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The terms “self-tapping” and “self-drilling” are often used interchangeably when describing screws that cut their own threads. While they share some similarities, however, they aren’t the same. Self-tapping and self-drilling are two different types of screws with their own unique … Read More

Some types of screws are easier to use than others. Self-drilling screws, for instance, eliminate the need for a pilot hole. You can use them to join wood, metal and even plastic. As you drive a self-drilling screw into an … Read More