Starborn — Professional Decking Fastener Systems
HEADCOTE® Stainless Deck Screws
Premium stainless steel trim head deck screws designed for hardwood, cedar, redwood, pressure-treated lumber, and professional decking systems.
Starborn HEADCOTE® Stainless Steel Trim Head Deck Screws are engineered for clean countersinking, strong holding power, corrosion resistance, and color-matched fastening. Designed for professional deck builders and contractors, they provide a seamless finished appearance for premium exterior decking applications.
Product Highlights
Material
Stainless
305 and 316 options
Head Style
Trim Head
Clean finished appearance
Drive Type
Star Drive
T-15 and T-20 options
Tip Type
Type 17
Auger tip reduces splitting
Product Features
Trim head design
Low-profile trim head delivers clean countersinking and a professional finished appearance on decking surfaces.
Corrosion-resistant stainless steel
Available in grade 305 and grade 316 stainless steel for long-term exterior durability.
Type 17 auger tip
Helps reduce splitting and cracking during installation, especially in hardwood decking materials.
Star drive system
Extra-deep recess design helps reduce cam-out, slipping, and driver wear during installation.
Color-matched finish
Wide range of coordinating colors designed to blend with many decking materials.
Professional decking performance
Built for hardwood, cedar, redwood, pressure-treated lumber, and premium decking systems.
305 vs 316 Stainless Steel
HEADCOTE® 305 Stainless
Designed for hardwood, cedar, redwood, meranti, and pressure-treated decking with excellent corrosion resistance.
HEADCOTE® 316 Stainless
Marine-grade stainless steel ideal for coastal environments, pool areas, and ACQ treated lumber applications.
Drive options
Available in T-15 and T-20 drive systems for improved driver engagement and reduced slipping.
Pre-drilling
Pre-drilling is generally recommended for hardwood decking materials to reduce splitting and improve installation.
Available Sizes
#7 x 1-5/8"
Professional trim head decking screw for detailed fastening applications.
#7 x 2-1/4"
Ideal for standard hardwood and exterior decking installations.
#8 x 2-1/2"
Heavy-duty fastening performance for decking and trim applications.
#8 x 3"
Extended fastening strength for larger decking assemblies and framing connections.
Packaging Options
100 Piece Accessory Pack
Ideal for starter boards, steps, repairs, and smaller detail applications.
350 Piece Deck Pack
Covers approximately 100 square feet of decking installation.
1050 Piece Contractor Pack
Covers approximately 300 square feet for larger contractor projects.
1750 Piece Pro Pack
Covers approximately 500 square feet for professional large-scale deck installations.
Available Color Options
Ashwood #43 • Black #38 • Brown #34 • Buckskin #63 • Burgundy #87 • Cedar #81 • Chocolate #71 • Dark Gray #53 • Dark Slate #55 • Forest Green #94 • Gray #37 • Ivory #45 • Java #73 • Mahogany #82 • Olive-Gray #51 • Rosy Brown #65 • Sand #64 • Tan-Gray #31 • Warm Gray #54 • Wheat #61 • White #39
Recommended Applications
Hardwood Decking
Ideal for exotic hardwood decking including ipe, mahogany, meranti, and other dense materials.
Cedar & Redwood Decks
Professional fastening system for premium cedar and redwood decking projects.
Pressure-Treated Lumber
Designed for treated wood applications requiring corrosion-resistant fastening performance.
Coastal & Pool Applications
316 stainless steel models provide enhanced durability in high-moisture and salt-air environments.
Exterior Trim & Finish Work
Trim head profile provides a clean appearance for detailed exterior finish applications.
Professional Deck Construction
Trusted by deck builders, contractors, remodelers, and outdoor construction professionals.
HEADCOTE® Stainless Deck Screws are ideal when you need strong holding power, corrosion resistance, clean countersinking, and a color-matched finish for premium decking installations.
Pre-drilling is generally recommended for hardwood decking. Always confirm the correct stainless grade, screw length, drive size, color, and fastening schedule for the decking material and project environment.