A picture is said to be worth a thousand words. In this case, it is definitely worth a few IPE questions. Here’s a short case study that captures some of the most common questions about IPE end grain and joints, and best installation practices for longevity.
So, let’s take a look at what is wrong with this picture…
Face Fasteners
First, when the decking was installed, it was screwed through the faces of the boards instead of using a blind clip system which would leave no exposed fasteners. Perfectly functional, but as a point of style, not the most desirable method.
Worse, it is obvious that the screws were not counter bored. Counter boring is the use of a special bit that creates a pilot hole for the screw and also a small semi oval pocket for the screw head to settle into, so the head is slightly recessed below the wood surface. Still visible, but a cleaner, more professional way to fasten. And certainly superior from a functional standpoint.
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