Can Ipe Clip® deck fasteners be used on decking other than Ipe?
See why contractors choose Ipe Clip® brand deck fasteners for composite, PVC, and every wood decking species.
Introducing the Extreme4™ Deck Fastener
The Extreme4™ deck fastener from the Ipe Clip® Fastener Co works with composite, PVC, air-dried AND kiln-dried hardwood decking.
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. There are no nail pops, mushrooming, or unsightly screws.
· Ipe Clip® hidden deck fasteners have superior hold down power than the traditional face screwing. Our deck fasteners are installed at a 45 degree angle. This angle creates a firmer, stronger, and more enduring hold to the joist.
· Ipe Clip® hidden deck fasteners are designed for air-dried decking, kiln-dried decking, pvc decking, and composite decking. Each decking material requires different gap spacing to allow for the natural contraction and expansion of deck boards. Our fasteners are designed specifically with this in mind, offering 3 different gap spaces.
· Ipe Clip® hidden deck fasteners are installed differently depending on the type of decking material. Hardwood decking is installed by screwing down through half of the deck board then down into the joist; all at a 45 degree angle. This keeps the deck board attached to the joist while allowing it to naturally move on it’s width. Composite and pvc decking is installed by screwing through the fasteners and straight down into the joist, allowing it to naturally move on it’s length.
The benefits of using Ipe Clip® hidden deck fasteners far out-weigh any other option.
Maxwell Blake
Feb 11
11
The Right Deck Tools Are Essential
Did you know that Ipe Clip® offers a wide variety of tools to help with your decking projects? Constructing a deck can be time consuming, especially if you want to do it right. But why spend needless time on the project when you don’t have to? Read below to find some tools to make your deck building more efficient and much easier.
- Cordless Screw Gun – Preferably one with an adjustable clutch. It will save you tips and screws while ensuring you don’t over drive the screws during installation.
- Pre-Drilling – Use a high speed drill bit when pre-drilling. It will keep your screws from breaking and it will help to keep your hardwood from splintering.
- Ipe Clip® brand hidden deck fasteners – You definitely want a fastener that will hold up. Ipe Clip® Extreme™ deck fasteners are an edge mount system and offer a stainless steel core that gives exceptional hold down strength.
- Gap Spacing – The correct gap spacing for your deck is of utmost importance. Know what type of decking you have whether it be composite, pvc, air-dried hardwood or kiln-dried hardwood. Each requires a different gap space. Ipe Clip® brand fasteners are designed specifically for this in mind. We offer 3 different gap spaces to ensure the proper spacing needed for your deck.
- Hardwood Wrench™ – The Hardwood Wrench™ is a must when it comes to straightening bowed and warped boards. Its cam locks into place, holding the board for you and giving you the ability to work hands free on your deck without assistance. It truly makes a one man installation possible.
Whether you are a first time deck builder or the seasoned professional, Ipe Clip® offers just the right tools to make your deck building project easier.
Jan 11
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Reclaimed Wood for Outdoor Decking
As the awareness of the impact that harvesting lumber has on the environment rises, so does the interest in utilizing reclaimed wood. Reclaimed wood is just that; recycled wood that has been reclaimed from many different sources such as old barns and buildings, water tanks, factories and warehouses, and train trestles to name just a few. Reclaimed wood is a great source to build a unique, one of a kind deck that possesses superior characteristics than what is provided today.
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