The Equator hidden fastener may be used on Latitudes composite marine decking. Because Latitudes marine decking is not manufactured as slotted or grooved decking, a 5/32" slot must be notched out with a biscuit cutter 
or a router. The Equator hidden deck fastener is designed for use on Latitudes composite decking and other grooved composite decking with a gap of 5/32".
Latitudes marine decking is much thicker than its more residential decking counterpart, so in order for the Equator hidden fastener to work as designed, the groove must be vertically offset so the bottom of the hidden fastener sets about 1/16" off / above the structural support joist.
When installing Latitudes marine decking with Equator hidden fasteners, I strongly suggest pre-drilling the composite lumber and adding two composite deck screws near both ends of each deck plank to securely hold the composite board in place. This method helps prevent lateral movement of the boards while providing a fastener-free appearance where people will be walking.
or a router. The Equator hidden deck fastener is designed for use on Latitudes composite decking and other grooved composite decking with a gap of 5/32".Latitudes marine decking is much thicker than its more residential decking counterpart, so in order for the Equator hidden fastener to work as designed, the groove must be vertically offset so the bottom of the hidden fastener sets about 1/16" off / above the structural support joist.
When installing Latitudes marine decking with Equator hidden fasteners, I strongly suggest pre-drilling the composite lumber and adding two composite deck screws near both ends of each deck plank to securely hold the composite board in place. This method helps prevent lateral movement of the boards while providing a fastener-free appearance where people will be walking.
Powered by Compendium
Comments for Can the Equator hidden fastener be used with Latitudes marine composite decking?