Monday, 14 April 2014

Things You Should Know When Buying Tek Screws

By Anita Ortega


Different materials can be used in joining materials for construction work and furniture making. One of these options is tek screws that are good with wood and metal for furniture or otherwise. Their design is meant for easy drilling so they can be used for different purposes. They differ depending on the one chosen with each option having its strength or weakness. When buying these fasteners, it is necessary to understand certain things in order to purchase the best.

It is important to know how the screws look like when going out to make the purchase so that you can pick the best. Their self-threading design eliminates the need for one to make holes in wood first. This therefore reduces the time that is spent on the job and the tools needed. Therefore, even though they might cost more than the other fasteners, the money will be recovered elsewhere.

The fasteners come in different sizes ranging from 1 to 5. For you to pick the right size, you need to check the bit number. The bit numbers are the same as the ones used in bolts for other commercial uses. The screw also has a smaller diameter around the tip compared to its head, which results in a tapering end.

When deciding on screw size, you should also think of the materials are they meant to fasten. For those meant for use with very thick and tough materials, you should select those fasteners with bigger tips. Remember such fasteners are stronger. The smaller tipper ones will be best for use with light woods.

Different materials are used in making these fasteners. You have to choose the material based on the conditions where they will be used. The material being fastened might also have some effect on the screw material chosen. For example, stainless steel is a very good choice if you want a strong screw to be used on hard surfaces. However, it will corrode easily so it is not good for use in coastal environments.

If you still want such strength, you can still get the steel ones. However, they should be zinc coated which will make them resistant to corrosion. There are many other hybrid materials, which combine the strengths of different materials for a perfect outcome. With such materials, you can enjoy longevity, low cost and other benefits.

These fasteners can be easily obtained from many home improvement stores. However, you should buy from those stocking the widest varieties so that you can get the best ones for the task. You should also do price comparison at the different shops in order to identify the ones with the best prices. This will prevent you from over spending.

When purchasing the fasteners, the listed points will be useful. They will help one choose the best material and size for a perfect job. It is also possible to make the purchase and a fair price because of evaluating offers from different stores. One will also get the best material which will ensure that whatever task is being done is carried out perfectly thus ensuring durability and proper finishing.




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