Order screws and nails for delivery in Folkestone

Our screws and nails range for Folkestone jobs

• Frame and concrete screwsFor fixing frames and battens into masonry.
• Multi-purpose wood screwsGeneral fixing in timber and sheet materials.
• Collated screws and nailsFor autofeed screwdrivers and nail guns.
• Clout and lost-head nailsFor felt, boards and finishing.
• Round wire and galvanised nailsFor framing, carcassing and external work.

Sizing your order

Fixing 30 sheets of plasterboard at about 35 screws a sheet uses 1,050 drywall screws, or 2 boxes of 1,000.

Getting the right screws and nails

Structural fixings

Joist hangers, straps and structural connections need the fixings the connector maker specifies.

Length

A rule of thumb is a fixing at least two and a half times the thickness of the piece you are fixing.

Getting screws and nails onto your Folkestone site

Boxed fixings travel with the rest of your order. Folkestone is inside our standard mainland delivery area.

• Pallets left on a pavement can block the footway, so plan a drop point inside your boundary where you can.
• In summer Folkestone gets around 16h 34m of daylight, but early deliveries still beat the traffic and give the longest working day.
• For a phased build we can split the order so materials arrive as each stage starts, which keeps the site clear.

Ordering screws and nails for Folkestone: FAQs

What screws for plasterboard?

Drywall screws: coarse thread for timber studs, fine thread or self-drilling for metal.

Do you deliver screws and nails to trades and homeowners in Folkestone?

Both. Trades can apply for a trade account; homeowners and self-builders can order on a delivered quote.

How soon can screws and nails be delivered in Folkestone?

We confirm the delivery date when we price your order, before you commit. It depends on the product, the quantity and whether it is a stock line or made to order.

How long should a screw be?

As a rough guide, at least two and a half times the thickness of the material being fixed.