
5 Essential Screws for Cabinet Makers
This page is your quick guide to the five most useful screws for cabinetmaking—what they’re for, why they matter, and how to use them effectively. Whether you're building boxes, joining frames, or installing cabinets, these screw types are chosen for their strength, speed, and clean results. Plus, we’ve included pro tips to help you get the most out of each one.

Funnel Head Screw (2" x #8) -100 pack
Part#: 15469
Primary Use: Designed to drive into MDF and plywood without pre-drilling, making them ideal for shops without specialized equipment.
- Drives without pre-drilling
- Sucks joints tight for clean construction
- Designed for hardwood, plywood, and MDF
- Speeds up box construction and reduces clamping time
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Video of Jeff Krug demonstrating Funnel Head Screws

Pocket Screw (#6 x 1¼", or 1½") - 100 pack
Part#: 7618
Primary Use: Joining face frames, fillers, and internal braces
- Pan head fits narrow pocket jigs
- Strong, discreet joinery for trim components
- Great hold in hardwood without splitting
Pro Tip: Use pan head pocket screws with narrow-channel jigs or when working with hardwood fillers and fascia—prevents binding and stripping.
Video of Jeff Krug demonstrating Pocket Hole Screws

Assembly Screw (1¼" x #8) -100 pack
Part#: 12921
Primary Use: Attaching fillers, fascia, legs, and cabinet-to-cabinet
- Versatile and commonly used for all interior cabinet joinery
- Countersinks easily for a neat look
- Strong hold with minimal material damage
Pro Tip: Place between shelf pin holes for a clean inside cabinet appearance. He uses three screws for 30"–32" fillers.
Video of Jeff Krug demonstrating Assembly Screws

Euro Screw (6mm x 13mm) -100 pack
Part#: 13494
Primary Use: Installing hinge plates and drawer slides
Perfect for 32mm system holes
Cuts threads in melamine and MDF
Reusable and cleaner than wood screws
Pro Tip: Euro screws won’t strip out on removal and reinstallation—ideal for cabinet hardware that may need adjusting or replacing.
Video of Jeff Krug demonstrating Euro Screws

Cabinet Installation Screw (#10 x 2½") - 50 pack
Part#: 8336
Primary Use: Securing cabinets to the wall
Washer head prevents overdriving through cabinet back
Type 17 tip = no pre-drilling
Square drive ensures bit doesn’t slip during installs
Pro Tip: Washer-head design prevents the screw from pulling through plywood, unlike countersunk screws. Holds securely even in awkward, overhead installs.
Video of Jeff Krug demonstrating Installation Screws
Get All 5 Screws in One Trial Bundle
This 5-screw-type bundle includes 100-count packs of our Funnelhead Screws, Pocket Screws, Assembly Screws, and Euro Screws, plus a 50-count pack of Installation Screws—everything you need to build and install cabinets with precision. Each screw is part of the Quickscrews legacy: engineered to drive straight, hold strong, and minimize wood splitting for cleaner, tighter joints every time.