For this how-to we will be using the Squeeeeek No More kit. With this kit you can stop squeaks for wood, carpeted, and vinyl/linoleum floors. The kit comes with an alignment and depth control fixture, 50 special scored screws (extra screws can be purchased separately), square head driver bit with a stop, taped screw example for Berber carpet, (joist finding screw and fender washer used for carpet and vinyl/linoleum only). For wood floors you’ll also need a 7/64” drill bit and drill. This system... more

One day I asked Jon Hearron, Vice President and General Manager of W.C. Winks Hardware, what was the most common question asked by his customers. The answer came quick, anchoring. How do I mount this to that? With the help of Arti Lilien, Product Manager, he selected anchors that he felt the home and small business owner could use to fasten or hang items to a few common surfaces. Skill Level One hammer: Novice Five hammers:... more