Drywall Screws

Drywall screws are specialized fasteners used to attach gypsum board, drywall panels, and related sheet materials to wood framing or metal framing. They are commonly identified by their bugle-shaped heads, sharp points, and recessed drive systems, which allow the screw head to seat into the gypsum board surface without unnecessarily damaging the paper facing. In the construction fastener market, coarse-thread and fine-thread drywall screws are the two primary configurations.

For wood framing, coarse-thread drywall screws are commonly used because their deeper, more widely spaced threads provide effective engagement in timber and other wood-based substrates. Fine-thread versions are generally used with metal framing, where the finer thread profile is better suited to relatively thin steel sections. The appropriate screw configuration depends on the framing material, panel thickness, and installation requirements.

Drywall screws are widely associated with interior construction, including residential and commercial wall systems, ceilings, partitions, remodeling, and general gypsum-board installation. In North American specifications, ASTM C1002 is commonly associated with steel screws used for fastening gypsum panel products to wood framing, while ASTM C954 covers steel drill-point screws used for fastening gypsum panel products to steel framing. Actual specification requirements should be matched to the intended framing system and project requirements.

For B2B buyers, important purchasing variables include thread type, diameter, length, drive style, head configuration, material, and surface finish.