Ratings & Reviews for Grip-Rite PrimeGuard Plus #8 x 1-5/8-in Wood to wood Deck Screws 619 -Per Box
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What Customers Are Saying
Customers overwhelmingly praise these screws for exceptional Torx drive performance that prevents slipping and stripping far better than traditional designs. Many highlight superior holding power and durability in outdoor conditions, with screws installed years ago showing no rust or degradation. Reviewers consistently note the polymer coating resists harsh weather, the countersinking head seats flush without pre-drilling, and installation feels effortless. Most describe them as reliable go-to fasteners for wood projects. A few report minor bit compatibility confusion or isolated defects, but these are rare outliers. Overall, customers strongly recommend them for demanding outdoor applications.
Customer review summary generated by AI, including incentivized reviews.Picnic
Would RecommendPurchased these screws to build a picnic table and benches, I liked the star head design and the free bit included
From PrimeGuard Plus #9 x 2-in Wood to wood Deck Screws 123 -Per Box Verified Purchaser
A little pricey, but worth it
Would RecommendThese coated screws afford the easiest and most reliable installation of any I've used. The star drive prevents torque out, the counter-sink head does its job well. They are a little more expensive than some others, but the convenience and good performance is worth it.
From PrimeGuard Plus #8 x 1-5_SLASH_8-in Wood to wood Deck Screws 619 -Per Box Verified Purchaser
My fence contractor learned something new.
Would Recommendi insisted with my fence contractor that our new cedar fence must be built using deck screws instead of nails, since they won't rust or pull out. He said that he had never done that in more than 20 years. After realizing that the custom head/fitting design of the deck screws made it easy and fast to put up, he said he will start using that as a selling point that makes him stand out above his competition. It is a little more expensive than using nails and not as fast as using a nail gun, but the...
From PrimeGuard Plus #8 x 1-5_SLASH_8-in Wood to wood Deck Screws 619 -Per Box Verified Purchaser
dull tips
Would Not Recommendthey are priced as much or higher than GRK or fastenal, but they are impossible to start without pre drilling when using an impact drill, and hard to start with a conventional drill. the ridges under the head look like they would minimize splitting, but they don't. the coating seems great, but not worth the wasted time.
From PrimeGuard Plus #8 x 1-5_SLASH_8-in Wood to wood Deck Screws 619 -Per Box