{"product_id":"securfix-multi-purpose-screws-12-x-2-1-2-pack-of-100","title":"Securfix Multi-Purpose Screws - 12 x 2 1\/2\", Pack of 100","description":"\u003cp\u003eSecurfix outdoor wood screws in 12 x 2 1\/2 inch, with 100 in each pack. They are multi-purpose screws with a countersunk cross\/pozi head and a zinc and yellow passivated finish that gives double corrosion resistance, for use outdoors as well as indoors.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch3\u003eKey features\u003c\/h3\u003e\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e12 x 2 1\/2 inch\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eDouble corrosion resistance\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eZinc and yellow passivated\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eInterior and exterior use\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eSuits MDF, chipboard, hardwood, softwood, plasterboard, PVCu and sheet metal\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eCountersunk cross\/pozi head\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003ePack of 100\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\u003e12 x 2 1\/2\"\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003ePack size\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e100\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eDrive\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eCross\/pozi\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eFinish\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eZinc and yellow passivated\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003c\/table\u003e\u003ch3\u003eWhich one do I need?\u003c\/h3\u003e\u003cp\u003eThe 12 refers to the gauge, which is a heavy, thick screw, and 2 1\/2 inch is the length. Choose this size when you need a stout fixing in timber, for example for joints that carry weight. For lighter work, a thinner gauge is easier to drive and less likely to split the wood.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch3\u003eHow to use\u003c\/h3\u003e\u003col\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eMark out and clamp the parts in place.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eDrill a pilot hole; with a thick gauge this matters even in softwood.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eFit a pozi bit of the right size and keep it in line with the screw.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eDrive until the countersunk head is flush, then stop to avoid stripping.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ol\u003e\u003ch3\u003eFAQs\u003c\/h3\u003e\u003ch4\u003eCan these outdoor wood screws also be used indoors?\u003c\/h4\u003e\u003cp\u003eYes, they are listed for interior and exterior use.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch4\u003eWhat materials do they suit?\u003c\/h4\u003e\u003cp\u003eMDF, chipboard, hardwood, softwood, plasterboard, PVCu and sheet metal.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch4\u003eWhat is the finish?\u003c\/h4\u003e\u003cp\u003eZinc and yellow passivated, with double corrosion resistance.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Securfix","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":67824552804625,"sku":"DS-5457793","price":3.99,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0986\/7323\/0097\/files\/securfix-multi-purpose-screws-12-x-2-1-2-pack-of-100-1.jpg?v=1792515489","url":"https:\/\/diysmith.co.uk\/products\/securfix-multi-purpose-screws-12-x-2-1-2-pack-of-100","provider":"DIYSmith","version":"1.0","type":"link"}