I had an issue installing a homemade window trim that was slightly warped and not laying flat on the outside of the house. Using finish head nails did not result in a flush finish. Shooting long screws from inside the assembly didn't work either. Finally, research has shown that countersinking a good 3" screw provides a boost that a slotted screw doesn't, with the ability to dress things up nicely by inserting a wood dowel or screw cap. Investing in this ongoing project appeared inexpensive. JNB Pro Countersink Bit Set and Wood Cutting Pliers. I had to learn a bit as I don't have a drill press, but I hand cut the dowels and keep my hand steady. I learned that you can easily make a small bracket with a drilled hole the size of a cork cutter to position it over your butt and guide the wire cutters.) I cut cedar corks to fit the frame, and they fit perfectly in the holes cut with JNB countersinks but had gaps in 3/8" holes which I already cut out with a Forstner bit (3/8") in some places so I'm not sure , where the problem is). So using the included countersinks seems like a good plan if you can wait for the screws to install as they appear to be calibrated. Plugs get stuck in the plug cutter when you make a straight cut in the stem, so it's best not to go all the way to the end of the hole and instead stop and pull them out with your finger. or an awl. JNB countersinks and cutters are made of steel and come in two sizes: 3/8" and 1/2". So far I've only used 3/8 inch and it works well. The packaging states that the tools can be used on hardwood, MDF, chipboard, PVC and plywood.