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The Benefits of Hidden Deck Fasteners

Posted by on February 22, 2011 at 9:40 am

I know, we’ve heard the question many times before…… “Are hidden deck fasteners really necessary when building my deck?” Absolutely. There are many reasons why Ipe Clip® hidden deck fasteners are superior to face screwing your deck. ·     The first is the obvious; the look. Ipe Clip®  hidden deck fasteners create a truly pristine looking surface. [...]

DIY Decking – Top Screwing Leads to Weaker Decks

Posted by on February 15, 2010 at 9:00 am

One of the misconceptions about using deck fasteners that they are not as strong as conventional face nailing or screwing of deck boards. When one stops to think about this statement, it can easily be seen as false. One of the thoughts behind this misconception is that when face securing deck boards, you have more [...]

Buying Deck Fasterners – Clearing the Confusion

Posted by on January 4, 2010 at 9:00 am

There are so many different types of deck fasteners. Some are made of metal, some are made of plastic, and some, like the Extreme™ and ExtremeKD™ are made of both. When you use a hidden deck fastener that combines the strength of stainless steel with the enduring qualities of plastic, you will extend the life [...]