[SML] [External] Skinny screws?

[Dave Vick]

Home Depot carries GRK trim screws.

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On Tue, Mar 16, 2021 at 7:58 AM Stephen Rees via Stagecraft <
stagecraft at theatrical.net> wrote:

> They are a bit more spendy, but maybe something like a GRK Trim Screw
> would work for you. My lumber yard carries them but you might find them
> online as well.  Try Googling GRK and see what you find.
> Steve
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> On Mon, Mar 15, 2021 at 8:59 PM Joe via Stagecraft <
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>> Locally lumber has jumped in price, so we are looking at trying to use
>> less lumber.  We typically use 2x3 for most of what we build, not because
>> we need the strength of a 2x3, but because it can take a lot of abuse and
>> not split on us.  Personally, I prefer to go with lighter weight builds if
>> I can.  It is just easier to handle. But, 2x2 is a little more prone to
>> splitting, and 1x2 is very much more likely.  I know drilling a pilot hole
>> helps, but that takes an extra step.
>>
>> We typically use standard drywall screws. I see there are fine thread
>> drywall screws, but when I look up the O.D. and Root diameters, they are
>> the same as coarse thread drywall #6 screws.
>>
>> Today, I tried to use 1x2 as much as possible for a gas range set piece
>> from the 40's.  I was careful to drill pilot holes anytime I went into the
>> 3/4" side of the 1x2. And I didn't have any problems.
>>
>> We have also  shifted to using Hardboard instead of Luan. At $9.19 for a
>> 4x8, it is a lot cheaper. But, I find it frustrating that it is only 48
>> 3/4" wide. I am sure that is for a reason in some applications. But, I
>> prefer a true 4'x8' sheet.
>>
>> Any other ideas?
>>
>> -Joe
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