The EB-TY provides a unique method of fastening deck boards that makes the fasteners virtually invisible. Fastening is done into the side of the board, leaving a fastener-free deck surface.

The EB-TY is a polypropylene biscuit fastener that fits into a slot the builder cuts into the edge of the deck boards with a standard biscuit joiner. The EB-TY fasteners are inserted and fastened with a screw driven into the joist. Nesting each successive board against the EB-TY automatically ensures consistent spacing and uniform height.

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Features:

• Easy to install since all fastening is done from the top side
• Affords easier deck resurfacing since nail heads are eliminated from the deck surface
• Formed from long lasting polypropylene to last the life of the deck
• Stainless-steel #7 trim-head screws included
• Each EB-TY package includes installation instructions and enough EB-TY fasteners, screws and tapered Ipê wood plugs to install 100 square feet of decking (175-Pack quantity assumes 6" wide boards, installed perpendicular to joists spaced 16" on center)

Working from left to right, compare the information in the columns to your application
to select the correct EB-TY for the job.

Model
EBE004

Model
EBE007MINI

Model
EBE002

Model
EBE005LC

Model
EBE006JR

Model
316-TT

Model
EBEOA

Model
TPO15

• As with all decking materials, please consult manufacturer's installation instructions for deck height requirements and deck board spacing.
• All slots for the EB-TY's (except for the 316TT) can be cut using a #20 setting with a biscuit cutter/plate jointer or router with 5/32" slot cutter. Decking can be grooved the entire length of the board.
• Always butt boards over a joist. One method for installing butt ends is to cut the keel off the bottom of an EB-TY, slot the board ends, and insert the EB-TY. Another, more reliable method is to face-screw and plug.

If you have questions about which EB-TY to use, contact Simpson Strong-Tie.

1. Fasten the first board using construction adhesive and screws, then cut slots where the board intersects joists using a 5/32" router bit or plate joiner (biscuit cutter #20) and install the first EB-TY fasteners. Do not use construction adhesive with composite decking (see note on the right).
2. Cut slots in the next board where it intersects the joists.
3. Apply a bead of construction adhesive to the top of each joist and install the new board so that the slots fit over the EB-TY fasteners installed in the first board.
4. Insert EB-TY fasteners into each slot in the exposed edge of the board and fasten with screws.
5. Repeat the process until all boards are installed.

Refer to the installation instructions (included) for more information. Consult composite decking manufacturer's or wood supplier's installation instructions for deck height requirements and deck board spacing.

Pre-grooving the entire length of the deck board is a time-saving alternative to individual grooves made with a router or plate joiner. Some types of composite lumber are available with grooves as an added feature. Have your lumber yard use the schematic on the right to pregroove boards to accept EB-TY fasteners.

*For model numbers TP015 and 316TT screws are to be driven at a 90° angle to the board face.

Bring the schematic below to your lumber yard. They will use it to pre-groove your decking material to accept EB-TY fasteners.