Ipe Clip®Fasteners

Ipe Clip® Hidden Deck Fasteners

Tarheel Wood Treating offers the finest hidden deck fastening system for pre-grooved Ipe Brazilian hardwood - the Ipe Clip or the Ipe Extreme Clip. Also available for composite pre-grooved decking is the Ipe Extreme KD Clip.This unique fastener design allows for fast and easy installation, while giving both the do-it-yourselfer or expert deck builder a professionally finished look.

IPE CLIP® Extreme™ Fastener Systems

Premium Grade Stainless Steel Reinforced
For Composite, and Air-Dried Decking

ipe extreme clip
Available in Ipe Brown -- 3/4" or 5/4" size

Excellent with pre-grooved decking since the square design gives maximum hold-down area. The stainless steel insert molded inside the Ipe Clip Extreme fastener increases holding power, which makes it nearly unbreakable, and also provides maximum holding strength in extreme hot and cold climates.

Ipe Clip Extreme Fastener Kit Components:

175 - IPE CLIP® EXTREME™ Hidden Deck Fasteners
190 - Stainless Steel Torx Drive Screws
12 - 3/8" Tapered Ipe plugs
1 - 1/8" High Speed Drill Bit
1 - Screw Gun Driver Bit
1 - Instruction Sheet

IPE CLIP® EXTREME KD™ Fastener Systems

Premium Grade Stainless Steel Reinforced
For Composite, and Kiln-Dried Decking

Available in Ipe Brown or Patina Grey

Made out of a pliable material with a hollow leg that compresses as kiln-dried material expands on its width. The soft body allows for expansion of the deck boards, while the rigid stainless steel insert maintains maximum holding power to keep the boards held firmly to the joist.

Ipe Clip Extreme KD Fastener Kit Components:

175 - IPE CLIP® EXTREME KD™ Hidden Deck Fasteners
190 - Stainless Steel Torx Drive Screws
12 - 3/8" Tapered Ipe plugs
1 - 1/8" High Speed Drill Bit
1 - Screw Gun Driver Bit
3 - 1/4" Spacer Tools
1- Instruction Sheet

IPE CLIP® Standard Fastener Systems

Heavy Duty Fiberglass Reinforced
For Air-Dried, and Composite Decking

ipe round clip
Available in Ipe Brown -- 3/4" or 5/4" size

Constructed from a fiberglass-reinforced material that is up to three times the strength of other fasteners. Works great with grooved decking.

Ipe Clip Fastener Kit Components:

175 - IPE CLIP® Hidden Deck Fasteners
190 - Stainless Steel Torx Drive Screws
12 - 3/8" Tapered Ipe plugs
1 - 1/8" High Speed Drill Bit
1 - Screw Gun Driver Bit
1 - Instruction Sheet

Ipe Clip Hidden Deck Fasteners Advantages

Brown and/or grey colors to match a variety of wood or composite decking materials.
Eliminates dangerous nail pops, unsightly screw holes, and stain marks from screws.
Can be used on ¾" and thicker decking.
Automatically spaces the deck boards to the appropriate gap.
Smaller size helps to eliminate installation problems of other hidden fastener methods.
Easily installs by using a biscuit jointer, router, or pre-grooved decking.
Ipe Clip fasteners are up to three times the strength of other fastener methods.

No visible fasteners.
All work is performed from top side.
The shape of the Ipe Clip fastener makes installation a snap.
Spacing of deck boards is automatically set at 3/32" (approx. 1/8").
Sets all deck boards to a level and uniform height.
Virtually invisible from the top or bottom of the deck.
Relieves the stress caused by natural shrinkage of the deck boards.
Formed from UV resistant polypropylene which has a 100 year life.
Up to 3x stronger than other fastening methods.
Only one Ipe Clip fastener and one screw needed per joist.

For more product and sales info, contact Tarheel Wood Treating, Hwy 54, Morrisville NC at 919-467-9176.

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After the installation of Ipe Clip® brand fasteners no screws are visible to detract from your deck's appearance, and the worry of snagging a nail head on your feet is eliminated!

The Ipe Clip fasteners are available with fiberglass reinforcement and with stainless steel washers molded inside to provide superior holding strength in brutal climates.

Our fasteners are available in Ipe Brown to match the natural or weathered appearance of your Ipe or composite deck.

What is the recommended gap space between deck boards?
The Ipe Clip fastener automatically sets the gap spacing at the proper 3/32" between deck boards to allow for expansion and water drainage.

Can Ipe Clip® fasteners
be used on 3/4" thick decking?
Yes, because the Ipe Clip fastener is up to 3 times stronger than other edge fasteners it can be used on 3/4" or thicker decking.

Does the Ipe Clip® fastener system come with screws?
Yes, each Ipe Clip fastener system kit contains high quality stainless steel Torx drive screws, Ipe plugs, a square drive screwgun tip and a high speed steel drill bit.

Is the Ipe Clip® fastener system faster and easier to install than other edge fastening systems?
Yes, the round shape of the Ipe Clip fastener allows for approximately 1" of tolerance side to side in positioning the slot above the joist. Other edge fastening methods do not allow for any tolerance in the positioning, which can slow and complicate installation.

Will screws "overdrive" through the Ipe Clip® fastener, like sometimes occurs with other fasteners?
Because the Ipe Clip fastener is manufactured from high quality, fiber reinforced polypropylene it is extremely resistant to screws being overdriven. The screw is left slightly countersunk for maximum holding power.

Can boards be removed if needed once an Ipe Clip® fastener is installed?
Yes, because the Ipe Clip fastener does not allow screws to be overdriven, it can be removed to replace a deck board.

Are Ipe Clip® fasteners UV resistant?
Yes, our Ipe Clip fasteners are 100% UV resistant.

Is the Ipe Clip® fastener system suitable for use in my climate?
Yes, the Ipe Clip fastener system is suitable for use in all climates from severe cold to extreme heat.

Will the Ipe Clip® fastener system cause stain marks on my deck?
Many decking materials react with non-stainless fasteners provided with lesser quality systems. The Ipe Clip fastener system comes complete with high quality stainless steel Torx drive screws to resist staining of the deck surfaces.

Is the Ipe Clip® fastener system manufactured in the United States?
Yes, the Ipe Clip fastener system is proudly manufactured in the United States.

Can the Ipe Clip® fastener system be used in decking other than Ipe?
Yes, the Ipe Clip fastener system can be used on all high quality decking materials such as Trex, composites, teak, cedar, and redwood. Low quality materials that have high expansion/ contraction rates such as pressure treated pine should be avoided.

How do I cut the slot in the edge of the decking?
Slots are cut using a standard biscuit joiner tool or a router with a slot cutting bit. Tarheel Wood Treating offers deck boards with pre-cut grooves along both edges to receive edge mount fasteners.

Will a BoWrench® help with installation?
Yes, the BoWrench® rests on the deck joist and pries the deck boards tightly together. It is like an extra set of hands, a great help for jobs with limited numbers of installers or handling warped deck boards. The BoWrench® is available from Tarheel Wood Treating.

Do I need to "stand on my head" to install my deck using the Ipe Clip® fastener system?
No, all fastening is easily done from the top side of the deck, unlike some deck fastening systems that require the work to be done from the underside.

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