Grip-Rite offers a broad family of deck construction fasteners and accessories, including the Ninja hidden deck clip, starter clips, composite screws, exterior wood screws, stainless fasteners, nails and flashing products. Prestige selects from the system according to the deck board, framing and exposure rather than relying on a single general-purpose fastener.

Available through Prestige: clip and fastener takeoffs, compatible accessory packages, material supply and professional deck installation.

Why Prestige features Grip-Rite deck accessories

The Ninja hidden deck clip is designed for grooved PVC and composite boards and is supplied with 316 stainless screws. Its preassembled design, board-gripping features and spacing function support a clean surface and efficient installation. Grip-Rite also provides DeckForce composite screws, exterior screws and other fasteners for details not handled by a hidden clip.

  • Ninja hidden clips for compatible grooved PVC and composite decking
  • 316 stainless screws included with current Ninja clip packages
  • Starter clips for first and last board conditions
  • Composite and exterior screw families for borders, trim and framing-related work
  • Fastener and flashing options that can be coordinated across the deck assembly

Where this system fits best

Ninja clips are most relevant for grooved field boards where the decking manufacturer permits their use. Grip-Rite screws and nails cover many other nonstructural and exterior fastening conditions, but each product must be selected for its published application and corrosion rating.

What we evaluate before specifying it

We confirm the exact deck-board compatibility, groove geometry, joist material, layout pattern, package coverage, starter-clip quantity and exposure. For screws and nails, we verify whether the fastener is structural or nonstructural, coating or stainless grade, treated-lumber compatibility and head style.

Installation details that affect performance

Hidden clips must be seated and driven at the correct torque without crushing the groove. Starter and perimeter details prevent board movement. Exterior screws should not be substituted for rated structural connectors, and pneumatic nails require the correct collation, length, shank and corrosion protection.

Northwest Washington considerations

The current Ninja system’s 316 stainless screw is attractive for wet and coastal exposure, but all connected components must still be compatible. Salt, trapped debris and standing moisture can attack lower-grade hardware elsewhere in the assembly, so the deck is reviewed as a complete fastening system.

Common questions

Are Ninja clips compatible with every grooved board?

Grip-Rite lists broad compatibility, but the decking manufacturer’s current instructions and the exact board profile control. We verify both before installation.

Do hidden clips eliminate every visible screw?

Usually not. Borders, stairs, breaker boards and the first or last board often require starter clips, plugs or color-matched face screws.

Can Grip-Rite exterior screws be used structurally?

Only a fastener with the required published structural approval and values should be used for a structural connection. General exterior or deck screws are not assumed to replace structural screws or connector nails.

Plan the complete system

Prestige can coordinate product selection, quantities, compatible framing and fastening, permit-related requirements, and professional installation. Start with our custom deck building service, review composite and PVC deck options, or request a project consultation.

View the manufacturer’s current product information, installation documents and warranty terms.

Product availability, specifications and manufacturer warranties can change. Final selections are verified against current manufacturer documentation and the requirements of each project. Reviewed by Ryan Imus, Washington contractor PRESTHS776JR.