Fibre Cement Board Screws for Light Section Steel

Fibre cement board screws for light section steel are designed for fixing cement boards, roofing sheets, and cladding panels directly to steel frames (up to 5mm thick). These self-drilling screws provide a secure fixing while maintaining a watertight seal in external applications.

Screws for Fibre Cement to Steel at a Glance

What are fibre cement screws for steel?

These screws are specialist self-drilling fixings designed to secure fibre cement boards and sheets directly to light section steel. The drill point allows the screw to cut through steel without pre-drilling, speeding up installation while maintaining a strong hold.

Each screw is supplied with a bonded EPDM washer, often referred to as a BAZ washer, which compresses during installation to form a weatherproof seal.

Why use EPDM washer screws?

Where are these screws used?

• Fibre cement roofing sheets
• Corrugated roof panels
• External cladding systems
• Steel frame structures
• Agricultural and industrial buildings

Maximum steel thickness

These screws are designed for fixing into light section steel up to 5mm thick. For heavier steel sections, a different screw type will be required to ensure correct performance and installation.

Why choose fibre cement screws for steel?

• Faster installation with self-drilling points
• Strong and secure fixing into steel
• Watertight sealing with EPDM washer
• Designed for external and exposed environments
• Reliable performance in roofing and cladding applications

Related Roofing & Construction Screws

• Fibre Cement Board Screws – For Timber – for fixing fibre cement sheets into timber structures
• Self-Drilling Screws – Light Section Steel – for general steel fixing applications
• Stitching Screws – for fixing sheet to sheet connections

Fibre Cement Screws for Steel FAQs

What screws should I use for fibre cement to steel?
Use self-drilling fibre cement screws with an EPDM washer. These are designed to drill into steel and provide a watertight seal.

Do I need to pre-drill steel?
No, these screws are self-drilling and cut through light section steel without pre-drilling.

What is a BAZ washer?
A BAZ washer is a bonded washer with an EPDM rubber seal and metal backing, used to create a waterproof fixing.

Can these screws be used externally?
Yes, they feature corrosion-resistant coatings and sealing washers, making them suitable for outdoor use.

What thickness steel can these screws fix into?
These screws are suitable for steel up to 5mm thick.