Masonry Screws

What is Masonry? 

Masonry is a construction technique that involves building structure using materials such as bricks, stones, concrete or cinder blocks. 

The process typically begins with the selection of appropriate materials based on factors like durability, aesthetics, and structural requirements. The masonry units are then laid out in a predetermined pattern and bonded together using mortar. 

Masonry can be categorized into various types based on the materials used and the construction methods employed. 

Some common types include: 

Brick Masonry: Involves using bricks, typically made from clay or concrete 

Stone Masonry: Utilizes natural stone blocks or dressed stones 

Concrete Block Masonry: Relies on precast concrete blocks 

Reinforced Masonry: Combines traditional masonry techniques with reinforcement materials like steel bars. 

In its simplest form, masonry can be described as anything that a mason puts down. In other words, if it is laid by a stonemason or a bricklayer, then it is masonry. This can include building materials such as stone and brick, as well as block walls. Although concrete is not a form of masonry, similar fixings are typically used with concrete, brick, stone, and masonry. As concrete is a tough material to drill into, specialist concrete fixings and screws are recommended to achieve a good result with relative ease. Concrete fixings can be used for light and medium-duty applications and for a variety of purposes ranging from connecting structural elements to attaching wall hangings. 

What are Masonry Screws? 

Masonry screws, also known as concrete screws or anchor screws, are specialised fasteners designed for attaching items to masonry surfaces such as concrete, brick, or stone.  

These screws are typically used when traditional fastening methods, like nails or regular screws, are not suitable due to the hardness or composition of the masonry material. 

Masonry screws can be used for numerous jobs including fixing window frames, door frames and timbers. 

Masonry screws are typically made of hardened steel or another corrosion-resistant material to ensure durability and strength. They feature a threaded design with unique grooves or threads that allow them to bite into the masonry surface securely. 

Masonry screws offer several advantages, including ease of installation, high load-bearing capacity, and the ability to be removed and reinstalled if needed. They are commonly used in construction, renovation, and DIY projects where fastening to masonry surfaces is required. 

What we sell 

Here at ScrewShop we offer different products depending on what you are connecting. Some screws are self tapping and require no fixings but we also offer fixings as well for those non self tapping screws. Below are some of the products we offer. 

Designed for: Fixing timber battens, trunking, track and general components to concrete and masonry substrates 

Head style: Countersunk, Drive bit: Phillips No. 2 or No.3 female socket 

Coating: EvoShield® 500Hr NSST resistant (Aluminium/ Zinc flake bound in resin) Material: SAE C1022 Carbon steel  

Designed for: Fixing to a variety of materials including Brick, Stone, Concrete and Blocks. Made from extremely high quality Carbon Steel then heat treated to achieve tensile strengths of 1080N/mm2 

Drill hole to required diameter and depth (see chart) then remove debris. Position anchor bolt through item, and simply screw home with required impact socket/spanner 

The unique twin thread design removes the masonry swarf from the thread and stops the tension found on lesser designed anchors 

Anchor bolt can be removed for future use 

Designed for: For fixing to Concrete, Brick, Stone, Block and Wood 

A rapid and effective light duty anchoring system for fixing into concrete, brick, stone, concrete block and wood. 

This through fixing provides a single solution and replaces traditional fixings such as nylon frame and hammer fixings. 

Hi-Lo Thread - 30mm hi-lo starting thread for rapid installation and debris removal whilst offering a safe and secure fixing into most substrates 

Zinc and Yellow Passivated for extra protection against corrosion 

A versatile heavy duty coach screw with a hex flange head that is the modern replacement for the traditional DIN 571 coach screws. 

3 times faster than traditional coach screws. 

Benefits from an aggressive slash point tip for easy driving and reduced splitting Zinc and Yellow passivated for improved corrosion resistance 

Thread Type: Single Coarse Coach Screws Suitable for softwood, hardwood or masonry with a nylon plug  

Application: Landscaping, Decking, Fencing, Stairs, Roofing, Gazebos, Pergolas, Sleepers, Farming 

Power tool compatible, Free socket driver included

Large diameter head for use with screws to hold insulation material to battens 

Also used for ceiling crack repairs 

Provides a larger surface area when using metal insulation fixings to hold lighter or softer insulation to masonry 

Simply slide the fixing through, prior to installation 

Galvanised: sizes 35mm, 70mm and 85mm 

Stainless Steel: 36mm 

Precision engineered masonry drill bits for general purpose applications 

Manufactured to DIN8039 standards 

Excellent resistance to heat, a milled flute and 130-degree Carbide tipped point 

Suitable for use on masonry, concrete, stone, natural stone and aerated concrete 

Hardened steel hammer masonry chisels for general purpose applications SDS+ shank 

Hardened steel body for extra strength and reduced breakage 

Suitable for masonry, concrete and stone 

SDS Plus Pointed Chisel - 250mm 

SDS Plus Flat Chisel - 20 x 250mm 

SDS Plus Spade Chisel - 40 x 250mm

A light duty hammer-set through fixing for masonry. 

Ideal for interior timberwork such as battens, frames, wall linings, thermal board etc. 

Secure and perfect installation for high load values 

One single plug, to carry out all projects 

Multi-expansion design to adapt to all building materials, solid, hollow and perforated thanks to two materials technology and exclusive design. 

One single plug to carry out all your projects with four expansion sectors in two directions. Large anti-slip collar, perfect centering of the screw, Anti-rotation fins 

Extreme hold with maximum adaptability. The perfect fastening for every situation.