Deck Accessories

eDeck carries a variety of accessories for your deck installation, including tools, screws, plugs, hidden fasteners, end-sealers and finishes.

BoWrench?

BoWrench? is a one-man, self-locking board bender that is a must-have for all deck installers.

The basic tool binds itself to any 2x (1-1/2" net) joist. Only taking seconds to operate, the tool gives you a powerful mechanical leverage advantage. The gripper will also swing for angled decking as well as bend multiple boards at a time. Parts are interchangeable for pushing or pulling, and can be operated left- or right-handed. Made from all heavy coated steel construction, the BoWrench? bends deck boards including 3/4", 1x, 5/4x and 2x safely. It will close gaps up to 2-1/4"+.

eDeck stocks the BoWrench? as item number 2BOWRENCH, so order today as part of your installation kit.

ANCHORSEAL2?

The next generation of end-sealer is here! ANCHORSEAL2? is a hybrid of new technology polymers and petroleum wax that protects the ends of cut lumber. AS2? is the next generation of ANCHORSEAL?, the sealer of choice for nearly 30 years.

When applied immediately after sawing, ANCHORSEAL2? prevents up to 90% or more of end checking (drying splits). Similar in viscosity to latex paint, ANCHORSEAL2? can be brushed, sponged, sprayed or wiped on with a rag.

Made from renewable natural ingredients and less petroleum-based raw material, it is a "greener" and more economical choice for customers. AS2? hybrid wax coating seals the ends of lumber to protect against end-checking and costly degrade. ANCHORSEAL? products are well-known in the industry as the best quality and most stable wax emulsion end-sealer available.

eDeck stocks ANCHORSEAL2? in clear color, both quart (AS1Q) and gallon (AS1G) cans. One quart should cover approximately 1,500 lineal feet of 1x6 decking, when applied to the cut ends.

Plugs

eDeck stocks 3/8" diameter tapered Ipe Plugs and Garapa Plugs, manufactured from premium grade decking. Other sizes are available through special request. Visit our pricing page for pricing and quantity information.

I-Connect Hidden Fastener System for Ipe Deck Tiles

The I-Connect hidden fastener system is a simple "DIY" connector that locks together eDeck's Ipe Deck Tiles. Made of polypropylene, the 5/32" thick connector keeps the wood tiles from making contact with the sub-surface and absorbing surface moisture.

Simply align the pre-drilled holes from each corner of the tile into an I-Connect receiver peg and your installation is complete! The I-Connect can be floated loose onto the sub-surface, or screwed onto a joist or sleeper system. The I-Connect can even be cut into halves or quarters to support the ends and corners of the deck tile surface area.

EB-TY? Hidden Deck Fasteners

Hidden deck fasteners create a nice smooth deck surface with no screw heads popping up or marring the beauty and comfort of the deck. The deck face boards are held together with patented polypropylene biscuit fasteners.

Invented by Eberle Builders in 1997, EB-TY? hidden deck fasteners are easy to install, maintenance free, compatible with any climate, invisible from the top or bottom of the deck and designed to last 100 years. Additionally, EB-TY? fasteners protect the deck by preventing damaging moisture from seeping in.

Designed to work from the top of the deck installation, EB-TY? only requires one screw at the joist and deck board intersection, saving the installer time and money. EB-TY? fasteners are made in the USA and available for purchase though eDeck.

eDeck sells EB-TY? in two sizes to accommodate various size decking materials: EB-TY? Hidden Fasteners? for 5/4 nominal deck boards, and the EB-TY? Mini Jr. Hidden Fasteners? for 4/4 nominal deck boards. (Use our hidden fastener calculator to determine how many you will need).

Download the manufacturer's installation instructions for EB-TY hidden deck fasteners here.

3/8 Countersink Kit with 5/32 Drill and Stop Collar

eDeck stocks a Tapered Drill and Countersink Combo with Stop Collar, for pre-drilling screw holes and providing the countersink indention all in one pass. This complete combo tool was designed to cut clean and last long for hardwoods such as Ipe. Made in the USA, it has a tighter twist that allows for faster chip clearance than standard twist drills. The drill bit, which cuts a 5/32" pilot hole, has an adjustable depth setting and can be combined with the included Stop Collar to set the depth of the countersink indention. Bits can be replaced and stop collars adjusted using a 5/32 alan wrench (not included).

5/32" Fast Spiral Straight Shaft Drill Bit

The 5/32" diameter Fast Spiral Straight Shaft Drill Bit is designed to pre-bore screw holes for hardwoods such as Ipe and Garapa. It is recommended as replacement bit for the countersink tool, or use it on its on.

Swaneze Stainless Steel Trim Head Screws

eDeck stocks Simpson Strong-Tie Swaneze Stainless Steel Trim Head screws in the following sizes:

#7 1-5/8" 305 Stainless Steel, Trim Head, Square Drive
#7 2-1/4" 305 Stainless Steel, Trim Head, Square Drive
#7 2-1/4" 305 Stainless Steel, Trim Head, Square Drive with Ipe Color Head
#7 2-1/4" 316 Stainless Steel, Trim Head, Square Drive (for coastal areas)
#7 3" 305 Stainless Steel, Trim Head, Square Drive

All of the above screws can be installed with eDeck's #1 Square Driver Bit (SSBIT1-2).

DHPD Hardwood Deck Screw (no pre-drilling required!)

eDeck introduces the newest collated fastener by Simpson Strong-Tie? Quick Drive? for quick and easy hardwood decking installation - the DHPD hardwood deck screw. Designed to fasten hardwood decking, such as Ipe, to pressure-treated joists, the DHPD deck screw features a paddle-style drill point which virtually eliminates the need to pre-drill. Reinforced mid-wings counterbore hard material and allow the head of the screw to countersink for a clean, less-noticeable finish. The DHPD hardwood deck screw is made of type 305 stainless steel for premium corrosion resistance.

