Simpson Strong-Tie has expanded its Outdoor Accents decorative hardware line to offer deck contractors, builders and DIY experts a collection of connectors and fasteners that bring both design and structural strength to custom outdoor living structures.
The Outdoor Accents collection accommodates nominal and rough lumber sizes to provide designers and installers with flexibility when planning and building custom outdoor structures. The patent-pending hex-head washer, when used with the structural screw, offers the look of a bolted connection with more installation efficiency than through-bolting.
Additions to the Outdoor Accents line include joist hangers, gable plates, decorative side plates and new sizes of the APDJT joist tie, the APDTS3 Texas star and the APDMW56 decorative washer. All Outdoor Accents connectors and fasteners, including screws, post bases, strap ties and angles, are made from exterior-rated galvanized steel with a black powder-coat finish for corrosion protection.