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FastenMaster’s Cortex hidden fastening line, the industry’s most popular hidden deck fastening system, is now available with an easy-to-use hand guide for scalloped TimberTech boards. The hand guide helps installers properly align the fasteners through the thickest portion or ‘pillars’ of the scalloped boards for maximum engagement and strength.
The new collated Cortex Plugs and hand guide are immediately available for TimberTech Terrain+ boards, including Natural White Oak, Weathered Oak and Dark Oak.
In time studies, installation of pre-aligned, collated Cortex plugs has been shown to be up to 50% faster than loose plugs for improved jobsite productivity and time savings. In addition, all Cortex Plugs are made from the same composite material as the board for a 100% perfect color and texture match and are warrantied for the life of the project. Cortex fasteners are 2.5" long (64 mm) and feature the TORX ttap drive system for superior bit engagement and a stable, wobble-free installation experience.
The new colors of Cortex Plugs are available on collated strips in 100 lf. and bulk 300 sq. ft. configurations. Each plastic watertight package includes enough fasteners and plugs to install the requisite linear or square footage of TimberTech decking, assuming two fasteners installed 16" on center. In addition, the 100-lf. pack includes two Cortex setting tools and one alignment guide, while the 300 sq. ft.-pack includes six setting tools and two alignment guides.
About FastenMaster
Established in 1981, FastenMaster is a brand of fastening solutions for professional contractors. Its products are engineered for structural, decking, and trim applications in residential construction, and its product line includes the LOK Line of structural wood screws, Tiger Claw Hidden Deck Clip System, TrussBRACE roof truss support system, as well as Cortex Hidden Fastening Systems for deck and trim applications.
For more information, visit FastenMaster.com.
