Traditional slotted countersunk brass wood screws, available in a wide range of sizes from 1/2″ x 4 up to 4″ x 12. Sold in boxes of 100 or 200. Ideal where corrosion resistance and appearance both matter.
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Size
QTY
Price
QTY
1/2" x 4
200
£3.22£3.86
5/8" x 4
200
£3.88£4.66
3/4" x 4
200
£4.12£4.94
1" x 4
200
£5.17£6.20
1/2" x 6
200
£4.97£5.96
5/8" x 6
200
£5.76£6.91
3/4" x 6
200
£6.54£7.85
1" x 6
200
£8.22£9.86
1 1/4" x 6
200
£9.89£11.87
1 1/2" x 6
200
£11.11£13.33
2" x 6
200
£11.84£14.21
1 1/4" x 7
200
£9.89£11.87
1/2" x 8
200
£4.88£5.86
5/8" x 8
200
£7.13£8.56
3/4" x 8
200
£9.54£11.45
1" x 8
200
£11.77£14.12
1 1/4" x 8
200
£13.89£16.67
1 1/2" x 8
200
£16.02£19.22
1 3/4" x 8
200
£18.41£22.09
2" x 8
200
£21.01£25.21
2 1/2" x 8
200
£25.21£30.25
3/4" x 10
200
£8.81£10.57
1" x 10
200
£15.72£18.86
1 1/4" x 10
200
£18.73£22.48
1 1/2" x 10
200
£21.72£26.06
1 3/4" x 10
200
£24.95£29.94
2" x 10
200
£28.24£33.89
2 1/2" x 10
200
£18.99£22.79
3" x 10
100
£20.40£24.48
1" x 12
200
£14.32£17.18
1 1/2" x 12
200
£19.75£23.70
2" x 12
200
£20.74£24.89
2 1/2" x 12
100
£21.77£26.12
3" x 12
100
£26.25£31.50
4" x 12
100
£33.80£40.56
A countersunk solid brass wood screw is one of those things that gets overlooked until you actually need one. Steel screws rust, stainless can be overkill, and for joinery, cabinetry, hardwood fittings or anything that will be seen, brass is simply the right material. It won’t corrode, it won’t stain surrounding timber, and it looks the part when the finish is on. These are traditional slotted countersunk screws in solid brass, not plated, not coated. Solid brass through and through.
The range covers a serious spread of sizes. From compact 1/2″ x 4 for fine work up to a beefy 4″ x 12 for heavier structural joinery applications. That breadth means you’re not hunting around for odd sizes or making do with something close enough. Whether it’s hinge fitting, quadrant beading, cabinet work, heritage restoration, or fixing hardwood thresholds, there’s a size here that actually fits the job.
Where Solid Brass Wood Screws Get Used
In practice these turn up in a lot of places. Period property restoration is an obvious one, where using modern screws would look wrong and potentially cause problems with inspectors on listed buildings. Boat building and marine joinery is another common application, since brass holds up in damp and salt-laden environments where steel would fail quickly. Furniture makers and cabinet fitters use them wherever the screw head will be visible. They’re also popular for fixing antique ironmongery, traditional hinges, escutcheon plates and other period hardware where you just wouldn’t reach for a Torx screw.
Appearance and Corrosion Resistance
One of the practical advantages of solid brass over plated equivalents is durability of finish. A plated screw will eventually corrode through the coating, especially in external or damp conditions. With solid brass, the material is consistent all the way through, so surface marks polish out and there’s no base metal waiting to rust underneath. For exposed decorative fixings, that matters.
Available in boxes of 100 or 200 depending on size, so there’s enough there for a proper job without having to order twice.
Pro Tip: Always pilot drill hardwood before driving brass screws, especially in larger gauges. Brass is softer than steel and the shank will snap cleanly if you force it into dense timber without a clearance hole.
These screws are used wherever appearance, corrosion resistance, or material compatibility with timber is a priority. Common applications include fitting traditional hinges and latches on period joinery, fixing hardwood thresholds and door furniture, cabinetmaking, boat and marine joinery, and heritage restoration work on listed buildings. They're also a standard choice for antique furniture repair where matching the original fixings matters to the finish.
