Description

The HILLMAN FASTENERS 48385 is a ceramic-coated exterior wood screw engineered for outdoor fastening applications where corrosion resistance is critical. Sized at 2 inches by number 8, this sharp-point Phillips drive screw features a coarse thread pattern and a Fasntite Gray ceramic coating that has passed 1000-hour salt spray testing. The result is a fastener rated for 10 years of exterior service. Each box contains 5 pounds of screws. Licensed contractors, carpenters, and general tradespeople working on exterior structures rely on this type of fastener where code or project specs require a corrosion-resistant fastener with demonstrated salt spray performance.

These screws are suited for exterior wood-to-wood fastening in decks, fences, framing, siding, and other outdoor structural or finish applications. The coarse thread pattern bites efficiently into dimensional lumber and engineered wood. The ceramic Fasntite Gray finish is designed to resist the electrochemical corrosion that degrades standard zinc-plated or uncoated fasteners in exposed conditions. This SKU is sold as a box of 4 units, each unit being a 5-pound box.

Key Features

Ceramic Fasntite Gray coating rated for 1000-hour salt spray resistance
10-year exterior performance rating
2 inches x number 8 size with coarse thread pattern for solid wood bite
Sharp point tip for self-starting without pre-drilling in most dimensional lumber
Phillips drive head for compatibility with standard driver bits
Sold in 5-pound boxes, packaged 4 boxes per case

Compatibility

Designed as an OEM-style replacement and general-use exterior screw suitable for dimensional lumber, engineered wood, and standard exterior wood construction assemblies.

Installation Notes

Installation is performed by carpenters, general contractors, or trade professionals working on exterior wood assemblies. Drive with a Phillips bit and variable-speed drill or impact driver; avoid overdriving, which can strip the head or fracture the ceramic coating. For hardwoods or dense engineered lumber, a pilot hole is recommended to prevent splitting. Follow applicable building codes for fastener type and spacing on load-bearing exterior assemblies.