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Why can I get the screws to sit flush with the Hardibacker?

April 26, 2017flush hardibacker screws Sit

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Why can I get the screws to sit flush with the Hardibacker?

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The screws that you are using do not have the power to rout out the material in order for the screw head to sit flush. Be sure to use the specified screws (1-1/4″ No.8-18 by 3/8″ HD Hi-Lo S or S-12 for metal studs, ribbed phil wafer head, self drilling, corrosion-resistant screws).