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$8-$25 per boxDrywall Screws for Gypsum Board Installation
Drywall screws are designed for fastening gypsum board to wood or steel framing. Their bugle-shaped heads seat flush without tearing the paper face, while sharp points ensure fast driving. Coarse thread for wood, fine thread for steel studs.
Key Features
- Bugle head seats flush without tearing
- Coarse thread for wood fine for steel
- Black phosphate coating
- Sharp point for fast starting
- Collated strips for screw guns
Specifications
Material: Carbon steel with phosphate | Head: Bugle | Thread: Coarse (wood) or fine (steel) | Sizes: #6x1-1/4in
#6x1-5/8in
#8x2-1/2in | Drive: Phillips #2
Best For
Drywall to wood studs
Drywall to steel studs
Double-layer gypsum board
Ceiling drywall installation
Compatible Materials
Gypsum drywall
Wood studs
Light-gauge steel studs
Cement board
Pros & Cons
Pros
- ✓ Fast screw gun installation
- ✓ Bugle head won't tear paper
- ✓ Inexpensive in bulk
- ✓ Collated strips available
Cons
- ✗ Not for outdoor use - will rust
- ✗ Brittle not for structural loads
- ✗ Phosphate coating interior only
Installation Tips
Set just below paper surface without breaking through. Space 12in on center for walls, 8in for ceilings. Coarse for wood, fine for steel studs.
Frequently Asked Questions
1-1/4in for single-layer 1/2in drywall on wood. 1-5/8in for 5/8in drywall. 2-1/2in for double-layer.
Coarse for wood studs. Fine for steel studs - closer spacing engages thin metal better.