{"product_id":"certainteed-cortex-hidden-fastening-system-for-woodgrain-trimboard-2-in-and-2-3-4-in","title":"CertainTeed Cortex Hidden Fastening System for Woodgrain Trimboard, 2 in. and 2-3\/4 in.","description":"\u003ch1\u003eCertainTeed Cortex Hidden Fastening System for Woodgrain Trimboard, 2 in. and 2-3\/4 in.\u003c\/h1\u003e\u003chr\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eCertainTeed Cortex is a hidden fastening system for woodgrain trimboard that makes fastener heads virtually invisible on Restoration Millwork installations. Offered in 2 in. and 2-3\/4 in. screw lengths in White, with boxes sized from 50 LF up to 750 LF of coverage. The system is nearly impossible to strip out, removes easily, and accepts paint over plugs.\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\u003chr\u003e\u003ch2\u003eKey Features:\u003c\/h2\u003e\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eVirtually invisible:\u003c\/strong\u003e The Cortex Hidden Fastening System makes fastener heads virtually invisible for a cleaner finished look.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eStrip-out resistant:\u003c\/strong\u003e The system is almost impossible to strip-out, yet the fastener is easily removed.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eStability button:\u003c\/strong\u003e A stability button keeps the fastener straight through installation.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003ePro-grade tool life:\u003c\/strong\u003e Stronger bit material and industrial grade felt let one Cortex Setting Tool install 350 fasteners.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003ePaintable plugs:\u003c\/strong\u003e Fasteners provide a strong connection that can be painted.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eMultiple box sizes:\u003c\/strong\u003e Available in 50 LF, 250 LF and 750 LF boxes for jobs of any size.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\u003chr\u003e\u003ch2\u003eSpecifications Table:\u003c\/h2\u003e\u003ctable\u003e\n\u003cthead\u003e\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eSpecification\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003cth\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eDetails\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\u003c\/thead\u003e\n\u003ctbody\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eBrand\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eCertainTeed\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eSell unit\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e1 box (50 LF, 250 LF or 750 LF)\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eProduct line\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eCortex for Woodgrain Trimboard\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eAvailable colors\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eWhite\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eAvailable sizes\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e2\" 50 LF\/Box, 2\" 250 LF\/Box, 2\" 750 LF\/Box, 2-3\/4\" 250 LF\/Box\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eDimensions\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eScrew lengths 2 in. and 2-3\/4 in.\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eMaterial\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eHidden fastener system with plugs and setting tool bit\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eIntended use\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eHidden fastening of woodgrain trimboard such as Restoration Millwork\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003c\/tbody\u003e\n\u003c\/table\u003e\u003chr\u003e\u003ch2\u003eCoverage \u0026amp; How Much You Need:\u003c\/h2\u003e\u003cp\u003eBoxes are rated by linear feet of trimboard: 50 LF, 250 LF or 750 LF. Choose the box size that matches your trimboard run, and select the 2-3\/4 in. screw for thicker trim.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch2\u003eFit and Compatibility:\u003c\/h2\u003e\u003cp\u003eDesigned for woodgrain trimboard, specifically CertainTeed Restoration Millwork. The Cortex Setting Tool is required to set the plugs; tool, trimboard and trim screws for other materials are sold separately.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003chr\u003e\u003ch2\u003eFrequently Asked Questions (FAQ):\u003c\/h2\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eQ: What sizes are available?\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eA:\u003c\/strong\u003e The line includes 2 in. screws in 50 LF, 250 LF and 750 LF boxes, plus a 2-3\/4 in. screw in a 250 LF box, all in White.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003chr\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eQ: How is coverage measured?\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eA:\u003c\/strong\u003e Boxes are rated in linear feet of trimboard installed, from 50 LF up to 750 LF.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003chr\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eQ: What trim does it fit?\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eA:\u003c\/strong\u003e It is made for woodgrain trimboard, specifically CertainTeed Restoration Millwork.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003chr\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eQ: Can the fasteners be removed or painted?\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eA:\u003c\/strong\u003e Yes, the fastener is easily removed and the finished connection can be painted.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003chr\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eQ: Is it hard to strip out the drive?\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eA:\u003c\/strong\u003e The system is almost impossible to strip-out, and a stability button keeps the fastener straight during installation.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003chr\u003e\u003ch2\u003eExpert Verdict — Reviewed by the SuperArbor Pro Desk\u003c\/h2\u003e\u003cp\u003eCortex is the fastening method to specify whenever exposed screw heads would spoil a trimboard installation; the plug-and-screw system hides the connection completely while keeping the joint serviceable. Match screw length to trim thickness, stepping up to 2-3\/4 in. for thicker profiles, and budget one Setting Tool per crew since each bit handles about 350 fasteners. 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