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Tiger Claw and Trex Begin Multi-Year Contract for Exclusive, Proprietary Hidden Deck Fasteners

Tiger Claw Inc. announces that it has entered into a multi-year contract with Trex to manufacture its proprietary Trex Hideaway(TM) hidden deck fastener system. Trex Hideaway will be used for one of Trex's most popular collections of decking and railing -- Trex Brasilia® -- and will provide a cleaner deck surface, free of nails and screws.

"The multi-year agreement with Trex is a tremendous validation of Tiger Claw's expertise in designing and manufacturing custom hidden deck fasteners for the industry's top manufacturers of composite and pre-grooved decking," said David Hartmann, president of Tiger Claw. "Tiger Claw takes pride in its many partnerships and future opportunities. We are looking forward to working with Trex and providing all our partners great service for many years to come."

Trex Hideaway Hidden Fasteners were designed exclusively for use with Trex decking. As a part of the Trex Hideaway System, Tiger Claw manufactures two styles of hidden deck fasteners that are used with the exotic Trex Brasilia line of grooved boards. The Connector Clip -- available in 50- and 500-square foot coverage options -- is for use between deck boards. The Start/Stop Clip is available in a 400-square foot coverage option and is for use on the outer boards. This clip, which allows for one-sided connections, is the first of its kind on the market. All clips are constructed of stainless steel for superior durability, and feature a black finish.

The use of other hidden fastener systems with Trex grooved boards may damage the board or result in the boards not being adequately fastened to the joist system.

"We're very confident in the superiority of Trex Hideaway when compared to other hidden fastening systems on the market," said Scott Fedor, senior product manager of decking at Trex. "The unique grooved design of our boards allows them to easily attach to the clips -- not only creating a pleasing aesthetic, but also allowing for an installation process that is far more efficient and uncomplicated than that of similar products. Replacement also is simpler -- even on boards installed in the middle of a deck."

During the development of Trex Hideaway, Tiger Claw and Trex worked closely to test the design of the product and to ensure that all of its features directly addressed contractor needs and exceeded their expectations.

For more information about the Trex Hideaway Hidden Fastening System, visit http://www.trex.com/hideaway/.

About Tiger Claw hidden deck fasteners

Tiger Claw offers a complete line of innovative and versatile hidden deck fasteners. The TC-1 is a coated steel hidden deck fastener and the TC-2 deck fastener is made of stainless steel. Both are ideal for soft woods and pressure treated lumber. The TC-3 is used with composite decking materials and medium density mahogany. It may also be used with cellular PVC decking materials. The TC-4 is perfect for exotic hardwood decking lumber like Ipe and Teak. The TC-G offers the fastest installation available today with pre-grooved decking or square edge boards using a router or biscuit joiner. All Tiger Claw hidden deck fasteners are manufactured in the United States.

About Trex Company

Trex Company is the nation's largest manufacturer of composite decking, railing and fencing, with more than 15 years of product experience. Products are marketed under the brand name Trex®. Made from a unique formulation of reclaimed wood and plastic, combined through a proprietary process, Trex decking, railing and fencing offer significant design flexibility with fewer ongoing maintenance requirements than wood. For more information, visit the Company's website, www.trex.com. Trex®, Trex Brasilia®, Trex Accents®, Trex Contours(TM) and Trex Escapes(TM) are trademarks of Trex Company, Inc., Winchester, Va.

About Tiger Claw Inc.

Tiger Claw Inc. was founded in 2001 and currently offers seven hidden deck fasteners. Its products are designed to greatly increase the value of construction projects without significantly increasing overall project costs. Tiger Claw is headquartered in Bristol, Connecticut. For more information, visit www.deckfastener.com or call (800) 928-4437.