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    Dec 8, 2009, 06:31 PM
    Which screws to use when attaching metal studs to wood?
    What kind of screws should be used to attach metal stud runners at the top of a metal framed demising wall to wood framing members at the flooring joists above?
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    Dec 8, 2009, 09:38 PM

    Use the one's in the strong tie asile in Home depot. You know the metal lumber helper things.
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    Dec 8, 2009, 10:05 PM

    Coarse thread screws. Something like drywall screws or wood screws.
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    Dec 9, 2009, 06:54 AM

    You can see a picture when you click on the first link in the document. Strong-DriveŽ SD Screw for Structural Connectors

    Closer to a drywall screw.

    I've used screws that were not from simpson that had a square drive head and a course thread.
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