TIMCO Solo Woodscrews Mixed Tray (1,200 Piece)

In-Depth Look

Carpenters, joiners and general builders get through woodscrews quickly, which makes buying separate boxes of each size slow. The TIMCO Solo mixed tray puts 1,200 screws in a range of sizes in one organised tray.

Head and Drive

The countersunk Pozi head sits flush with the timber, and every size takes a Pozi No.2 bit, so one bit covers the tray.

Pilot Holes

In dense hardwood, thin timber close to edges, or near end grain, drill a pilot hole slightly shorter than the screw. It reduces the risk of splitting and helps the screw pull the joint tight.

Mixed Tray Format

Each size has its own compartment, so you can pick the right screw without sorting through a mixed bag. One listing shows sizes from 3.5 x 16mm to 5.0 x 80mm, but check the listing for the exact sizes in the tray you buy.

Yellow Zinc Finish

Yellow zinc plating is for internal use and sheltered conditions. It is not suitable for external use, ground contact or treated timber. Use stainless steel screws for those jobs.

Summary

The TIMCO Solo mixed tray is a 1,200-piece assortment of countersunk Pozi woodscrews for indoor timber work, kept sorted by size.

How It Compares

This tray holds 1,200 TIMCO Solo woodscrews in a compartment tray with a carrying handle. The screws have a countersunk Pozi head with a No.2 (PZ2) recess and a yellow zinc finish. The tray covers a spread of lengths and diameters, so one tray stands in for several single-size boxes.

A compartment tray keeps sizes apart, which saves sorting through a mixed tub when you need one length.

Every screw in the tray uses a PZ2 bit, so a driver bit set helps. The DeWalt screwdriver bit set is covered on this site. Our guide on which screw for which job explains how to match screw to task.

Common Questions

What length of screw do I need? The screw should pass through the first piece and bite well into the second.

What is a Pozi No.2 recess and which bit fits? Pozi is a cross-shaped recess with extra marks between the arms. No.2 is the size. A Pozi No.2 (PZ2) bit fits it. Use the matching bit to keep the bit from slipping out of the head.

What does a yellow zinc finish mean for outdoor use? Treat it as a coating for general fixing indoors. Check the pack before using screws outside.

How do I stop screws splitting wood? Drill a pilot hole and keep screws clear of the edge or end of the board.

How do I keep sizes sorted? A compartment tray helps. Label the compartments and return each screw to its own compartment after the job.

Follow the instructions of the tool you use to drive them.