Lance wrote:
I need to attach 1-1/2" x 1-1/2" square oak ballisters to the
outside of a 1-1/2" x 12" oak stringer (interior open-riser
stairs). I'll use a Fuller drill/countersink to drill the
ballisters, predrill the stringer, and use a Fuller plug cutter
for plugs to hide the screws.

I'm looking at the #10 (or #12) x 2-1/2" FSL screws from McFeely's
(sq drive). Are these the best screws for the job (one of the
highest torque values to prevent snapping)? Would #12 be better
than the #10's in this case?

Steel screws will corrode in and discolor oak. Use bronze or
stainless steel. Brass is a weaker alternative. Bronze and brass
(especially) screws should be tightened by hand...OK to power drive a
steel one, remove and replace.


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