Screw Pilot-Hole Size Finder

Not sure what size hole to drill before driving a screw? Use our screw pilot-hole finder — choose your screw size and material to get the right pilot and clearance drill bit instantly.

Screw Pilot-Hole Finder

Pick a screw size and your material to get the right pilot and clearance drill bit.

Sizes are typical starting points — test on scrap for critical work. More in our complete guide to pilot holes.

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