Best For
Period property and heritage restoration
Cabinet making and furniture fitting
Marine and boat joinery
Hardwood thresholds and door furniture
Antique ironmongery and traditional hinges
Any application where the screw head will be visible
Works With
Hardwood and softwood timber
Traditional hinges and escutcheon plates
Decorative cabinet hardware
Period door and window furniture
Key Features
Solid brass construction, not plated
Countersunk slotted head
Wide size range: 1/2" x 4 up to 4" x 12
Available in boxes of 100 or 200
Corrosion resistant in damp conditions
Will not stain or discolour surrounding timber
Not suitable for: Not suitable for structural applications where load-bearing performance is required, as brass is softer than steel and not rated for structural fixings. Not recommended for driving into hardwood without pilot holes, as the shank will shear.
Select the correct size for your application before you start. The gauge determines how well the screw bites, and the length needs to give sufficient thread engagement without breaking through the far side of the workpiece. As a general rule, two thirds of the screw length should be in the receiving timber.
Always drill a pilot hole slightly smaller than the shank diameter, and a clearance hole through the top piece. In anything harder than pine, a countersink bit to recess the head neatly is worth the extra thirty seconds. Lubricate the thread lightly with beeswax or a candle stub if driving into dense hardwood. Drive with a flat-bladed screwdriver that fits the slot properly. An ill-fitting driver blade will bruise the slot and leave a messy head.
Mark your fixing position and clamp or hold workpieces securely before drilling
Drill a pilot hole slightly smaller than the screw shank diameter through both pieces
Open the clearance hole in the top piece to the full shank diameter so the screw pulls the joint tight
Use a countersink bit to recess the head flush or just below the surface
Apply a small amount of beeswax or candle wax to the thread for easier driving in hardwood
Drive with a flat-bladed screwdriver that matches the slot width exactly
Stop driving once the head is flush. Brass slots strip easily if you over-tighten
What is the difference between solid brass and brass-plated screws?
Solid brass screws are made entirely from brass alloy, so the material is consistent all the way through. Brass-plated screws have a steel core with a thin brass coating. The plating can wear, chip, or corrode through over time, exposing the steel underneath. For damp environments, visible fixings, or anywhere the screw is permanent, solid brass is the better choice.
Do I really need to pilot drill for brass wood screws?
Yes, particularly in any timber harder than softwood. Brass is a relatively soft metal and the shank will twist and snap if you drive it into resistance without a proper pilot hole. It happens fast and is frustrating. Drill a pilot hole every time, add a clearance hole in the top piece, and you will not have a problem.
Manufactured from solid brass alloy with a traditional slotted countersunk head profile. Brass offers good natural corrosion resistance without coatings or plating, making it suitable for damp, humid, and marine environments. The material is non-ferrous and will not cause tannin staining in oak or other reactive hardwoods. Sizes follow traditional imperial gauge standards, with gauges ranging from 4 to 12 and lengths from 1/2" to 4".
Head Type
Countersunk slotted
Material
Solid brass
Drive Type
Slotted
Size Range (Length)
1/2" to 4"
Gauge Range
4 to 12
Box Quantities Available
100 or 200
Finish
Natural brass
Size
1 1/2" x 10, 1 1/2" x 12, 1 1/2" x 6, 1 1/2" x 8, 1 1/4" x 10, 1 1/4" x 6, 1 1/4" x 7, 1 1/4" x 8, 1 3/4" x 10, 1 3/4" x 8, 1/2" x 4, 1/2" x 6, 1/2" x 8, 1" x 10, 1" x 12, 1" x 4, 1" x 6, 1" x 8, 2 1/2" x 10, 2 1/2" x 12, 2 1/2" x 8, 2" x 10, 2" x 12, 2" x 6, 2" x 8, 3/4" x 10, 3/4" x 4, 3/4" x 6, 3/4" x 8, 3" x 10, 3" x 12, 4" x 12, 5/8" x 4, 5/8" x 6, 5/8" x 8
Box Quantity
100, 200
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