The cortex system comes with screws, plugs, and setting tools. Available in a 50, 250 and 750 lineal ft box. Installing Concealed Fasteners: You can use a drill, cordless drill or an impact driver for this installation. The drill bit and driver are the same tool so the pre-drill step is eliminated. For horizontal trim boards less than 12″ wide, use two Cortex fasteners at every framing member – rafter tail or wall stud.
What is the cortex hidden fastening system?
The Cortex Hidden Fastening System includes deck screws, deck plugs and a TORX ttap drive system that offers a completely hidden fastener surface in leading deck boards such as … Products Technical Documents Training Center Videos News From The FastenMasters
Can cortex fasteners be used on the deck?
Unlike other hidden fasteners, Cortex fasteners can be used on the entire deck surface, including stairs and perimeters. Questions About Installation? We’re here to assist you with videos, guides, and more.
What size drill bit do I need for a cortex fastener?
It is recommended to use a 7/32″ drill bit to pilot a hole halfway through the deck board but not into the framing. Can I use Cortex fasteners with steel or aluminum framing?
Can I use a cortex drill with metal framing?
Cortex for PRO & EDGE is not compatible with metal framing. For steel framing applications, Cortex Drillers (1-5/8″ 410 stainless steel screws) can be purchased through FastenMaster. To special order the deck plugs needed specifically for your project, please contact 1-800-518-3569.
How do I install cortex hidden fasteners?
The setting tool will both drive the screw and create a shallow, perfectly sized hole for the Cortex plug. Next, take one of the color-matched plugs and insert it into the hole above the head of the screw you just drove in. Gently tap it into place and watch the hole virtually disappear.
How do you install Cortex screws?
0:000:53The setting tool will let you know when the screw is deep enough if your deck is textured. Take theMoreThe setting tool will let you know when the screw is deep enough if your deck is textured. Take the extra couple seconds to align the grain. Tap the plugs in place with a smooth base hammer.
Do you need to predrill for Cortex screws?
Pre drilling is required when installing screws near the ends of the board. Using a 5/32” or 3/16” bit, pre drill only the deck material (not the framing) prior to installing the screw.
How do you install Timbertech fasteners?
0:441:58Your fastener at a 45 degree angle until the clip drives flush against the joists. ContinueMoreYour fastener at a 45 degree angle until the clip drives flush against the joists. Continue installing clips at every joist along the board push.
How do you install cortex plugs?
0:501:50Place plugs into the cord. Hole. Use a smooth hammer head to gently tap flush with the deck surface.MorePlace plugs into the cord. Hole. Use a smooth hammer head to gently tap flush with the deck surface. With cortex your fastener free finish is now complete.
What is a Cortex fastener?
Product Overview. The Cortex Hidden Fastening System is the fastest, easiest way to hide fasteners in composite, capstock, and PVC decking boards. Cortex offers a strong connection between the deck board and joist. It hides fasteners across the entire deck, first and last board, perimeter and stairs.
Do you have to predrill holes for composite decking?
Do I Need to Pre-Drill My Composite or Capstock Decking? In the past, no matter what type of deck board you were installing, the answer to this question would indefinitely be yes. However, with advancements in fastener technology, pre-drilling in most composite and capstock deck boards is no longer necessary.
How do you hide screws in composite decking?
1:274:29So what I did was I put these clips in on the other side. Like. So it's very easy to do I did aMoreSo what I did was I put these clips in on the other side. Like. So it's very easy to do I did a little routing just to get that flat. So they would hook up pretty well.
Can you screw directly into composite decking?
You can screw or nail composite decking boards just like wood ones. Three-inch decking screws are the best fastener choice; they sink a secure distance into the joists and won't back out like nails. There's little danger of splitting the boards when driving them, so you don't need to pre-drill.
Can you face screw TimberTech?
0:561:59And ends of the board drive the screw until the head is flush with the surface of the board.MoreAnd ends of the board drive the screw until the head is flush with the surface of the board.
How is TimberTech attached?
2:513:17System is designed to drill a hole wide enough for the fastener to freely pass through the rimMoreSystem is designed to drill a hole wide enough for the fastener to freely pass through the rim joists cover and attach into the rim board while countersinking the head of the fastener.
Does TimberTech have hidden fasteners?
TimberTech offers one top-down hidden fastener option: Cortex®. Cortex fasteners are hidden by collated plugs made of the same material as your chosen deck boards.