{"product_id":"securfix-multi-purpose-screws-4-0-x-45mm-8-x-1-3-4-pack-of-200","title":"Securfix Multi-Purpose Screws 4.0 x 45mm (8 x 1 3\/4\"), Pack of 200","description":"\u003cp\u003ePick these 4.0 x 45mm multi purpose screws when you want 200 countersunk, zinc and yellow passivated screws in the pack. They are rated for interior and exterior use and suit softwood, sheet metal, MDF, PVCu, chipboard, hardwood and plasterboard.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch3\u003eKey features\u003c\/h3\u003e\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eSize 4.0 x 45mm (8 x 1 3\/4 inch)\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003ePack of 200\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eCross\/pozi drive\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eCountersunk head\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eZinc and yellow passivated\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eDouble corrosion resistance\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eInterior and exterior use\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eSuits softwood, sheet metal, MDF, PVCu, chipboard, hardwood and plasterboard\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\u003e4.0 x 45mm\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\u003ePack size\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e200\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003c\/table\u003e\u003ch3\u003eWhich one do I need?\u003c\/h3\u003e\u003cp\u003eAdd up the thickness of what you are fixing and the depth you want in the backing material; if the total is close to 45mm, this size is a sensible choice.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch3\u003eHow to use\u003c\/h3\u003e\u003col\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eMark each fixing point and check behind the surface for pipes and cables.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eDrill a pilot hole in hardwood, or close to the end of a board, to lower the risk of splitting.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eFit a pozi or cross bit that matches the recess so it does not slip and mark the head.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eStop when the countersunk head sits flush with the surface, without over-tightening.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ol\u003e\u003ch3\u003eFAQs\u003c\/h3\u003e\u003ch4\u003eHow many 4.0 x 45mm (8 x 1 3\/4 inch) screws come in the pack?\u003c\/h4\u003e\u003cp\u003eThere are 200 in the pack, sized 4.0 x 45mm (8 x 1 3\/4 inch).\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch4\u003eDo they work outside?\u003c\/h4\u003e\u003cp\u003eYes, outdoor use is listed, helped by a zinc and yellow passivated finish on the 4.0 x 45mm (8 x 1 3\/4 inch) screws.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch4\u003eDo 4.0 x 45mm multi purpose screws work in MDF and chipboard?\u003c\/h4\u003e\u003cp\u003eMDF and chipboard are both in the list of materials for 4.0 x 45mm (8 x 1 3\/4 inch), which also includes softwood, hardwood, plasterboard and sheet metal.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Securfix","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":67824532324625,"sku":"DS-9841511","price":2.99,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0986\/7323\/0097\/files\/securfix-multi-purpose-screws-4-0-x-45mm-8-x-1-3-4-pack-of-200-1.jpg?v=1792515287","url":"https:\/\/diysmith.co.uk\/products\/securfix-multi-purpose-screws-4-0-x-45mm-8-x-1-3-4-pack-of-200","provider":"DIYSmith","version":"1.0","type":"link"}