Ratings & Reviews for Hillman 1/4-in x 20 Zinc-plated Steel Wood insert Nut 4 Count
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What Customers Are Saying
Customers report mixed results with these threaded inserts. Many describe the metal as too soft and prone to cracking or stripping during installation, particularly in hardwoods, with some finding the material non-magnetic and brittle. However, a substantial group confirms the inserts work well in soft woods, particle board, and MDF when pre-drilled correctly or combined with epoxy. Success depends heavily on application type and installation method. While some praise smooth threads and functionality, others cite poor value and lack of clear installation guidance. Overall, reviewers find them suitable for specific soft-wood projects but unreliable for demanding applications.
Customer review summary generated by AI, including incentivized reviews.Easy to use
Would RecommendUsed a bit driver to install in predrilled hole. Made installation easy.
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needs to have a flat base to work
Would Recommendeasy to lock into place
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Great price for something I really needed.
Would RecommendI’m so glad I Lowe’s had these, saved me a lot of trouble.
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Good buy, but be careful installing
Would RecommendEasy to use, very sturdy. But the hex point used to screw it in can easily crack and make it difficult to fully install. But overall a good product.
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Inserted in wood project
Would RecommendWorked as specified
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These are press in not thread in
Would RecommendWorked as needed
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Threaded insert
Would RecommendJust the right size.
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Worked perfectly!
Would RecommendEasy to use
Carefully check the size hole you drill.
Test you drill hole! There was no guidance on the size of hole the collar should be inserted into. The size I chose initially was just a tad tight and when I used the hex wrench to screw this collar into the wood the hex end cracked before it was fully screwed in. I used a reverse bit to backout the entire collar (and tossed it away). Next drilled the next larger size drill to enlarge the hole and it went on ok this time.
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Wood inserts
Would RecommendThis is a soft metal and using a hex key I stripped 2 out of four, so I threaded in a 1/4 20 bolt and turned it in that way. That’s why I gave it a 4 rating. Other than that glitch, they work just as they should.
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Inserts
Would RecommendExcellent
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Easy to use.
From 1_SLASH_4-in x 20 Steel Cast zinc Wood insert Nut 4 Count Verified Purchaser
Not bad
Would Recommendthe deep well's, strips out very easy tho.
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