Customer Reviews for FastenMaster Universal Hidden Deck Fastening System – Stainless steel hidden deck screws and clips – Black (50 SF)
- Hidden deck fastening system clips
- 50 SF of stainless steel hidden decking clips
- Compatible with leading deck boards – Veranda, Fiberon & Trex
Customer Reviews
Jun 20, 2024
Connectors did not work well. Required a lot of adjustment, and left wide gaps between boards.
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Response from FastenMaster teamJun 20, 2024
We are sorry to hear that the product did not meet your expectations. The self-gapping tab on these clips typically sets the boards 3/16" to 1/4" apart depending on the board and groove type. We always welcome calls to the 800 number on the box (800-518-3569) during installation if issues arise so that we can best diagnose and offer solutions.
Jun 19, 2024
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Jun 12, 2024
Best clip for comp decking.
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May 1, 2024
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Apr 8, 2024
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Apr 3, 2024
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Jan 3, 2024
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Nov 25, 2023
Do not buy.
I have timbertech decking. Screwing the clip in at an angle is not the way to go. Does not keep the deck boards straight. Also. Adds alot of extra work for large decks. Have to add blocking under every seam of deck boards. I recommend a fastener that gets screwed down between 2 boards. That way its not pulling the boards when screwing at an angle. I got 5 rows down and ended up taking it all up. Going to get different fasteners.
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Response from FastenMaster teamNov 28, 2023
Unfortunately, this clip system is not compatible with TimberTech decking. Approved deck brands are listed on the packaging such as Trex, Fiberon and Veranda. The angled method of screw installation on this type of system has the benefit of pulling boards together. However, if overdriven, the pre-set board gapping feature on the clip can be overridden. We suggest setting the clutch of the drill to avoid this issue. As for the additional blocking under abutting seams, this is required by TimberTech for all clip systems to insure the best connection performance.
Nov 1, 2023
These worked great for Trex decking. The angled screw pulled the board in tightly to the previous one. Avoid the Trex brand plastic fasteners and use these stronger metal ones.
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Oct 25, 2023
The fasteners worked as advertised. Very simple to use.
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Oct 24, 2023
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Sep 27, 2023
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Aug 31, 2023
Fastening system for the TimberTec decking we installed worked well for the most part. The system could be improved by creating fasteners that are designed for joists where you have two decking boards meet. The standard cleat doesn't have a lot of width so the lip barely covered the area where the boards met. Having a fastener designed for these joining areas, with a wider lip would make the installation easier and would hold the boards down better.
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Aug 27, 2023
I was told these were exactly the same as Trex. Was not. I find a straight approach to screwing them in easier and the trex design easier for me to hold and not drop constantly.
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Response from FastenMaster teamAug 28, 2023
Thank you for your review. We're sorry that you were given bad information about our Fasten Master Universal Hidden Deck Fastening System. Please feel free to contact us at 800-518-3569 if you have any questions or visit our website www.fastenmaster.com to view other products like the Cortex Hidden Fastening System for your perimeter boards or stairs.
Aug 16, 2023
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Aug 4, 2023
Not for use with TimberTek. Had to return
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Response from FastenMaster teamAug 7, 2023
Thank you for your review. You are correct. The Universal Hidden Deck Fastening System is not recommended for Timbertech/Azek boards. We recommend using either ConceaLoc or FusionLoc instead for their boards. Please feel free to contact Fasten Master @ 800-518-3569 if you have any questions.
Jul 27, 2023
I thought this was a great system...even though it takes some fenagling to get the boards positioned if they have a curve to them. It's great how it snugs the board to the brackets in the previous row..
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Jul 13, 2023
This system worked very well. Love the way the fasteners tighten the gap as you screw it in.
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Jul 12, 2023
The clips that clamp the composite boards down are slightly shorter than the timbertech brand ones, this puts the at a slight angle and that sometimes makes it hard to get the next board in place.
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Response from FastenMaster teamJul 12, 2023
Thank you for your review. The Fasten Master Universal Hidden Deck Fastening System fits some boards better than others. For this reason we work closely with Azek/Timbertech and make a clip specifically designed for their boards. Though the clips look very similar, there is a slight difference in the clip to fit the Azek/Timbertech board. Please feel free to contact Fasten Master if you need further assistance.
Jun 24, 2023
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Jun 21, 2023
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Jun 21, 2023
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Jun 8, 2023
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May 25, 2023
These are great for installing a composite deck ONCE you...
These are great for installing a composite deck ONCE you figure out how to use them correctly. I had to go onto youtube until I came across a video showing how they were installed with a special screw gun. Only then I knew the angle to install the screws at for them to work correctly. Anything other than a 45 degree angle towards board you are installing will not work. It did produce a beautiful finished product in the end.
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May 24, 2023
Fasteners
Fasteners for decking
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May 24, 2023
Perfect results
Easy to use and worked perfect with Timber Tech decking
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May 3, 2023
Never use this before.after ten min. It went smooth and...
Never use this before.after ten min. It went smooth and works good glad i try it
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Feb 8, 2023
Works as good as the Timber tech fasteners at half...
Works as good as the Timber tech fasteners at half the cost
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Oct 13, 2022
These work great and securely tighten each board. Easy to...
These work great and securely tighten each board. Easy to use and don't break when tightening.
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Sep 22, 2022
Solid Stainless Steel, fasteners and screws. No plastic to break...
Solid Stainless Steel, fasteners and screws. No plastic to break in Michigan cold winters. The spacing was perfect. The deck looks great.
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