![]() ![]() If you were to use face-mounted deck screws, you would need to pre-drill holes slightly smaller than your fasteners. ![]() This not only makes a project look cleaner and more attractive, but it also protects against rusting and corrosion which can occur with exposed metal.Īnother added benefit is that hidden deck fasteners require no pilot holes. First of all, hidden deck fasteners are (obviously) hidden from view, so no nail heads or screws will be seen on the surface of your composite decking material. When it comes to hidden deck fasteners, you’ll find that there are several benefits to using them. Most of the fastener’s surface area is hidden by the groove in the composite material, which gives you a clean look from all sides - no screw or nail heads on the surface of your beautiful composite deck boards Why use hidden deck fasteners? These screws are designed for exterior use, so they are often made from stainless steel, or have a special coating to protect the metal from corrosion. Most hidden deck fasteners consist of two parts: a clip, which slides into the grooved edge of your decking board (most composite decking is available with a grooved edge, specifically for use with hidden deck fasteners.) The second part is a screw (technically known as a fastener), which goes through a hole in the clip and is driven into the substructure - usually into the joists. Because they aren’t driven into the decking, they do not require as much force as a nail or screw would need. Unlike screws and nails, MOST hidden deck fasteners do not require you to drill holes into your composite decking material. Our Universal Hidden Deck Clips are one example, but there are others, including Trex, Deckwise, and Camo. Many manufacturers produce hidden deck fasteners, including TurboClip. Hidden deck fasteners are concealed from the eye.
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