{"product_id":"securfix-green-decking-screws-4-5-x-60mm-pack-of-200","title":"Securfix Green Decking Screws 4.5 x 60mm Pack of 200","description":"\u003cp\u003eSecurfix 60mm decking screws, size 4.5 x 60mm (9 x 2 1\/3 inch), come in a pack of 200. Made from green coated carbon steel and salt spray tested, they are intended for decking, fencing and building garden furniture.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch3\u003eKey features\u003c\/h3\u003e\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e4.5 x 60mm, listed as 9 x 2 1\/3 inch\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003ePack of 200\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003ePartially threaded to prevent jacking\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eCarbon steel with a green coating\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eSalt spray tested\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eCountersunk head with cross\/Pozi drive\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\u003ch3\u003eSpecifications\u003c\/h3\u003e\u003ctable\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eBrand\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eSecurfix\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eSize\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e4.5 x 60mm\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003ePack size\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e200\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eFinish\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eGreen coated\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eDrive\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003ePozi\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003c\/table\u003e\u003ch3\u003eWhich one do I need?\u003c\/h3\u003e\u003cp\u003eThe partial thread means the plain shank under the head lets the top board pull down tight onto the joist rather than being held apart, which is known as jacking. For the length, measure the board thickness and make sure the threaded part of the screw lands well inside the joist or rail underneath.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch3\u003eHow to use\u003c\/h3\u003e\u003col\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eLay the board in position, using spacers if you want an even gap.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003ePre-drill near board ends, where timber is most likely to split.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eUse a pozi bit that fits the recess snugly.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eDrive each screw square until the countersunk head sits flush with the board.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eKeep fixings in a neat line along the joist for a tidy finish.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ol\u003e\u003ch3\u003eFAQs\u003c\/h3\u003e\u003ch4\u003eWhat are 60mm decking screws used for?\u003c\/h4\u003e\u003cp\u003eThese are for decking, fencing and building garden furniture.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch4\u003eWhy are they only partly threaded?\u003c\/h4\u003e\u003cp\u003eThe partial thread is there to prevent jacking, so boards pull down tight to the frame.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch4\u003eWhat are they made from?\u003c\/h4\u003e\u003cp\u003eCarbon steel with a green coating, and they are salt spray tested.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Securfix","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":67824567451921,"sku":"DS-4633890","price":4.99,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0986\/7323\/0097\/files\/securfix-green-decking-screws-4-5-x-60mm-pack-of-200-1.jpg?v=1792515616","url":"https:\/\/diysmith.co.uk\/products\/securfix-green-decking-screws-4-5-x-60mm-pack-of-200","provider":"DIYSmith","version":"1.0","type":"link"}