Flooring Screws.

What are Flooring Screws?

Flooring screws are specialised fasteners designed for securing hardwood tongue and groove floorboards and engineered wood flooring in place. 

Manufactured with utmost precision, these wood screw variants feature a unique narrow countersunk head that allows for a flush, concealed installation, ensuring perfect aesthetics. Their unique design offers incredible ease of installation over using messy adhesives or nails.

How Floor Board Screws Work

Wooden floor board screws are indispensable in various applications, from home improvements to commercial flooring projects. Their core design is to secure floorboards without causing movement, damage or creating unsightly bulges.

For example, when installing solid wood flooring, these hardwood floor screws are driven at a 30° angle through the tongue and into the subflooring creating a hidden screw effect. As the screw is driven in, the angle of the countersunk head makes for a smaller footprint but also facilitates the head to sink neatly into the wood avoiding visible damage. This not only provides a sturdy connection but prevents imperfections that can lead to the tongue and groove misaligning and minimises the risk of squeaking, hence the term anti-squeak floor screws.

What Material Flooring Screws Are Made From

Our screws for tongue and groove flooring are made from stainless steel (305). This material is renowned for its corrosion resistance, making these screws ideal for both indoor and outdoor applications.

Stainless steel is particularly beneficial in environments prone to moisture, such as bathrooms or kitchens, as it prevents rust and maintains structural integrity over time.

Size and Type Solid Wood Flooring Screws Available

Accu offers a versatile range of solid wood flooring screws, with lengths from 32mm to 60mm to suit various floorboard thicknesses. The 3.5mm thread size provides excellent holding power, while the narrow countersunk head design ensures a flush, almost hidden finish. The Torx drive (T10) enhances user experience by providing a secure grip and minimising slippage and cam-out during installation.

At Accu, we pride ourselves on providing high-quality anti-squeak floor screws that meet the rigorous demands of precision joinery. Whether you're working on a small home project or a large-scale commercial installation, our flooring screws offer the durability and reliability you need.

In addition to these flooring screws, we also offer a range of other precision-engineered self-tapping fasteners, including self-drilling torx countersunk chipboard screws which negate the need for pre-drilling pilot holes.

FAQs

Q: How long should flooring screws be?

A: The length of flooring screws depends on the thickness of the material being fastened. Typically, screws should penetrate the subfloor by at least 18mm to 25mm. For example, if you're installing 19mm thick floorboards, a 50mm screw would be appropriate to ensure a secure fit.

Q: Can you screw down wood flooring?

A: Yes, wood flooring can be screwed down using specially designed anti-squeak floor screws. These screws provide a more secure and durable installation compared to nails, reducing the likelihood of movement and squeaks. They are particularly useful for hardwood and solid wood flooring, where stability and longevity are critical.

Q: How far apart should screws be for flooring?

A: The spacing for flooring screws generally depends on the type of flooring and subfloor. As a general guideline, screws should be placed approximately every 200mm to 300mm along the length of each floorboard tongue at a 30° angle. This spacing ensures an even distribution of pressure and a secure attachment.

Bespoke Flooring Screws Manufacture.

High precision, bespoke manufacture of Flooring Screws to customer specification. State of the art facilities specialising in both small batch prototyping and large scale manufacture.