What Size of Screws to Use for 2x4s, 4x4s & Other Boards?
One of the most important questions to answer before joining two boards is what kind of fasteners to use. The second most important question is what size of fasteners to …
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How to Unscrew a Screw Without a Screwdriver: 4 (Mostly) Easy Ways
I will assume that since you are trying to unscrew a screw without a screwdriver, you are in a hurry. That you don’t have the time to buy a screwdriver. …
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How to Fix a Stripped Screw Hole: 6 Ways That Work with Wood, Plastic, and Metal
If you just managed to extract a damaged screw and are wondering what to do next, you’re in the right place. You could, theoretically, just take a new screw and …
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Irwin Hanson Master Extraction Set Review: Is There Any Hardware It Can’t Extract?
REVIEWED PRODUCT Irwin Tools Hanson Master Extraction Set A 48-piece set of bolt and screw extractors – as well as cobalt drill bits – that comes with a storage case. …
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7 Best Bolt and Screw Extractor Sets to Get in 2023
In a hurry? If you’re looking for a comprehensive set of bolt and screw extractors, I highly recommend checking the Irwin Tools Hanson Master Extraction Set. It’s a quality product …
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Screws vs. Nails: Which One to Use for Framing, Deck, Fence & Other Situations?
Considering that both screws and nails are widely used for connecting pieces of wood, to a layman they might seem interchangeable. And, while that is true to a certain extent, …
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Alden Pro Grabit Review: A Must-Have Damaged Screw Extractor?
It’s best to avoid stripping screws in the first place. However, from time to time, even the most experienced handymen will damage a screw head. While there are multiple ways …
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How to Remove Stripped Screws: Techniques That Work with Wood, Metal & Plastic
Previously, I wrote about 4 tips that can help you avoid stripping screws. However, chances are that even if you follow all of them, you will still damage a screw …
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How to Avoid Stripping Screws: Follow These 4 Simple Tips
Even though there are various ways to extract them, there are fewer things more frustrating for handymen and DIYers than stripped screws. They can not only slow you down but …
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