Can the IPE CLIP fastener system be used in decking other than Ipe?
Yes, the IPE CLIP fastener system can be used on all high quality decking materials such as Trex®, composites, ironwood, teak, cedar, and redwood. Low quality materials that have high expansion/contraction rates such as pressure treated pine should be avoided. How do I cut the slot in the edge of the decking? Slots are cut using a standard biscuit joiner tool or a router with a slot cutting bit. Note that some decking dealers offer deck boards with pre-cut grooves along both edges to receive edge mount fasteners. Will a BoWrench® help with installation? Yes, the BoWrench® rests on the deck joist and pries the deck boards tightly together. It is like an extra set of hands, a great help for jobs with limited numbers of installers or handling warped deck boards. The BoWrench® is available from The IPE CLIP COMPANY, Cepco Tools and many local tool suppliers. What is the recommended gap space between deck boards? The IPE CLIP fastener automatically sets the gap spacing at the proper 3/32″ b
