Black Oxide Wood Screws

Bill_F. | Posted in Joinery on June 3, 2000 08:19am

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Does anyone know of a mail order source or a retail source in the NY or NJ area for black oxide wood screws? I’m having a hard time finding them and need them for decorative purposes on a project I’m working on. I know about McFeely’s, but don’t want to use their square drive screws. I’d appreciate any help.

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gpwestmoreland | May 29, 2000 06:52am | #1
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Bill,

Looking in my Woodworker's Hardware Catalog, I find no slotted black screws, but a very limited selection of pan-head Phillip's head; largest size offered is #6 X 3/4". Assume you can't use black drywall screws? If you're interested, web site is http://www.wwhardware.com. GP.

Bill_F. | May 29, 2000 07:20am | #2
*GP, As a matter of fact, 6 x 3/4 pan head in Phillips is just one of the sizes I'm looking for. I'm also looking for the same screw but in a no. 8. I can't use the drywall. Much thanks for your help. Bill

Bill_Watts | May 30, 2000 03:09am | #3
*Bill F. You can use an ordinary bright plated screw that can be purchased anywhere. File the plating off the screw head and part of the shank, then heat the screw with a torch and it will turn a beautiful antique black color. The filing also creates flats and file marks the contribute to the antique effect. I read this tip in Thomas loser's book on shaker furniture and used it on several projects. I like it.Bill

Bill_F. | May 31, 2000 06:13am | #4
*Bill, Thanks for the good tip. Bill F.

John_Nolte | Jun 02, 2000 11:41pm | #5
*Bill & Bill:To make lots of blued screws quickly, I strip the zinc plating with muriatic acid (about 5 seconds or until the bubbles stop); rinse in cold water; heat in an oven in a ceramic or pyrex container to about 570 degrees; quench in oil to stop the process.John
Bill_F. | Jun 03, 2000 08:19am | #6
*John, Yours is a good tip for me to file away for future projects. Thanks. Bill F.

aspenfasteners.com | Jun 15, 2011 03:10pm | #7
supply source for black oxide wood screws

Aspen Fasteners offers a huge selection of all types and styles of screws, nuts, bolts and washers with distribution centers across the USA and Canada. Free same day shipping in continental USA. A full line of black oxide flat head phillips wood screws are available from stock - http://www.aspenfasteners.com/Wood-Screws-Flat-Phillips-Drive-Steel-Black-Oxide-s/1125.htm for more information.