Installation Guide

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Hidden Fastener Installation
The ArmorGuard Hidden
Fastener is a deck fastening
system designed specically
for a fastener-free surface
around the perimeter of the
deck to create a smooth
deck surface, uninterrupted
by visible screws or nails.
CAUTION: Contains parts with sharp edges. Use proper care.
Use of gloves is recommended.
• Place End Clip a minimum of 1/4" (6 mm) from wall and
secure with a single screw into joist. Repeat no further than
12" (30 cm) on center.
• Position deck board, and insert clips into edge groove. It
may be helpful to angle the board slightly to start the clips.
• With the deck board fully inserted into the clips, use
ArmorGuard Hidden Deck Fasteners to secure the board
along the other side (1).
To Secure the Final Deck Board, There
Are Two Options Using the End Clip
1. Position the clip on the inside of the rim joist securing it
with a single screw inserted perpendicular to the joist. After
positioning the last deck board in place, secure the board
by angling a screw through the clip and into the board at
a 30˚- 45˚ angle. Be careful to make sure the screw inserts
fully and pulls the board down (2). When thickness of rim
joist exceeds 11/2" (4 cm), End Clips should be secured to
the outer edge of the joist. Space no more than 12" (30 cm)
apart.
2. Position the clip on the outside of the rim joist securing
it with a single screw inserted perpendicular to the joist.
After positioning the last deck board in place, secure it by
angling a screw through the clip and into the board at a
30˚- 45˚ angle. Be careful to make sure the screw inserts
fully and pulls the board down (3). Space no more than
12" (30 cm) apart.
Using Two Deck Boards As Fascia
(approximately 11
1
/
8
" (28 cm) of fascia coverage)
1. Secure the outermost deck board using the End Clip with
the longer leg secured into the rim joist, and spaced no
more than 12" (30 cm) apart (3).
2. Size and cut the rst fascia/deck board, allowing for
1/4" (6 mm) clearance from the wall or other permanent
structures.
3. Insert the fascia/deck board over the upper half of the
rim joist and into the End Clips.
4. Secure the lower edge of the deck board with
ArmorGuard Hidden Deck Fasteners spaced no more
than 12" (30 cm) apart. Tip: Use a eld-made jig or clamp
to keep the fascia/deck board fully engaged during
installation.
5. Attach End Clips to the underside of the rim joist, spaced
no more than 12" (30 cm) apart (4).
6. Insert the lower deck board into the ArmorGuard Hidden
Deck Fasteners, and secure the board by fully inserting
a screw at an angle through the End Clip and into the
board, making sure to draw the board tight (Figure 5).
7. Continue around entire fascia surface.
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