Fine thread drywall screws are designed for fastening drywall to light-gauge metal studs. Coarse thread drywall screws feature deeper threads that provide a stronger hold when fastening drywall to wooden studs.
Self-drilling drywall screws, such as #6 x 1-5/8" screws, are ideal for attaching drywall to heavy-gauge metal framing or steel studs, where standard sharp-point screws cannot easily penetrate the metal.
Plasterboard-to-plasterboard screws are specialized fasteners designed to join two layers of plasterboard together, providing extra structural stability without requiring direct support from a metal or wooden stud.
Collated drywall screws come in strips designed to fit most major brands of auto-feed screw guns. It is always recommended to check the specifications of your tool to ensure proper alignment and feeding.
Most standard drywall screws are finished with a black phosphate coating, which offers basic corrosion protection during construction and works well with joint compound and paint finishes.