What to Know About Hidden Fasteners for Decks

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Placeholder ImageWhat to Know About Hidden Fasteners for Decks Here are important facts to know about hidden fasteners for decks.

Hidden deck fasteners are great for adding some extra aesthetic appeal to your deck. There’s a reason that they are popular with people who own decks. There are limitations to these fasteners, however, and if you’re on the fence about using them, we think you should know about these limitations before making a purchase. Here are important facts to know about hidden fasteners for decks.

They Might Sacrifice Performance for Appearance

Hidden fasteners look much better, but sometimes, they don’t perform as well as other fasteners you could be using. They aren’t quite as strong, so you’ll have to check on them more frequently for damage. This is one of a few trade-offs that come with having a neater-looking deck.

Concealed Deck Fasteners are More Susceptible to Deck Movement

Decks are outdoors, meaning they are vulnerable to all of the weather that the outdoors brings. There are all kinds of weather conditions that can cause decks to move. For example, snow and rain cause wooden decks to absorb moisture and expand. Sunlight and heat, on the other hand, dry out the wood.

A problem with concealed fasteners is how they tend to attach to the deck only through a single edge of a decking board. This leaves the other edge more vulnerable, as it ends up “floating” in a sense.

Use Concealed Fasteners on Thick and Narrow Deck Boards

Whenever concealed fasteners are used on your deck, the side that has the screw in it will remain in place, and the other side of the board will still be able to move via expanding and contracting. Because of this expanding and contracting process, the space your deck boards have between them can change.

Boards that are more narrow will not expand or contract as much, so you won’t see as much of a difference in the gaps that your deck boards have between them. You can also get more overall fastening for every square foot when you use narrower boards.

Your deck boards should also be thicker because they are stronger and more durable. This improves your deck’s overall performance.

Consult a Professional to Determine if Hidden Fasteners are Best

If you’re still not sure if hidden deck fasteners are best for your needs, you can ask a licensed decking professional. Professionals have worked on decks for a long time, so they understand what materials are best for every decking situation. Try to pick one in your local area because they will know about the weather conditions your deck is most likely to experience.

Contact Albaugh & Sons

Since 2003, Albaugh & Sons, LLC has been dedicated to meeting the fencing, decking, and home remodeling needs of homeowners throughout the greater Frederick area. All of our team members are experienced, well-trained, and committed to exceeding the expectations of every customer.

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Customer Testimonials

We could talk all day about the happy homeowners we’ve provided renovations for, but the real measure of merit lies in customer reviews. See what people are saying about Albaugh & Sons.

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Bonnie
21:41 27 Nov 24
I just want to say this company is the Best.. did my fence and my screened in porch. The guys are professional and just a delight to deal with.. customer service is important.. their prices are reasonable.. I would never use anyone but them.. they do it All too..
Alexander S.
16:32 22 Nov 24
We could not be more pleased with the entire process and outcome of our experience with Albaugh & Sons. From the timely turnaround on coming out to give us an estimate, to the flexibility on adjusting our proposal, and to the quick and professional installation itself. I would highly recommend Albaugh & Sons to anyone in their area of serviceability.
Abby G.
14:50 04 Nov 24
So great to work with. Have had the pleasure of working with both sons who were knowledgeable and courteous. The entire process was easy from estimate to completion of my new deck. Both arrived on time, had my estimate for both deck and basement remodel in a couple of days. Danny, the project manager arrived on time and explained the plans, the work crew were amazing. Old deck demolished and beautiful new composite in its place in less than 2 days. Tiffany, the office manager is prompt in responding to all emails with courteous knowledgeable answers. They make you feel like you are their only customer. Look forward to working with them for my basement remodel. I 100% recommend this company.
James L.
13:49 10 Oct 24
We love our new fence. Thanks Emily and George for everything. Excellent communication, timeliness and excellent workmanship. We highly recommend Albaugh and Sons.
John K.
13:19 31 Aug 24
I had a beautiful deck built almost 2 years ago. I called yesterday about a few items that have come apart such as the pvc outside corners on the rim/ band board etc. The company was very responsive and ready and eager to help. Because of this, they have made a customer for life! Not only will you get an amazing product, but it appears you get a lifetime of amazing customer service!! 100 out of 5 stars!
Van Lavoy J.
17:06 01 Apr 24
We needed a fence as fast as possible for 5 rescue dogs that we took on. Albaugh and Sons was able to provide a great quote and a speedy installation. My wife and I love the new fence. It has literally improved our day to day lives by being able to let the dogs run free in the back. The materials were perfect and high quality. I would definitely recommend them to friends and family.
Bill D.
20:50 24 Mar 24
I hired Albaugh and Sons to tear out our old deck and replace it with a new composite deck/ screened porch. The front office was a pleasure to deal with and kept my wife and I informed on everything. The crew did an amazing job every step of the way. I was especially impressed with their finish work. The attention to detail was impressive! What I also liked Albaugh and Sons is they had a project manager (Danny) who would occasionally pop over and answer questions and would also keep me updated on progress. I would highly recommend hiring Albaugh and Sons for any of your fence/ deck / home improvement needs.
Joseph D.
15:39 04 Oct 23
We are very pleased with the work done by Albaugh and sons. We had them replace our side porch and they did excellent work and built it to our request. Also had them install a three tier rail fence around our property. It is excellent and looks great. We thank Danny and his deck crew and George and his fence crew for their excellent work. I recommend them for any projects you need done. Thank you very much!!
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