how do you build a hidden screw deck

There are three approaches:

• You can counterbore the boards so the screw heads go below the surface, then hide them with a wooden plug that is glued in.
• You can drill and screw at an angle through the edges of the boards and into the joists, so each new board hides the screws of the previous board.
• You can use hidden clips that fit into grooved boards. ...

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How do you use a hidden deck fastener?

This is a very easy Hidden Deck Fastening System to use. Just push the decking board in place and screw down the clips. Technically it’s designed to be used with Trex boards but pretty much all decking manufacturers have the same groove so they can be used to install almost any brand decking.

How do you fasten Trex decking?

Trex Hideaway Hidden Deck Fasteners All Trex decking is available with a grooved edge, hidden deck fastener option. When using grooved-edge boards, Trex’s hidden deck fastening system installs between the deck boards, fastening them to the joists with no visible deck screw heads on the walking surface.

How do you attach grooved boards to a deck?

Start on one edge of your deck with a single grooved board. Set it into place so that it’s flush with the edge, then insert a hidden clip into the groove. Slide a second grooved board along the first, pre-drill the hole, and drive a screw into the fastener between the boards.

How do you attach deck screws to a wood deck?

Use the red spacer rings in between the deck boards to keep the proper spacing. The spacer rings allow for 1/4″ spacing, which allows debris to fall through boards and air to circulate under the deck to make sure there’s no moisture building up. Whenever possible, try to use the center drill guide to drive the screws into the deck board.