{"product_id":"balsam-point-workshop-20-pack-heavy-duty-figure-8-table-top-connector-or-desk-top-fastener-clip-12-gauge-steel","title":"Balsam Point Workshop 20-Pack - Heavy Duty Figure 8 Table Top Connector Or Desk Top Fastener Clip - 12 Gauge Steel","description":"\u003cp\u003e12-gauge steel fastener easily and securely connects table tops or desk tops to their apron. Using a 11\/16    (or 5\/8 will work in a pinch) spade or forstner bit, simply bore a shallow hole in the rail or apron of your project, so the fastener top sits flush with the top of rail. Attach the fastener with a #6 screw into the apron, then secure the wooden top surface with another #6 screw. Simple chisel work near the shallow boring may be necessary to ensure a proper bedding and free lateral movement of the fastener. Fasteners are countersunk on opposite sides to keep screw heads flush. Its important to secure screws to a snug fit, but do not over tighten to allow for seasonal wood movement.  Screws are NOT INCLUDED; depending on your project, wood stock thicknesses will vary, so its imperative to select a screw length that will adequately suit your individual needs.  As with any form of adhering a table or desk top to a rail or apron, its important to always lift the project by the rails and not the top surface.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Balsam Point Worksho","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":53121313964348,"sku":"WBSFSB06XZ6LV2Z","price":19.58,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":false}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0975\/5941\/3052\/files\/51oF0zPk8TL.jpg?v=1781072305","url":"https:\/\/supermerica.com\/products\/balsam-point-workshop-20-pack-heavy-duty-figure-8-table-top-connector-or-desk-top-fastener-clip-12-gauge-steel","provider":"Supermerica","version":"1.0","type":"link"}