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Comment on Screw Products Inc. Screws Eliminate Common DIY Headaches by Jonny

Jonny — Wed, 22 Feb 2012 04:28:56 +0000

These screws are really great. I don’t have to worry about predrilling and they countersink themselves. Saving tons of time.

Comment on Screw Products Inc. Screws Eliminate Common DIY Headaches by Kate

Kate — Wed, 22 Feb 2012 04:26:35 +0000

This is a great read! Thank you DIY for supporting such a great line!

Comment on The Best Time to Apply Penofin Deck Stain by Craig

Craig — Mon, 19 Sep 2011 20:27:44 +0000

Before reading this, I would have thought hot summer days were the best time to stain my deck. Sounds like autumn with the cooler lower humidity days are ideal for wood to absorb Penofin stain. Thanks for the advice.

Comment on Tiger Claw Installation Gun – Now Compatible with Trex Hideaway by diyhomecenter

diyhomecenter — Thu, 18 Aug 2011 13:42:13 +0000

Hi Joan,

Thank you for your comment & feedback. You are correct that if you are using pre-grooved Trex, you have two options for using a hidden fastener. You can use either the Trex Hideaway Steel Fastener or the Trex Hideaway Universal Fastener (plastic). The TigerClaw TC-G will not work properly with pre-grooved Trex.

If you are using the installation gun, there is a “gun pail” item that you can purchase that comes with 900 fasteners and 930 pneumatic that are specifically designed for the installation gun (see links below). This is a different item than the 900 fastener bucket with screws that you described above.

Trex Hideaway Gun Pail with Pneumatic Gun Screws
http://www.diyhomecenter.com/trex-hideaway-fastener/trex-hideaway-steel-fasteners-and-install-gun-screws-gun-pail-bucket-of-900.aspx

Trex Hideaway Steel Fasteners with Regular Screws
http://www.diyhomecenter.com/trex-hideaway-fastener/hideaway-fastener-bucket.aspx

Comment on Tiger Claw Installation Gun – Now Compatible with Trex Hideaway by Joan Cunningham

Joan Cunningham — Thu, 18 Aug 2011 12:26:42 +0000

Luckily I found this site and information about the Tiger Claw gun and Trex hidden fasteners. Most distributors are confused about the hidden fasteners and are unaware Trex has worked hard to force consumers and contractors to use only their fasteners. It seems Trex has worked hard to design their pre-grooved decking to ONLY work with Trex fasteners. Furthermore, although you find many claims Trex has partnered up with Tiger Claw for “easy” installation when you buy the fasteners in the bucket (500 sq ft) the screws in the bucket and are not on a strip so you can use the gun. You have to screw each one. I used Trex “Live Chat” multiple times trying to navigate the hidden fastener tangled web and they were of little help. I asked for someone to call me and the customer service rep advised she would have some one from technical call but no one ever did. I will NEVER use Trex again. There are too many other companies out there with equally good products with EASIER and LESS COSTLY installation. Good Buy Trex

Comment on Tiger Claw Hidden Fasteners with Azek Decking by diyhomecenter

diyhomecenter — Mon, 01 Aug 2011 19:27:52 +0000

Hi Mark,

Thank you for you question.

Yes, you are correct. This implies that you attach the clip from the side. However, you do not pound directly on the clip. The clip is first put into an installation block (included in all boxes and buckets).

Comment on Tiger Claw Hidden Fasteners with Azek Decking by Mark Radcliffe

Mark Radcliffe — Mon, 01 Aug 2011 18:20:09 +0000

Question on the Tiger Claw Pro Clips, just as clarification as I sell the AZEK decking in the HD Ohio markets. Above, it was mentioned that this is a “pound-in” fastener. Practically, this just means you’re hammering into the side with a normal hammer, or does this mean something else? I have not seen the clips aside from the e-representation but we can get the customer these clips via our Pro Desks.

Comment on FastenMaster ThruLOK Deck Fastners for Strong Through Bolt Connections by millheam

millheam — Tue, 19 Apr 2011 20:31:28 +0000

Great Question! ThruLok is available in 6-1/4", 7" and 8" lengths. You can choose from a 6 pack or a 24 pack on the FastenMaster section of our website. If you have questions, please call DIY Home Center at (888) 349-4660.

Comment on FastenMaster ThruLOK Deck Fastners for Strong Through Bolt Connections by Mike Malena

Mike Malena — Tue, 19 Apr 2011 19:48:38 +0000

do you have longer than 7″ thru lok for decks

Comment on Tiger Claw Hidden Fasteners with Azek Decking by diyhomecenter

diyhomecenter — Wed, 23 Feb 2011 22:06:50 +0000

Hey Bill,

Thanks for the question.

The ProClip (which is manufactured by Tiger Claw) is a “pound-in” fastener that is most similar to the Tiger Claw TC-2 (for softwoods), TC-3 (composites) and TC-4 (for hardwoods). Tiger Claw also makes fasteners for grooved decking. The grooved decking fasteners are installed in a different method than that of the ProClip.

You can learn more about the ProClip on our website:
http://www.diyhomecenter.com/tigerclaw/pro-clip-for-cellular.aspx

I hadn’t heard of the Kreg system before so I did a little research. It appears to be a jig system where you toe-screw the decking. In this system there is no hidden fastener, just the screw.

Hope this helps!