Self-Tapping Screws

Tapping is when screws create threads in the material they are driven into. Whereas regular screws are typically driven into specially prepared drill holes, a self-tapping screw makes its own threads as it enters. However, they still require a pre-drilled pilot hole, especially with tough materials like hardwood or metal. Self-tapping screws are compatible with softwood, hardwood, metal and plastic.

Self-Tapping Screws vs Self Drilling Screws



The main difference is that self-drilling screws do not need a pilot hole. Their tip is shaped like a drill bit, allowing them to drill ahead of themselves while creating their own thread like a self-tapping screw. With self-tappers, a pilot hole is usually needed. The reason a pilot hole is drilled for both self-tapping metal screws and regular screws is to avoid cracking and damaging the material you’re working with.

Toolstation stocks a wide range of self-tapping screws in various sizes and designs. Our selection includes countersunk self-tapping screws and pan head self-tapping screws at affordable prices.
Fixman Fixman / Pan Head Self Tapping Pozi Screw Pack
( 82 )

£9.99

ex. VAT £8.32 750 Piece

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Forgefix Forgefix / Self Tapping Pan Head Pozi Screw 3/4" x 8
( 340 )

£3.49

ex. VAT £2.91 200 Pack

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Apex Apex / Stainless Self Tapping Pan Head Pozi Screw 1/2" x 6
( 234 )

£6.69

ex. VAT £5.57 100 Pack

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Unbranded / Self Tapping Pan Head Pozi Screw 3/4" x 10
( 340 )

£4.69

ex. VAT £3.91 200 Pack

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Unbranded / Self Tapping Pan Head Pozi Screw 1 1/4" x 8
( 340 )

£4.29

ex. VAT £3.57 200 Pack

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Apex Apex / Stainless Self Tapping Countersunk Pozi Screw 1 1/2" x 10
10% Off
( 16 )

£12.99 was £15.21

ex. VAT £10.82 100 Pack

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Forgefix Forgefix / Self Tapping Pan Head Pozi Screw 3/8" x 4
( 340 )

£2.01

ex. VAT £1.67 200 Pack

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Unbranded / Self Tapping Countersunk Pozi Screw 1 1/4" x 8
( 9 )

£5.69

ex. VAT £4.74 200 Pack

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DeWalt DeWalt / DeWalt Tapper-Pro Blue Hex Head Self-Tapping Screws 6.3 x 32mm
( 13 )

£10.19

ex. VAT £8.49 100 Pack

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Unbranded / Self Tapping Pan Head Pozi Screw 1 1/2" x 8
( 37 )

£4.49

ex. VAT £3.74 200 Pack

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DeWalt DeWalt / DeWalt Tapper-Pro Blue Hex Head Self-Tapping Screws 6.3 x 45mm
( 29 )

£11.89

ex. VAT £9.91 100 Pack

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Fixman Fixman / A2 Stainless Self Tapping Pozi Screw Pack
( 37 )

£15.80

ex. VAT £13.17 570 Piece

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Apex Apex / Stainless Self Tapping Pan Head Pozi Screw 1 1/4" x 8
( 234 )

£13.44

ex. VAT £11.20 100 Pack

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Apex Apex / Stainless Self Tapping Pan Head Pozi Screw 1 1/2" x 8
30% Off
( 32 )

£10.00 was £15.29

ex. VAT £8.33 100 Pack

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Forgefix Forgefix / Self Tapping Pan Head Pozi Screw 1/2" x 6
( 340 )

£2.59

ex. VAT £2.16 200 Pack

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Forgefix Forgefix / Self Tapping Pan Head Pozi Screw 1/2" x 8
( 340 )

£2.99

ex. VAT £2.49 200 Pack

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Unbranded / Self Tapping Countersunk Pozi Screw 3/4" x 8
( 102 )

£2.51

ex. VAT £2.09 200 Pack

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Apex Apex / Stainless Steel Star Self Tapping Screw 10 x 1 1/2" Pin Button
( 39 )

£2.28

ex. VAT £1.90 10 Pack

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Apex Apex / Stainless Self Tapping Countersunk Pozi Screw 3/4" x 8
( 137 )

£7.09

ex. VAT £5.91 100 Pack

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Unbranded / Self Tapping Countersunk Pozi Screw 1" x 6
( 102 )

£2.51

ex. VAT £2.09 200 Pack

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Apex Apex / Stainless Self Tapping Pan Head Pozi Screw 3/4" x 6
( 234 )

£5.59

ex. VAT £4.66 100 Pack

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Apex Apex / Stainless Self Tapping Pan Head Pozi Screw 1" x 8
( 234 )

£11.98

ex. VAT £9.98 100 Pack

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Apex Apex / Stainless Self Tapping Countersunk Pozi Screw 1" x 8
( 137 )

£10.49

ex. VAT £8.74 100 Pack

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DeWalt DeWalt / DeWalt Tapper-Pro Blue Hex Head Self-Tapping Screws 6.3 x 57mm
( 29 )

£11.19

ex. VAT £9.32 100 Pack

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