When installing the deck surface, focus on these 3 aspects.
1. How wide of a row gap do you accept? Most hidden fastener produce a gap of between 3/16” to 1/4”, with 3/16” as the ideal. However, the narrower the gap, the more difficult it is when replacing a board. Replacing a board in the middle of the deck becomes a reinstallation job where you usually need to uninstall a huge section of the deck. Hence, our recommendation is the Panda Claws (ADK-PCw-100) by Eisen which produces the optimal gap of 3/16” (4.7mm) . And the Panda claw has an advantage of clawing on to the groove and no falling off while installing the plank, making installation an easy and speedy task. The alternative Panda Grip (ADK-PG-100) produces a gap that is approximately 5/32" (4mm) between planks which is desirable. However, in this fastener, the screw is located below the decking plank, making replacing a plank almost impossible without uninstalling a huge section of the deck.
ADK-PCw-100
Eisen Panda Claw Deck Fastener (Standard, 3/16" Gap)
ADK-PCw-100
Eisen Panda Claw Deck Fastener (Standard, 3/16" Gap)
ADK-PCw2-100
Eisen Panda Claw2 X-treme Deck Fastener (Thicker Steel, wider 7/32" Gap)
ADK-PCw2-100
Eisen Panda Claw2 X-treme Deck Fastener (Thicker Steel, wider 7/32" Gap)
ADK-PG-100
Eisen Panda Grip Deck Fastener (Narrow 5/32" Gap) Caution: Fastening Screw is below deck plank and thus you will not be able to uninstall inner deck planks without uninstalling from the edge.
ADK-PG-100
Eisen Panda Grip Deck Fastener (Narrow 5/32" Gap) Caution: Fastening Screw is below deck plank and thus you will not be able to uninstall inner deck planks without uninstalling from the edge.
ADK-DWLT
Decking Ledger Tape (12" x 25')
ADK-DWLT
Decking Ledger Tape (12" x 25')
ADK-DWMS-BL
Stainless Steel 410 Self-Tapping #7x1-5/8" Deck Screws T15 Star Drive Black/Negro,100 unit
ADK-DWMS-BL
Stainless Steel 410 Self-Tapping #7x1-5/8" Deck Screws T15 Star Drive Black/Negro,100 unit
ADK-DWMS-BR
Stainless Steel 410 Self-Tapping #7x1-5/8" Deck Screws T-15 Star Drive Hardwood Brown/Marron, 100 unit
ADK-DWMS-BR
Stainless Steel 410 Self-Tapping #7x1-5/8" Deck Screws T-15 Star Drive Hardwood Brown/Marron, 100 unit
ADK-SD7-BK-100
Stainless Steel 410 Self-Tapping #7x1-5/8" Deck Screws T15 Star Drive,100 unit. Works on Metal Joist.
ADK-SD7-BK-100
Stainless Steel 410 Self-Tapping #7x1-5/8" Deck Screws T15 Star Drive,100 unit. Works on Metal Joist.
ADK-SD7-BR-100
Stainless Steel 410 Self-Tapping #7x1-5/8" Deck Screws T15 Star Drive,100 unit. Works on Metal Joist.
ADK-SD7-BR-100
Stainless Steel 410 Self-Tapping #7x1-5/8" Deck Screws T15 Star Drive,100 unit. Works on Metal Joist.
ADK-FHC10-BR-100
Flat Head WAR BROWN Carbon Steel Coated #10 x 3-1/2" long, star drive, 17 point screw designed for use on 2x6 Cognac color XTR on wood joist.
ADK-FHC10-BR-100
Flat Head WAR BROWN Carbon Steel Coated #10 x 3-1/2" long, star drive, 17 point screw designed for use on 2x6 Cognac color XTR on wood joist.