Questions and Answers for DECKMATE #9 2-1/2 in. Tan Exterior Self-Starting Star Flat-Head Wood Deck Screw (5 lbs./435-Pieces)

A:  According to the site it says qty is 435. This information can be found in the 'Details' section of the Specifications of the product.

A:  The inspector informed me using joist hangers the screws need to be 3” long

A:  per deckmate info about 435 per 5 pound box

A:  About 350.

A:  5 lbs. worth.

A:  The screw had to be in the wood half way before it actually took to self taping I used different brand that were much better

A:  These are deck screws, designed to go into treated pine, usually. No countersink required.

A:  DeWalt drill

A:  I used my drill and had no problem with countersinking the screws.

A:  Box says Made it Taiwan.

A:  Taiwan

A:  Not sure of the size its either a 20 or 25. There should be 1 in the box

A:  I bought the 5 lb. box and the bit was included.

A:  Did not used return to store

A:  T-25, which is included

A:  It is a T-25 bit, not a T-20. One bit is included in every box of screws.

A:  Deckmate #9 x 2-1/2 in. Star flat-head deck screws

A:  i dont know if there is a guide for this but the 2 1/2 inch screw works well.

A:  I would always want twice the length as your board is thick. A 5/4 deck board is an inch thick, so 2" minimum.

A:  The Deckmate #9 x 2-1/2 in. star flat-head wood deck screw is a good choice for your 5/4" lumber attached to a 2x6" joist.

A:  3"hex screw

A:  Yes.

A:  Yes. If the wood is very wet, be careful no to drive it too deep. I've used them (shorter ones) to re-plank my deck. They also come in green I believe.

A:  Yes

A:  Yes, they work great with any type of wood.

A:  Absolutely! Thats basically what I used these screws for. I used them building a Pressure treated deck.