Fixtures & Fittings

Effortless Installation With A Premium Result
Professional contractors meticulously installing light-coloured solid composite decking by a poolside, demonstrating the precision and expertise required for durable and attractive outdoor decking solutions.

Secret Fix Clip System

NewTechWood secret fix decking clips make installing your new composite timber easier than ever. With builders and installation experts in mind, these secret clips have been designed to help minimise time spent on installation and provide a premium, elegant finish.

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Cobra T Clip (5.5mm)

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Mini Gap Clip (1.5mm)

The secret clips gap your composite boards automatically and conceal the screws out of site which not only results in a clean finish but eliminates the risk of screws and nails lifting which is often seen in traditional timber decking and fencing.

The secret fix clips slide into the grooved edge of our composite timber boards and then simply screw into the joist. At NewTechWood Australia, we provide the choice of two different gap spacings between the boards – Cobra T-Clips which are 5.5mm or Mini Gap Clips which are 1.5mm.

Why Choose NewTechWood Fixtures & Fittings

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Available For Timber Fix and Metal Fix

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The Choice of Two Different Gap Spaces – 1.5mm or 5.5mm

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Specially Designed For Conventional and Capped Composite Boards

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Uniformly Spaced For a Sleek, Polished Appearance

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A Seamless, Neat Finish on Fascia Boards, Screening, Stair Treads, and Picture Framing

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Effortlessly Fitted to a Clean Finish

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Close-up of a professional installer's hand securing a hidden fastener on a light-coloured grooved composite decking plank by a poolside, illustrating the precision and clean finish in deck construction.
Close-up of a professional installer's hand securing a hidden fastener on a light-coloured grooved composite decking plank by a poolside, illustrating the precision and clean finish in deck construction.

How to Install Decking Clips

Fixings and Fittings Installation

Installation Guides

Installation Videos

Cobra T Clip Installation

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Coloured Head Screws

Fascia boards and square edge boards do not have grooved sides to accommodate the secret fix clips, so they need to be top-fixed with our coloured head screws. These screws have been specially designed for conventional and capped composite boards and are available in  matching colours. Coloured head screws blend entirely into your new deck for a seamless, elegant finish. Our coloured head screws are available in two options:

  • Deck Hedz Stainless Steel Grade: 304 (CDS and CS) and Carbon Steel (CSM)
  • Anchormark CSM AMTT Carbon Steel (CSM AMTT)

Deck Hedz Stainless Steel Grade: 304

Anchormark CSM AMTT Carbon Steel (CSM AMTT)

Technical Specifications

Fittings & Fixtures
Profile Profile Code Description Gap Timber Fix Metal Fix Clips P/M2 Terrace Range Clips P/M2 Coastal Range Clips P/M2 Avenue Range Qty P/Pack
COBRA T-CLIP Cobra T-Clip & screw 5.5mm Y Y 17 14 17 75 or 250 in a bag for both timber fix and metal fix options
MG1 Mini Gap Clip & screw 1.5mm Y Y 17 15 19 75 in a bag for both timber fix and metal fix options
MG2 Mini Gap Locking Clip & screw 1.5mm Y Y 1 Clip / Board 1 Clip / Board 1 Clip / Board 25 or 250 in a bag for both timber fix and metal fix options
MG3 Starter Clip N/A Y Y N/A N/A N/A 25 or 250 in a bag for both timber fix and metal fix options
K37 Starter / End Clip N/A Y Y N/A N/A N/A 25 or 250 in a bag for both timber fix and metal fix options
TC30 Marina Board Decking Clip Suits US71 (no screw included) 8.5mm N/A N/A N/A N/A N/A 250
Coloured Screws
Profile Profile Code Description Timber Fix Metal Fix Colours Qty P/Pack
CS Coloured Head Fascia Screws – 304 SS 8g x 50mm Y N Antique, Blackbutt, Ipe, Silver Grey, Teak, Ebony 100
CDS100 Coloured Head Composite Decking Screws – 304 SS 10g x 65mm Y N Antique, Beech, Blackbutt, Brown, Silver Grey 100
CDS400 Coloured Head Composite Decking Screws – (304 SS) Y N Antique, Blackbutt, Brown Silver Grey 400
CSM-AMTTM-100 Coloured Head Composite Decking Screws ( Bi Metal / 316SS ) 12gX45mm N Y Antique, Blackbutt, Ipe, Beech, Teak, Silver greym Aged Wood, Black 100
CWP Coloured Wax De Scratch Pen (2 pens p/pack) n/a n/a Antique, Ipe, Silver Grey, Teak, Walnut , 2

Care and Maintenance

Minimal Effort with Exceptional Results

Our composite products at NewTechWood are extremely low-maintenance thanks to the UltraShield® coating which is applied during the production of each product, however some care and maintenance is recommended. To ensure your composite timber is always looking in a premium condition, we encourage you to clean as necessary.

Embrace a Relaxed Lifestyle with Low-Maintenance Aftercare

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Case Studies

Backed By a 25-Year Warranty

Whilst we back our products with confidence, you can have peace of mind knowing we offer the most comprehensive warranty on all NewTechWood composite timber products. It is important that installation is completed as per the installation guidelines, using the recommended secret fix clip systems and joist spacing to ensure your new deck, fence, screening, or cladding is installed in perfect condition.

Stylish modern home featuring premium composite decking with integrated garden landscaping, showcasing sleek design and durable outdoor living solutions.
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Bal 29 decking logo
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25 Year Limited Warranty logo
Stylish modern home featuring premium composite decking with integrated garden landscaping, showcasing sleek design and durable outdoor living solutions.
Bal 29 decking logo
Bal 29 decking logo
25 Year Limited Warranty logo
25 Year Limited Warranty logo

Frequently Asked Questions

Do I need to use the hidden clip system when installing NewTechWood decking?

Yes, it is recommended. The clip system is designed to allow the boards to expand and contract. If you top fix the boards there is no allowance for this movement UNLESS you pre-drill and follow the special instructions in the official NewTechWood decking installation guidelines. All wood plastic composite (WPC) expands and contracts in varying temperatures. The NewTechWood clips allow the boards to move accordingly so that your deck will last for many, many years.

We recommend using the hidden clip system, but if you must top fix, in order to avoid voiding the warranty, the installation must be as per the official NewTechWood decking installation guidelines. The clip system is designed to allow the boards to expand and contract. If you face fix or top fix the boards, and if there is no allowance made for expansion and contraction, the boards may buckle and warp. For those who prefer the “look” of top-fixing, if you top fix your deck, then you must pre-drill and counter-sink each hole slightly larger than the screw to minimise potential problems. This should eliminate the possibility of the cap layer from ‘mushrooming’, and other potential problems when top-fixing.

Yes! NewTechWood decking has grooved boards, which are designed specifically to be fixed using the NewTechWood “Hidden Fix System”.

NewTechWood is an American family-owned company, which began in Houston, Texas. They then built their own, quality controlled, manufacturing plant in China. The American owners now manage the complete manufacturing process on site. Manufacturing in China enables them to provide top quality products at an affordable price.

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