Why GRK?

GRK Fasteners™ has a wide range of highly engineered, multi-purpose fasteners designed for quick, easy installation with a superior hold that resists breaking, stripping, & splitting wood.

If you’re looking for a premium fastener with unmatched quality & unbeatable performance, choose GRK fasteners for greatness at every turn.

Over 33 years of making the highest-quality fasteners in the industry. 

Founded in 1990, GRK Fasteners has grown into the premier manufacturer of high-quality screws for pros who expect nothing but the best. Get the full history of GRK below. 

1990

The GRK Fasteners brand is founded with the launch of Star Drive™ self-tapping decking and wood screws.
screw top

1995

Star Drive RSS™ Rugged Structural Screws and Star Drive R4™ Multi-purpose Framing Screws are introduced.
r4 screw RSS screw

2001

GRK Fasteners introduces its proprietary Climatek™ coating – the first in the industry with a lifetime guarantee for corrosion resistance.
Person drilling into wood

2003

FinTrim™ finish and RT™ Trim composite screws are introduced.
FIN/TRIM screw RT TRIM screw

2011

GRK Fasteners is acquired by ITW.
logo for ITW logo for ITW and GRK Fasteners

2013

GRK Fasteners add under head cutting teeth to the R4™ and RSS™ – allowing them to cut through wood and fiber, while providing flush seating for a clean finish. 
Top of screw Top of screw

2015

GRK Fasteners White Cabinet Screws are introduced and feature a low-profile washer head with a white coating for color matching interior applications.
Top of screw Cabinet screw

2018

GRK Fasteners add fast start and precision fit features to the R4™ and RSS™ which allows for fast, one-step installation, while reducing wobble between the screws and GRK bits. 
Screw being drilled

2020

GRK Fasteners Deck Elite™ Screws are introduced. Designed for use in wood deck boards, it provides a quick drive and clean finish which increases productivity on the job –  and its tan color provides an ideal finish.
screw deck elite screw box