Hillman

Hillman screws, anchors and hardware handle the small connections that keep home repairs moving, from attaching drywall to hanging a picture or fixing a gate. Homeowners and pros can choose from fasteners, hanging hardware and replacement fittings for those jobs.

The Hillman Group is the hardware-products business within Hillman Solutions Corp. It started in Cincinnati, Ohio, in 1964 and is headquartered there. Fasteners form the core of its business.

Screws and anchors for the job

If you know Hillman for keys, screws and wall anchors are also a main part of its range. Its fastener line includes standard and specialty nuts, bolts, washers, screws, anchors and picture-hanging items.

For a replacement machine screw, match the diameter, thread pitch, length and head style. The thread has to match the existing nut or tapped hole exactly. Start it by hand; if it binds immediately, check the match before using a driver.

Hillman offers fasteners for drywall and deck construction. Choose the screw for the material and exposure. For a deck repair involving treated boards, check the particular screw’s treated-lumber suitability.

An anchor choice starts with the wall material, wall thickness and what you’re hanging. A shelf puts downward force on its fasteners and pulls outward as weight sits farther from the wall. That calls for more than a weight comparison. Match the anchor’s stated application and rating to that installation; for a heavily loaded shelf, locate framing and plan the attachment around it.

The exact anchor determines hole preparation and screw choice. Overtightening can damage the anchor or crush the drywall around it. Follow its installation instructions and tighten only enough to hold the fixture firmly.

Picture hanging and household repairs

Hillman’s picture-hanging range covers another common repair job: getting the attachment right between the object and the wall. For a framed mirror or picture, the entire connection matters, including the wire or fittings on the back. Match the hanger to the object’s weight, its attachment points and the wall material.

Hillman’s builder’s hardware includes hinges, gate latches, hasps, door stops and coat hooks. A replacement hinge needs to fit the existing work. Match its leaf dimensions, thickness and screw-hole layout; on a sagging gate, check the hinge attachment and alignment before setting the latch position.

For house identification, Hillman offers individual or packaged numbers, letters and signs; choose numbers with clear contrast and a size readable from the intended viewing distance.

Hillman’s key-duplication equipment covers home, office, automotive and specialty key categories, so a duplication job starts with identifying the particular key and checking the system’s compatibility, including any required vehicle programming.

Metal shapes and threaded rod

Hillman supplies metal shapes and threaded rod for fabrication and repair work. Choose the form for the connection you’re making. With threaded rod, match the nuts to the thread and select the rod for the load the assembly must carry.

Materials and product lines

Fastener or line	Materials or product type
Plated steel fasteners	Zinc-, chrome- and galvanized-plated steel
Other fastener materials	Stainless steel, brass and nylon
WeatherMaxx	Includes stainless steel fasteners
Tite-Series	Construction fasteners
Steelworks threaded rod	Hot- and cold-rolled rod in weldable and plated forms
All-Thread rod	Galvanized steel, stainless steel and brass

Frequently Asked Questions

How do you use Hillman drive wall anchors?

Start with the instructions for the exact Hillman anchor in your package, because drywall anchors differ in how they’re installed. Follow its hole-preparation and screw requirements, then tighten until the fixture is snug. If the anchor spins without tightening, sort out the attachment before you put weight on it.

What kinds of screws does Hillman make?

Hillman’s screw range includes drywall screws and deck screws. Equal length doesn’t make those screws interchangeable; choose for the material you’re fastening and the conditions it’ll face. For treated lumber, check the specific screw’s compatibility.

What are Hillman keys used for?

Hillman’s key-duplication equipment serves home, office, automotive and specialty keys. If you’re copying a worn key, check whether you have a spare that works smoothly; copying wear can leave you with another troublesome key. For an automotive key, confirm any programming requirements as well as the physical cut.

What is Hillman Steelworks?

Hillman’s Steelworks threaded rod range includes hot- and cold-rolled rod in weldable and plated forms. For a welded assembly, choose rod specifically identified as weldable. Check that your nuts fit the thread before cutting the rod to length.