Though it often gets confused with the universal joint socket, swivel sockets have a completely different purpose. A swivel socket is specifically designed to be used with ratchets and wrenches ...

The screw has what is referred to as a “bugle head.” It’s meant to pull down into the paper surface of drywall without puncturing it, but can also pull down neatly into softwood lumber.

For more complex joints or where you need a better-looking fastener ... A great thing about sheetmetal screws is that their socket head allows you to drive them any number of ways: with a socket and ...