Credit: Simpson Strong-Tie Company Inc.
The hex-head Strong Drive SDWH screws require less torque to install than comparable fasteners, making them easier to drive in general-purpose fastening. Measuring 3 to 10 inches long, the screws feature a corrosion-resistant coating that’s suitable for interior and exterior treated-wood applications. Simpson Strong-Tie. 800-999-5099. www.strongtie.com.
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