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#8x2-1/2" Stainless Steel Trim-Head Deck Screws
Type 17 auger tip, T15 Star Drive, Colormatch
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Choose your preferred size and quantity below.
Hardwood Brown
100 Box
8x2.5-BR-100
$21.32
per unit
350 Box
8x2.5-BR-350
$67.88
per unit
1050 Box
8x2.5-BR-1050
$193.73
per unit
1750 Box
8x2.5-BR-1750
$307.88
per unit
Cedar
100 Box
8x2.5-CE-100
$21.32
per unit
350 Box
8x2.5-CE-350
$67.88
per unit
1050 Box
8x2.5-CE-1050
$193.73
per unit
1750 Box
8x2.5-CE-1750
$307.88
per unit
316 Grade Plain Stainless
100 Box
8x2.5-316-SS-100
$21.07
per unit
350 Box
8x2.5-316-SS-350
$69.86
per unit
1050 Box
8x2.5-316-SS-1050
$196.36
per unit
1750 Box
8x2.5-316-SS-1750
$310.03
per unit
Rosy Brown
100 Box
8x2.5-RBR-100
$21.32
per unit
350 Box
8x2.5-RBR-350
$67.88
per unit
1050 Box
8x2.5-RBR-1050
$193.73
per unit
1750 Box
8x2.5-RBR-1750
$307.88
per unit
Shadowline Black
100 Box
8x2.5-BL-100
$21.32
per unit
350 Box
8x2.5-BL-350
$67.88
per unit
1050 Box
8x2.5-BL-1050
$193.73
per unit
1750 Box
8x2.5-BL-1750
$307.88
per unit
Gray
100 Box
8x2.5-GR-100
$21.32
per unit
350 Box
8x2.5-GR-350
$67.88
per unit
1050 Box
8x2.5-GR-1050
$193.73
per unit
1750 Box
8x2.5-GR-1750
$307.88
per unit
About this product
These DeckWise #8x2-1/2 inch stainless steel trim-head screws are professional-grade fasteners designed for the face-fastening and reinforcement of dense tropical hardwood decking. They provide a high-torque, low-profile solution that resists corrosion and minimizes the visible footprint of hardware on high-end wood surfaces. These screws are intended for builders who require maximum holding power without the aesthetic distraction of large standard-head fasteners.
Manufacturer Specifications
- Material
- 305 Grade Stainless Steel or 316 Grade Stainless Steel
- Dimensions
- #8 Gauge x 2-1/2 inch (63.5 mm) Length
- Drive Type
- T15 Star Drive (Torx)
- Point Type
- Type 17 Auger Point
- Head Style
- Trim-Head
- Coating
- Xylan or Ceramic Color Coating (on specific variants)
- Compatible Board Thickness
- Optimized for 5/4 inch nominal (1 inch actual) or 2x4 nominal decking
Best used for
- 1Face-fastening the perimeter 'picture frame' boards and stair treads on Ipe or Cumaru decks where hidden fasteners cannot be used.
- 2Securing Tigerwood or Garapa decking boards on coastal docks and piers where 316-grade stainless steel is required to withstand salt spray.
- 3Installing vertical Massaranduba or Red Balau privacy screens and fencing where a discrete fastener head is necessary for aesthetics.
- 4Reinforcing high-traffic commercial boardwalks where dense hardwoods require a fastener that won't shear under wood movement.
Pro tips for dense hardwoods
- Always pre-drill a pilot hole and a countersink hole when working with Ipe or other tropical hardwoods to prevent the screw from snapping or the wood from splitting.
- For projects located within five miles of saltwater, specify the 316-grade stainless steel variant to prevent tea-staining and long-term corrosion.
- When using color-matched screws, select 'Hardwood Brown' for Ipe and Cumaru, or 'Rosy Brown' for Massaranduba to achieve the best visual concealment.
- Set your drill clutch to a medium setting to avoid over-driving the trim head deep into the hardwood fibers, which can make replacement difficult.
Specifications
- Brand
- DeckWise
- Category
- Screws & Fasteners
- Options available
- 24 sizes / package counts
Per-option details
| Option | SKU | Piece count | Dimensions | Weight |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Rosy Brown | 8x2.5-RBR-1750 | 1750 Box | — | — |
| Cedar | 8x2.5-CE-1050 | 1050 Box | — | — |
| Hardwood Brown | 8x2.5-BR-1750 | 1750 Box | — | — |
| Shadowline Black | 8x2.5-BL-1750 | 1750 Box | — | — |
| Hardwood Brown | 8x2.5-BR-1050 | 1050 Box | — | — |
| Cedar | 8x2.5-CE-1750 | 1750 Box | — | — |
| Gray | 8x2.5-GR-1050 | 1050 Box | — | — |
| Rosy Brown | 8x2.5-RBR-1050 | 1050 Box | — | — |
| Gray | 8x2.5-GR-1750 | 1750 Box | — | — |
| Rosy Brown | 8x2.5-RBR-350 | 350 Box | — | — |
| Cedar | 8x2.5-CE-350 | 350 Box | — | — |
| Gray | 8x2.5-GR-350 | 350 Box | — | — |
| Hardwood Brown | 8x2.5-BR-350 | 350 Box | — | — |
| Shadowline Black | 8x2.5-BL-350 | 350 Box | — | — |
| Shadowline Black | 8x2.5-BL-1050 | 1050 Box | — | — |
| 316 Grade Plain Stainless | 8x2.5-316-SS-1050 | 1050 Box | — | — |
| 316 Grade Plain Stainless | 8x2.5-316-SS-1750 | 1750 Box | — | — |
| Hardwood Brown | 8x2.5-BR-100 | 100 Box | — | — |
| 316 Grade Plain Stainless | 8x2.5-316-SS-350 | 350 Box | — | — |
| Cedar | 8x2.5-CE-100 | 100 Box | — | — |
| 316 Grade Plain Stainless | 8x2.5-316-SS-100 | 100 Box | — | — |
| Rosy Brown | 8x2.5-RBR-100 | 100 Box | — | — |
| Shadowline Black | 8x2.5-BL-100 | 100 Box | — | — |
| Gray | 8x2.5-GR-100 | 100 Box | — | — |
Piece counts and dimensions are as supplied by the manufacturer for each package option.
Why Choose Screws & Fasteners?
How to Face-Screw Hardwood Decking
Pre-Drill Every Hole
Dense hardwoods (1,500+ Janka) will split without a pilot hole. Use a countersink bit sized for your screw shank — this is non-negotiable for Ipe, Cumaru, and similar species.
Choose Stainless Steel
Carbon steel screws corrode and stain hardwood within months. Always use Type 316 stainless steel — it offers the best corrosion resistance for exotic hardwoods and coastal environments. The slight premium pays for itself in zero staining and no fastener failures.
Drive to Depth — Not Beyond
Set screws flush with the surface or just barely countersunk. Over-driving creates water-collecting craters that accelerate checking around each hole.
Two Screws Per Joist Crossing
Place one screw roughly 1″ from each board edge at every joist. This prevents cupping and ensures the board stays flat over time.
Pro Tip from Our Deck Specialists
Apply a drop of wax or soap to each screw tip before driving — it dramatically reduces friction and prevents snapped screw heads in ultra-dense wood like Ipe.
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