Deck Plus 48440 Gray Star-Drive Composite Deck Screws

48440 Gray Star-Drive Composite Deck Screws

Features

  • Specially designed to fasten composite, treated wood, and other plastic materials
  • Gray ceramic coating withstands high temperatures while providing superior rust and corrosion protection
  • Pro-cut threads and self-tapping tip reduce splitting and allow for no predrill
  • Trap head and star drive ease installation while preventing mushrooming and lowering torque
  • Manufactured to create a uniform tight fit in decking project

Specifications

Color Gray
Size No Size
Unit Count 375

These #10 x 2-1/2-inch gray ceramic-coated deck screws are designed to fasten composite decking, treated lumber, and other plastic materials. Pro-cut threads and a self-tapping tip reduce splitting and eliminate the need to predrill, while the trap head and star drive prevent mushrooming and lower installation torque; the ceramic coating resists high temperatures and offers rust and corrosion protection. Pack of 375 screws, manufactured for a uniform, tight fit in decking applications.

Model Number: 48440

Project Ideas

Business

Composite Deck Repair & Fastening Service

Offer a niche service focused on repairing loose boards and replacing failing fasteners on composite decks. Market the service to condo associations and coastal homeowners; highlight the ceramic-coated screws’ corrosion resistance and self-tapping tips as time-savers that reduce callbacks. Sell bundled screw kits after each repair for easy future maintenance.


Ready-to-Install Outdoor Furniture Line

Design and sell small-batch outdoor furniture (benches, planters, side tables) made from composite boards. Use the gray screws as an intentional aesthetic and selling point (durable, weatherproof fasteners). Provide flat-pack versions with predrilled holes and the screw pack included for DIY assembly.


Pop-up Workshop & DIY Kits

Run weekend workshops teaching homeowners to build decks, furniture, or planter walls. Offer take-home kits that include pre-cut composite pieces and a supply of the ceramic-coated star-drive screws. The no-predrill self-tapping feature makes classes run smoother and reduces the tools attendees need to bring.


Coastal/High-Moisture Installation Specialty

Position your business as a specialist for coastal and poolside projects where corrosion is a major concern. Promote the high-temp ceramic coating and rust protection as reasons to choose your installation work and use these screws as the standard fastener in contracts for higher-priced, long-lasting installs.


Maintenance Subscription & Replacement Kits

Sell a recurring subscription for homeowners that includes seasonal inspection, tightened/replaced fasteners, and a replacement pack of 375 gray screws. Add value with simple how-to videos and a recommended screw map for common decking brands to make upkeep easy and drive recurring revenue.

Creative

Vertical Composite Planter Wall

Build a space-saving planter wall from composite deck boards mounted to a frame. Use the gray ceramic-coated screws to attach boards and planter boxes — the corrosion resistance is ideal for watering zones and the gray heads visually blend with the boards. The self-tapping tips eliminate predrilling, so you can assemble panels quickly and hang them on a fence or wall.


Floating Outdoor Bench

Construct a modern, low-profile bench using composite planks and hidden-support brackets. Rely on the trap-head star-drive screws for fast, low-torque fastening that resists mushrooming around seating surfaces. The 375-count pack supplies enough fasteners for multiple benches or a set of benches for a patio.


Weatherproof Art & Privacy Panels

Design decorative privacy panels or outdoor wall art from composite boards with cutouts, patterns, or inlaid materials. Use the gray-coated screws as subtle visible fasteners or countersink them where needed — the ceramic coating keeps them looking good outdoors and resists rust in sun and rain.


Recycled-Composite Garden Trellis

Upcycle leftover composite planks into durable trellises for climbing plants. The pro-cut threads and self-tapping tips let you attach lattice and supports without splitting thin elements. The screws’ high-temp ceramic coating makes them suitable near grills or sun-exposed areas.


All-Weather Pet Ramp or Steps

Make a sturdy, non-rot ramp or step set for pets using composite decking. The trap head/star drive combo lowers installation torque so fasteners seat cleanly beneath tread surfaces, and the corrosion resistance ensures long life even with outdoor exposure and frequent washing.