When to NOT use pocket screws... and when you SHOULD! | Evening Woodworker

Have you ever wondered exactly when you can use pocket screws and when you can't? Have you seen the pocket hole-shaming that sometimes appears in woodworking forums? In this video, I break down why pocket hole screws should only be used in certain situations and not others. We talk about wood expansion and contraction as well as what makes a pocket screw different than a regular screw.

00:00 Intro
00:10 Wood expansion and contraction
02:26 When can I use pocket holes?
04:23 When to NOT use pocket holes
05:06 Tabletop fasteners
08:00 Do I need pocket hole screws?

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