How to Install a Screw
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Clamp the workpiece(s) together. - 2
Mark where the screw should go and choose the right screw for the job. (See Related eHows.) - 3
Bore a pilot hole slightly smaller than the diameter of the screw. There are special drill bits for countersinking screws in hardwoods, and you should use one of these if appropriate. - 4). Lubricate the screw by rubbing a little bit of beeswax on it. Don't use oils because they can stain the wood.
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Consider putting the screw in at an angle if the workspace is cramped or difficult to get into. Be sure to use a screw that's long enough to accommodate the extra area.
