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FastenMaster Products
FastenMaster® is committed to offering fastening solutions that improve jobsite safety and increase productivity. Remodelers, professional deck builders, residential framers and home builders can all benefit from FastenMaster products.
FastenMaster’s market-leading brands include the LOK Line of structural wood fasteners, Cortex hidden fastening systems for deck & trim, Tiger Claw hidden deck clip systems, and the PAMFast AutoFeed screw systems. Make your construction projects faster, stronger, easier and safer by choosing FastenMaster products.
FastenMaster Cortex® Hidden Fastening System for Trex Transcend® Lineage®
When it comes to professional-grade fastening solutions, FastenMaster stands out as a trusted leader in the deck building industry. Known for innovation, strength, and simplicity, FastenMaster offers a full range of fastening systems designed to make construction faster, cleaner, and more secure. For contractors and homeowners working with Trex® decking, FastenMaster’s Cortex® Hidden Fastening System delivers the ultimate combination of performance and aesthetics.
Built to Disappear. Engineered to Last.
Cortex® for Trex Transcend® Lineage® is specifically designed for use with Trex’s high-performance composite decking line. It’s a hidden fastening system that allows you to install deck boards with screws while concealing them with color-matched plugs—blending seamlessly with the surface for a clean, fastener-free look.
Each plug is made from the same Trex decking material, ensuring a perfect match with Lineage® colors like Rainier, Biscayne, Carmel, and Jasper. The result? A smooth, uninterrupted finish that enhances the premium appeal of Trex Transcend Lineage decking.
Why Choose Cortex for Trex Transcend Lineage?
- Clean Finish – Color-matched plugs blend into the board surface for a flawless, screw-free appearance.
- Engineered Strength – Screws offer superior holding power while resisting uplift and expansion from board movement.
- Weather-Resistant – Made to withstand moisture, UV exposure, and seasonal temperature changes.
- Efficient Installation – Pre-aligned bit and plug system reduces installation time and delivers consistent results.
- Low Maintenance – No popped screws or deck board shifting over time, meaning less work for homeowners in the long run.
Where and How to Use Cortex
The Cortex Hidden Fastening System is perfect for:
- Deck perimeter and stairs where face-fastening is required
- Picture framing or custom inlay designs
- Any application where visible fasteners would disrupt the design
The system is designed for use with Trex-approved fascia and decking and includes everything needed for a smooth installation: screws, setting tool, and plugs—each carefully crafted to match Trex’s natural, earth-toned finishes.
Professional-Grade Results, DIY-Friendly Simplicity
Whether you’re a seasoned contractor or a hands-on homeowner, Cortex makes it easy to achieve a high-end look without complicated tools or extra steps. Just drill, set, and plug—it’s that simple.
Bring out the best in Trex Transcend® Lineage® with a hidden fastening system that’s built to match. Ask your local lumberyard or dealer about FastenMaster Cortex® today and discover the smarter, stronger way to build.
LedgerLOK
The LedgerLOK Flat Head is the first wood screw engineered to fasten a deck ledger board to the rim joist of a house without predrilling. This easy to install code-compliant structural screw replaces 1/2″ lag screws. They are coated with a proprietary three-step coating process that protects against corrosion. It installs in a fraction of the time versus traditional lag bolts with fewer steps and less effort.
How?
1. No pre-drilling is required.
2. The flat head installs flush to the ledger.
3. Stronger bit engagement with the TORX ttap driving system.
The LedgerLOK Flat Head’s save time and money. It’s tested and supported by engineering data that conforms to the most current ICC standards and approved for use in ACQ or treated lumber.
PAMFast™ AutoFeed Screw System
From framing, to decking, to remodeling, the PAMFast AutoFeed Screw System drives screws everywhere you do.
The PAMFast AutoFeed Screw System is engineered to be smooth, fast, and easy for the professional contractor. Its simple, but rugged design is built to last and delivers smooth, consistent screw driving every time.
PAMFast can be used while standing or as a handheld system thanks to its removable extension pole design. This enables faster installation and eliminates the hassle of loose screws.
Features:
- Faster installation than loose screws
- Ergonomic, ease of use benefits
- Designed for subfloor, decking, drywall, and more
- No jams. No stripping out bits.
- Less reloading: 50 screws per collated strip
- Each kit includes: 1 PAMFast AutoFeed System, professional storage case, Allen
- Key Set, Phillips and PAMDrive bits
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