Deck Screw Head Type
Our deck screws are available with all the most common head types, including:
- Flat head screws for general deck construction work, combining good fixing qualities with a moderately seamless look.
- Hex head screws that provide extra load-bearing ability for use in supports.
- Trim head deck screws that provide a more unobtrusive look, ideal for finishing and attaching rather than heavy structural work.
- Bugle head deck screws that require less pre-drilling for quicker construction and can be driven flush with the wood for a smoother finish.
If you need any advice on which style of deck screw head will best suit each part of your installation, please visit your local Ace store and our friendly staff will be happy to answer your questions.
Deck Screws with Different Drive Types
Once you've chosen your head style, the deck screw drive type is an important point to ensure the screws will be compatible with your tools. Deck screws with regular slotted or Phillips drives can be used with almost any screwdriver or drill, but have a higher risk of stripping if they meet resistance while under torque.
Drive types such as square, hex or star offer more professional results with less danger of stripping, but they may need specialist tools or accessories that you don't already have in your collection.
Deck Screw Finishes
Deck screws are about more than just holding the timber together—they can also enhance or detract from the final look of the project, depending on how well they blend in with the other materials. To ensure the best fit with your deck, we stock screws in a wide range of finishes, including black oxide, copper, zinc, galvanized steel and ceramic.
Shop Exterior Deck Screws for Your Deck Project at Ace
The premium deck screws department at Ace contains hundreds of products in a vast range of head styles, drive types, lengths and materials. To narrow down your options, filter through your preferences above, then order your deck screws online for efficient home delivery or free in-store pickup at your nearest Ace Hardware store.
