What screws should I use to assemble my cabinets?

The Hafele 010.72.950 screw is the best I have used. This is a #6 X 1-3/4" screw with countersinking nibs on head, self-cutting tip, is available with Square or Phillips drive and in a Black Oxide or Zink-plated finish. A #6 screw is a better choice than a #7 or #8. Both will telegraph the screw thickness on particle core material on occasion, and there is always the potential of knifing open of a panel when using a larger shank screw.

A #6 screw is a better choice than a #7 or #8. Both will telegraph the screw thickness on particle core material on occasion, and there is always the potential of knifing open of a panel when using a larger shank screw.