L shaped nail Hardwood Flooring Cleats help prevent floor squeaking

For hardwood flooring applications, we offer our FLN series 16 gauge L-shaped FleXCleats. This L shaped nail is manufactured similar to Stanley Bostitch nails. These 16 gauge flooring cleats are engineered with a ribbed shank to dramatically increase holding power and prevent floor squeaking. Our superior collation technology also enables these 16 gauge flooring cleats to be handled with ease and less breakage. The 16 gauge L cleats we have on this page come in 1 1/2" and 2" lengths. The 1-1/2" flooring cleats are suitable for hardwood applications over concrete or radiant flooring, while 2” is typically used on 3/4" hardwood over wood-framed subfloors.

FastenerUSA's FLN series 16 gauge L-shaped FleXCleats are available in two different grades of corrosion resistance including Brite (Non-Galvanized), and 304 Grade Stainless Steel:

Brite (Non-Galvanized) L shaped flooring cleats are best suited for interior flooring applications only. No corrosion resistance. Not recommended for ACQ Treated Lumber.

304 Grade Stainless Steel L shaped flooring cleats are best suited for typical outdoor applications to avoid nail corrosion and discoloration. ACQ-treated lumber, redwood, cedar, and acidic or oil-based exotic woods.

Our 16 gauge L cleats are made similar to Primatech cleats so our L-shaped FleXCleats are made to fit a virtually every 16 gauge L shaped flooring nailer on the market today. Some of the more popular well-known brands are be Bostitch, Porter Cable, Senco, Primatech, just to name a few.