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Drywall Screws - Phosphate Coated Coarse Thread
Coarse Thread Drywall Screws for Interior Projects
These phosphate coated drywall screws are a dependable choice for hanging drywall, attaching panels, and handling common interior fastening projects. They are normally used to fasten drywall to wood studs before mudding and finishing.
The coarse thread design gives the screw more surface area to bite into wood. That makes these drywall screws useful for drywall installation, wood studs, OSB, plywood, MDF, and other light-duty interior fastening jobs.
Easy Installation with a #2 Phillips Bit
Each screw installs with a standard #2 Phillips bit, making them easy to use with common drills and drivers. The flat head style is designed to sit flush with the material, which is important when drywall mud or finishing work will be applied over the screw head.
For best results, use the correct screw length for your material thickness and avoid over-driving the screw into drywall or wood panels.
Phosphate Coated Drywall Screws for Better Mud and Paint Adhesion
The phosphate coating helps improve adhesion for drywall mud and paint, making these screws a good choice for interior drywall applications. This coating is commonly used on drywall screws because it helps finishing materials bond over the screw head.
These screws are intended for interior use. They are not recommended for outdoor or wet locations where corrosion resistance is required.
Useful for Drywall, Wood Panels, and Light-Duty Mounting
While drywall screws are primarily made for attaching drywall to wood studs, they are also handy for fastening wood to wood in many light-duty applications. They can be used with materials such as OSB, plywood, or MDF when the project does not require a structural fastener.
Because the threads have a large gripping surface-area, these screws can also be useful for lightweight surface-mount projects on drywall. Always choose the correct anchor, stud location, or mounting method for the weight of the item being installed.
Drywall Screw Sizes Available

Vetco Part Number
Size
Package Quantity

HIL-42649
#6 x 1"
100 Pack

HIL-42650
#6 x 1-1/4"
100 Pack

HIL-42651
#6 x 1-5/8"
75 Pack

HIL-42652
#6 x 2"
50 Pack

Technical Features

Product Type
Drywall Screws

Thread Type
Coarse Thread

Head Style
Flat Head

Drive Type
#2 Phillips

Coating
Phosphate Coated

Common Use
Drywall to Wood Studs

Other Uses
OSB, Plywood, MDF, Light-Duty Wood-to-Wood Fastening

Application Type
Interior Use

Why Vetco Carries These Drywall Screws
Vetco carries these coarse thread drywall screws because they are a practical everyday fastener for home projects, shop repairs, enclosures, panels, and general interior work. They are simple, affordable, and useful to keep on hand when you need a screw that bites well into wood and sits flush in drywall or sheet material.
Select the size that best matches your project above. These screws work just as expected for drywall and many light-duty interior fastening tasks.
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