Self-Tapping Screws

Tapping is when screws create threads in the material they are driven into. Whereas regular screws are typically driven into specially prepared drill holes, a self-tapping screw makes its own threads as it enters. However, they still require a pre-drilled pilot hole, especially with tough materials like hardwood or metal. Self-tapping screws are compatible with softwood, hardwood, metal and plastic.

Self-Tapping Screws vs Self Drilling Screws



The main difference is that self-drilling screws do not need a pilot hole. Their tip is shaped like a drill bit, allowing them to drill ahead of themselves while creating their own thread like a self-tapping screw. With self-tappers, a pilot hole is usually needed. The reason a pilot hole is drilled for both self-tapping metal screws and regular screws is to avoid cracking and damaging the material you’re working with.

Toolstation stocks a wide range of self-tapping screws in various sizes and designs. Our selection includes countersunk self-tapping screws and pan head self-tapping screws at affordable prices.
Fixman
( 82 )

£9.99

ex. VAT £8.32 750 Piece

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20+ available for delivery

Forgefix
( 326 )

£3.49

ex. VAT £2.91 200 Pack

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Apex
( 225 )

£6.69

ex. VAT £5.57 100 Pack

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20+ available for delivery

( 326 )

£4.69

ex. VAT £3.91 200 Pack

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20+ available for delivery

Apex
( 133 )

£6.98

ex. VAT £5.82 100 Pack

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Apex
10% Off
( 16 )

£12.99 was £15.21

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( 326 )

£4.29

ex. VAT £3.57 200 Pack

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Forgefix
( 326 )

£2.99

ex. VAT £2.49 200 Pack

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6 available for delivery

( 9 )

£5.69

ex. VAT £4.74 200 Pack

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14 available for delivery

Forgefix
( 326 )

£2.59

ex. VAT £2.16 200 Pack

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Forgefix
( 326 )

£3.79

ex. VAT £3.16 200 Pack

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( 225 )

£14.89

ex. VAT £12.41 100 Pack

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( 36 )

£4.49

ex. VAT £3.74 200 Pack

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19 available for delivery

Forgefix
( 326 )

£2.01

ex. VAT £1.67 200 Pack

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Out of stock for delivery

Apex
( 133 )

£6.19

ex. VAT £5.16 100 Pack

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Apex
30% Off
( 32 )

£10.00 was £15.29

ex. VAT £8.33 100 Pack

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19 available for delivery

( 101 )

£6.19

ex. VAT £5.16 200 Pack

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12 available for delivery

( 101 )

£2.51

ex. VAT £2.09 200 Pack

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20+ available for delivery

Apex
( 133 )

£10.49

ex. VAT £8.74 100 Pack

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DeWalt DeWalt
( 27 )

£11.89

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Fixman
( 36 )

£15.80

ex. VAT £13.17 570 Piece

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Out of stock for delivery

Apex
( 225 )

£5.59

ex. VAT £4.66 100 Pack

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DeWalt DeWalt
( 27 )

£11.19

ex. VAT £9.32 100 Pack

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20+ available for delivery

( 101 )

£3.09

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16 available for delivery