Why Robertson Screws Make Workshop Projects Easier

If you spend any amount of time in the workshop, you quickly learn that not all screws are created equal.

A screw might seem like a small part of a project, but the right drive system can make a big difference to how quickly, easily and neatly the job comes together. That’s one of the reasons we’re such big fans of the Robertson square drive.

At Screw it Screws, We Only Sell Robertson® — and there are some very good reasons why.

Better Grip on the Screw

One of the biggest advantages of the Robertson square drive is how securely the driver bit engages with the screw head.

The square recess provides excellent contact between the bit and screw, helping to reduce slipping and making it easier to keep control while driving.

This is particularly useful when you’re working in awkward positions or trying to hold your workpiece with one hand while driving a screw with the other.

Less Cam-Out, Less Frustration

We’ve all experienced a driver bit slipping out of a screw head just as you start applying pressure.

This is commonly known as cam-out.

The Robertson square-drive design helps reduce this problem because the driver sits securely inside the square recess.

Less slipping means fewer damaged screw heads, fewer damaged driver bits and, most importantly, less frustration in the workshop.

Great for Repetitive Jobs

If you're building cabinets, furniture, shelving, workbenches or other projects requiring a lot of screws, small improvements can make a big difference.

When you're driving dozens — or even hundreds — of screws, having a drive system that engages easily and stays engaged can help make the job faster and more comfortable.

Robertson screws are particularly well suited to jobs where you need to repeatedly pick up, position and drive screws.

An Excellent Choice for Pocket-Hole Joinery

Robertson square-drive screws are also a great match for pocket-hole projects.

Being able to keep the screw firmly positioned on the driver bit makes it much easier to guide the screw down into a pocket hole and drive it accurately into the adjoining piece.

At Screw it Screws, we stock Robertson pocket-hole screws in different quantities, making them suitable whether you're completing a small weekend project or regularly using pocket-hole joinery in your workshop.

The Right Screw for the Right Job

Choosing the correct screw isn't just about length.

The material you're fastening, screw diameter, head style, thread and intended application all matter.

That's why our range includes Robertson screws for different woodworking and construction applications, including wood screws, pocket-hole screws, Recex® particle board screws and BTX construction screws.

If you're unsure which screw is right for your project, we're always happy to help.

Give Square Drive a Try

If you've spent years using Phillips or other drive systems, trying Robertson square drive can be a surprisingly noticeable change.

Sometimes it's the small things that make a workshop project more enjoyable — and having a screw that stays securely on the driver bit is certainly one of them.

Explore the Robertson screw range at Screw it Screws.

Screw it Screws — We Only Sell Robertson®.