The drywallers at my brothers house used 1 1/4 screws. I always thought they should use 1 5/8.
What do you guys think ?
Roy
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1-1/4" for 1/2
1-5/8" for 5/8
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Remodeling Contractor just outside the Glass City.
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1-1/4" for either into metal stud
Its all about speed Roy. 1 1/4 will hold just fine, but it takes a heck of alot longer to drive an 1 5/8" screw. The drywallers know what they are doing, I'd leave them alone unless you want a drywall hatchet upside your head.
Gordsco
Thanks fellas,
I'll be hanging my own, just wanted to hear what you all thought. I don't have to worry about a hatchet upside my head as it's my two brothers helping and they know I'd stop buying the beer if they hassle me :)