Patent ID: 6460311
Filing Date: 2002-10-08
Classification: E04F

Abstract:
A fixture for fastening horizontal siding boards using at least two studs erected side by side, said fixture comprising:a substrate constituting at least a mounting surface adapted to be contacted with said studs, said substrate having a single raised flat portion protruding in a direction away from the mounting surface; an upright portion formed substantially perpendicular to said flat portion. projecting in the direction away from the mounting surface, and extending substantially throughout an entire lateral width of said flat portion; and an engaging portion formed at a distal end of said upright portion; wherein the mounting surface of said fixture has a laterally elongated width sufficient to bridge said two studs; said upright portion projects from a middle region of said flat portion, dividing said flat portion into an upper region and a lower region; and said upright portion is provided with openings for drainage of water.