Simpson APVKB45-4 Knee Brace Connector - Black Powder Coat
Simpson APVKB45-4 Knee Brace Connector - Black Powder Coat!
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Decorative Rigid Ties and Knee Braces
Specifications
• (4) SDWS22312DBB Structural wood screws
W1: 5-5/8"
W2: 5-5/8"
The Simpson Strong-Tie Outdoor Accents APVKB Decorative Knee Brace Connector adds both strength and modern design to your outdoor wood structures. Part of the Avant Collection, this connector is engineered to simplify knee brace installation while enhancing the look of pergolas, pavilions, and patio covers with its clean, straight-line styling.
Crafted from ZMAX galvanized steel and finished with and a black powder coat, the APVKB resists corrosion and maintains a sharp appearance in outdoor conditions. Its precision-fit saddle design ensures a tight connection between beam and brace, helping transfer lateral loads and reduce racking.
This connector is designed for easy installation and works with standard 4x or 6x lumber sizes. Each set requires two APVKB connectors, one at each end of the knee brace, and installs using SDWS22312DBB structural wood screws and STN22 hex head washers (sold separately) for a fast, clean finish.
Take the guesswork out of what fasteners you need with our APVKB45-4 Kit that has the fasteners included to complete your project!
Features:
- Material: Heavy-duty steel with ZMAX galvanization and black powder-coated finish
- Design: Saddle-style connector creates a secure, tight-fit joint between brace and beam/post
- Corrosion Resistance: Built to endure harsh weather and outdoor conditions
- Modern Aesthetic: Straight-line styling matches the Avant Collection for a clean, professional look
- Applications: Ideal for reinforcing decorative knee braces on pergolas, pavilions, porches, and similar structures
Installation:
- Place one APVKB connector at each end of your knee brace.
- Align with the post and beam to form a diagonal brace.
- Secure each connector using Simpson SDWS22312DBB screws and STN22 hex head washers.
- Tighten screws until flush. No pre-drilling required in most wood.
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Customer Reviews
Needed these for deck. No one had them except this site. Ordered on a Thursday and we had them the folllowing Tuesday. Acccurate items delivered and they worked great for our deck.
Jade,
Thank you for taking the time to write a review! We are so happy to hear we had exactly what you were looking for and they were delivered quickly. Please let us know if we can be of any assistance in the future!
I have been working on replacing both my outdoor spaces this year. I love the way these work as both a structural element and a design feature!
Simpson is the industry standard. Great products.
Very strong brackets. Unfortunately when I googles the angle I needed these came up, but they won't work for me needs.
Ideal brace for an octagonal gazebo. I secured them with 2 1/2 inch lag bolts. They're decorative and functional. Perfect
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