Abstract: A deck clip that may be used in the construction of a deck and a method of using the same is provided. The deck clip may include a grip and a spacer. Portions of both the grip and the spacer may be received within the grooves of deck boards used in decks. Thus, the deck clip may be selectively affixed to deck boards. Further, the deck clip may be configured to receive a fastener for anchoring the deck clip to joists. Thus, the deck clip may be used to couple deck boards to joists. Advantageously, the deck clip may be used to construct a deck without exposed fasteners, the geometry of the spacer may assist with creating a consistent gap between adjacent deck boards, and the grip may comprise saw-tooth shaped surfaces for improved retention of the deck boards.

Abstract: A heavy duty layered blanket having application in construction applications is disclosed. It includes an overlay around one or more edges of the blanket which resists tearing and wear. The overlay helps to assure that the layers of the blanket stay in place when placed in use, especially in heavy duty construction applications such as for curing concrete. Selective openings in the overlay facilitate attachment of multiple blankets to each other and related facilities, such as scaffolding.

Abstract: A lightweight thermoplastic polyolefin roofing underlayment with superior tear strength is disclosed having a printed upper surface simulating the appearance of a finished roof. The underlayment is reinforced with a woven polypropylene scrim. Anti-skid materials can be incorporated into the body of the underlayment.

Abstract: A tarpaulin includes a plurality of warp strands and a plurality of weft strands, a protective weatherproof coating, and simulated roofing surface. The warp and weft strands are woven into a weave pattern to form a mesh substrate. The protective weatherproof coating may include one or more pigments, an ultraviolet stabilizer, flame retardants, and other fillers that protect the mesh substrate from exposure to various conditions. A simulated roofing surface is applied to the protective weatherproof coating by printing or like means. This simulated roofing surface can have the appearance of roofing materials such as shingles, shakes, or tiles.

Abstract: A container is specially configured to enable a user to withdraw stored fasteners such as nails, screws, bolts, and the like. The device includes a receptacle base having a bottom wall and a continuous side wall that can be somewhat squared in shape. The receptacle base could be cylindrically shaped, oval shaped, or any other selected shape in plan view. A lid removably attaches to the side wall at the wall upper edge, the lid including a lid front section and a lid rear section. A hinge enables the front lid section to rotate about a hinge axis of rotation between closed an open positions. Each lid section has a raised portion that includes a plurality of inclined surfaces that define frictionally engaging correspondingly shaped socket and projecting portions that interlock when the front lid section is opened. An interference fit or frictional fit generated by the engaged socket and projecting portions holds the front lid section in the open position.