#8 x 1-1/4" Stainless Steel Lath Screw, 305 (18-8), Modified Truss Head, Phillips Drive, Type 17 Wood Cutting Point - for Stucco Metal Lath to Wood Studs (100 Pack)

When your stucco installation demands fasteners that won't fail or stain, these #8 x 1-1/4" Stainless Steel Lath Screws deliver the corrosion resistance and holding power professional plasterers require. Purpose-built for attaching expanded metal lath to wood framing, these screws feature the modified truss head design that has become the industry standard for quality lath installation. The wide, low-profile head is the key to proper lath attachment. Unlike standard pan head or truss head screws that sit too high or pull through mesh openings, the modified truss head captures lath strands securely while remaining flat enough for full scratch coat encapsulation. This prevents the telegraph bumps and hollow spots that lead to cracking and delamination in finished stucco. Type 17 cutting points make installation fast and efficient. The fluted self-drilling tip bores through OSB, plywood, and dimensional lumber without pre-drilling, while the sharp needle point pierces expanded metal lath without skating across the mesh. This combination dramatically speeds production compared to fighting with blunt-tipped alternatives. Choosing 305 stainless steel over zinc-plated screws is essential for professional results. Portland cement creates a highly alkaline environment that attacks zinc coatings within months, causing rust that bleeds through to the finished surface as unsightly brown stains. Stainless steel remains unaffected by cement chemistry, ensuring your work looks as good in ten years as it does on completion day. These screws meet fastener requirements specified in ASTM C1063 for metal lath attachment in exterior stucco assemblies. The 1-1/4" length provides proper embedment in wood framing while accommodating standard lath thickness and weather-resistant barriers. Ideal for three-coat stucco, one-coat systems, EIFS, interior plaster over lath, shower pan installations, and rain screen assemblies. Packaged 100 screws per box for job site convenience.

• 305 STAINLESS STEEL (18-8) CONSTRUCTION: Corrosion-resistant grade ideal for exterior stucco applications where fasteners are embedded in moisture-retaining cement; resists rust staining that bleeds through finished surfaces
• Clean, Professional Finish: Featuring a modified truss head with a wide, low-profile bearing surface, these screws provide a strong, stable hold while offering a sleek, clean appearance, perfect for flawless lath installations you can take pride in
• Effortless Fastening: The Phillips drive design ensures smooth, cam-out-resistant installation, making high-volume fastening quick and frustration-free, while boosting your overall efficiency on demanding construction jobs
• TYPE 17 WOOD CUTTING POINT: Self-drilling fluted tip bores cleanly into wood studs and OSB sheathing without pre-drilling; designed for wood substrates, not metal framing (use self-drilling points for steel studs)
• Versatile Lath Solution: Ideal for attaching metal lath to wood or metal studs, these truss head screws offer a dependable fastening solution for drywall, stucco, plaster systems, and general repairs, empowering you to tackle a wide range of projects with ease
• PURPOSE-BUILT FOR METAL LATH INSTALLATION: Designed specifically for fastening expanded metal lath, K-lath, stucco mesh, and welded wire to wood studs and sheathing — the professional choice for stucco, plaster, and EIFS applications
• MODIFIED TRUSS HEAD DESIGN: Extra-wide low-profile head (approximately 0.450" diameter) captures lath strands without pulling through while sitting flat against the mesh — provides superior holding power compared to standard pan head screws
• 100 SCREWS PER BOX: Approximately covers 50-65 square feet of lath installation at standard 6" fastener spacing; packaged for easy job site handling
• MEETS ASTM C1063 REQUIREMENTS: Suitable for metal lath attachment in stucco assemblies per building code standards for exterior plastering applications
• RESISTS ALKALINE CORROSION: Stainless steel withstands the high-pH environment of portland cement-based stucco, morite, and plaster that destroys standard zinc-plated fasteners