Product Description
The Simpson APVST610 Avant Ornamental Flat Strap is a decorative and structural hardware connector from Simpson Strong-Tie's Outdoor Accents Avant Collection. Engineered for use with 6x nominal or rough-cut lumber, this flat strap can connect two beams together or serve as a striking decorative accent on custom outdoor living structures. Its 12-gauge steel construction, paired with a ZMAX galvanized finish and black powder coat, delivers dependable corrosion resistance for demanding exterior and treated-wood applications.
Key Features
- The Avant Collection features straight edges and chamfered corners for a clean, timeless design
- Installs with the Outdoor Accents structural screw and hex-head washer (fasteners sold separately)
- Compatible with 6x nominal lumber size - works for both nominal and rough-cut lumber dimensions
- Made from 12-gauge steel for reliable strength and rigidity
- ZMAX galvanized with black powder-coat offers extra corrosion resistance for exterior and treated-wood applications
- Width: 5 in. | Length: 9-3/4 in.
- Part of the Avant Collection within the Outdoor Accents decorative hardware product line
- Made in the United States
Specifications
- MPN: APVST610
- Width: 5 in.
- Length: 9-3/4 in.
- Gauge: 12
- Nominal Lumber Size: 6x
- Coating: ZMAX
- Finish: ZMAX Galvanized with Black Powder Coat
- Install With: (4) STN22 Outdoor Accents hex-head washers and (4) SDWS22312DBB Outdoor Accents structural wood screws
- Country of Origin: United States
Frequently Asked Questions
- What lumber size is the APVST610 flat strap designed for?
- The APVST610 is designed for 6x nominal lumber. It works with both nominal and rough-cut lumber sizes, making it versatile for a range of outdoor structural and decorative projects.
- What fasteners are required to install the APVST610?
- Installation requires (4) STN22 Outdoor Accents hex-head washers and (4) SDWS22312DBB Outdoor Accents structural wood screws. These fasteners are not included with the strap and must be purchased separately.
- Is the APVST610 suitable for exterior and treated-wood applications?
- Yes. The APVST610 features a ZMAX galvanized base coating topped with a black powder coat, which together provide extra corrosion resistance specifically suited for exterior environments and contact with treated wood.
- Can the APVST610 be used as both a structural connector and a decorative accent?
- Yes. The APVST610 flat strap can be used to connect two beams together for structural purposes, or it can be added to any outdoor project purely as a decorative accent. Its straight edges and chamfered corners give it the clean, timeless aesthetic of the Avant Collection.
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Note: The structural screws, hex head washers, and concrete anchors are not included.
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