The paddle-style drill point reduces wood splitting without pre-drilling
Compact head ensures low-profile installation and reduced visibility
Auto-feed design allows installers to work faster while reducing screw waste
Item #SSDHPD212S, in stock at eDeck, features type 305 stainless steel, #10 shank size, #2 square drive and is 2-1/2" long

The DHPD hardwood deck screw can be installed quickly with the proprietary Quick Drive PRO 300SD System. Note that the hardwood deck screw must be installed with the Quick Drive System's proprietary drive bit, however the screw can be backed out with a standard #2 square drive.

Quick Drive PRO 300SD System

Manufactured by Simpson Strong-Tie? Quick Drive? for use with the DHPD hardwood deck screw, the Quick Drive PRO 300SD system is everything you need for fast, easy driving. It comes with an auto-feed attachment, extension for stand-up driving, tool case and a quiver for keeping screws at your fingertips. eDeck carries the DeWalt? screwdriver motor. The driving tool not only works with the DHPD hardwood deck screw, but also the Composi-Lok? series screws for composite decking.

Woodrich Brand Wood Care

eDeck is a stocking distributor/retailer of Woodrich Brand wood care products. We have found through our own testing as well as contractor feedback that Woodrich products are superb on Ipe and Garapa, as well as other dense impermeable hardwood species. Our easy to use wood deck cleaners and brighteners will make prepping your wood for staining or sealing a breeze. With simple instructions like "Mix powdered deck cleaner with water and spray brush or mop on wood", you can achieve professional results on your very own DIY wood deck restoration project.

Woodrich brand wood deck cleaners are safe for use on all types of wood including cedar, redwood, pressure treated pine, not just on exotic hardwoods like Ipe and Garapa.

Try these products for wood cleaning:

EFC-38 Wood Deck and Siding Cleaner/Stripper

EFC-38 Wood Deck and Siding Cleaner/Stripper was developed to tackle your tough wood restoration projects fast. This unique formulation provides the strength necessary to strip most semi-transparent stains and sealers, dead grey wood, mold, mildew and heavy accumulations of grime. Proper surface preparation is the key to successful wood restoration.

EFC-38 contains a percarbonate, but is not like a straight percarbonate cleaner. EFC-38 was designed to remove aged and failing oil-based wood finishes. It will perform many jobs that a percarbonate cleaner can not do. EFC-38 is safe to use and makes an excellent tool for wood restoration. EFC-38 works on removing oil based finishes such as TWP?, READY SEAL?, WOLMAN?, OLYMPIC?, CUPRINOL? and other semitransparent finishes.

eDeck stocks EFC-38 in 2 lb. and 10 lb. tubs, with a 2 lb. tub covering 750 square feet.

Citralic Wood Deck and Siding Brightener/Neutralizer

Citralic Brightener/Neutralizer is a specifically formulated blend of acids and surfactant. Citralic was designed to neutralize and brighten quickly without unwanted bleaching or damage to the wood. Citralic is pH balanced to make the ideal neutralizer for HD-80 and other caustic strippers. Citralic also works well on those jobs that only require light washing. Citralic will make your project stand out among the competition, and it is safer and more effective than Oxalic Acid!

A 2 lb. container makes up to 5 gallons of Brightener. That is enough to brighten up to 750 square feet of wood! eDeck stocks both 2 lb. and 10 lb. containers for your convenience.

HD-80 Heavy Duty Stripper

For more solid deck stains, paint and tough jobs, Woodrich HD-80 Heavy Duty Stripper is the solution. The product was designed to remove even the toughest exterior finishes fast. It will even remove tough finishes like Sikkens, Cabbot and Behr solids.

HD-80 is a highly developed dry powder formulation that mixes easily with water. Mixing your own solution allows you greater flexibility as well as a tremendous savings. Even when mixed at full strength, HD-80 is less than 1/6 the cost of any comparable liquid formulation. HD-80 is extremely stable in solution which allows you to mix a large batch at once to service several crews or simply mix enough for the job at hand. Either way this stability allows for prolonged storage of the mixed solution.

Note that this product is geared towards the contractor, and safety precautions should be taken. HD-80 should be used in a ventilated area. HD-80 is caustic so protective gear should be worn. Protect vegetation and surrounding surfaces. HD-80 will cause some species of wood to darken. HD-80 should always be neutralized with CITRALIC brightener/neutralizer to restore proper pH and natural color.

eDeck stocks HD-80 in 10 lb. tubs only.

Choosing an oil-based stain color for your wood deck is a very personal decision. Each Woodrich stain color was designed with a specific type of wood in mind. It's always best to test the color of each stain on wood matching your project. If you are building a new hardwood deck, try to retain some of the scrap wood to help pick the wood stain color that is right for you. Try these great products for wood deck finishing:

Woodrich Brand Hardwood Wiping Stain

Formulated for exotic hardwoods such as Ipe and Garapa, Woodrich Brand Wiping Stain goes on rich to penetrate the surface of exotic hardwoods. Brush, roll or spray on, then wipe with a dry rag to reveal a beautiful furniture quality finish. It is very high in both pigment and resin solids so it's durable enough for the rugged outdoors. It is formulated to outperform any other finish on exotic hardwoods.

Woodrich Brand Wiping Stain is available from eDeck in 1 and 5 gallon pails in the following colors:

Warm Honey Gold (Garapa)
Brown Sugar (Ipe - for the "natural" look)
Western Red Cedar (mixed in equal parts with Brown Sugar, gives Ipe a more rustic tone)
Amaretto (Ipe - for a darker finish)

Can't decide which color is for you? Order a sample board from eDeck and compare first-hand.