Description

Starborn HEADCOTE CAP-TOR xd Colour-Matched Composite Deck Screws

Achieve a clean, professional finish with Starborn HEADCOTE CAP-TOR xd colour-matched composite deck screws.

Designed for surface fastening composite decking, these screws feature colour-matched heads that blend with popular decking colours. They are ideal for installing solid-edge deck boards, picture framing, stair treads and other areas where hidden fastening clips cannot be used.

Unlike the Starborn PRO PLUG system, HEADCOTE CAP-TOR xd screws are designed to remain visible on the deck surface. No plugs are required.

Features & Benefits

• Colour-Matched Heads: Designed to blend with popular composite decking colours.
• No Plugs Required: Provides a finished appearance without additional plugs.
• Composite Decking Applications: Suitable for surface fastening compatible composite deck boards.
• Epoxy-Coated Carbon Steel: Protective coating designed for exterior decking applications.
• Professional Finish: Ideal for picture framing, perimeter boards and stair treads.
• Convenient Packaging: 100 screws per package.

Product Specifications

Specification	Details
Manufacturer	Starborn
Product	HEADCOTE CAP-TOR xd
Screw Size	#10 × 2¾”
Material	Epoxy-coated carbon steel
Head Finish	Colour-matched
Package Quantity	100 screws
Installation Method	Surface fastening
Plugs Required	No
Approximate Coverage	30 sq. ft.

Coverage assumes approximately two screws per board at 16” joist spacing. Actual quantities depend on board dimensions and installation requirements.

Recommended Applications

Solid-Edge Composite Deck Boards

Use for surface fastening deck boards where hidden clips cannot be installed.

Picture Framing

Ideal for securing perimeter boards and decorative deck borders.

Stair Treads

Provides secure surface fastening for composite deck stair treads.

Starborn Colour Matching Guide

Starborn offers colour-matched fasteners designed to complement popular Fiberon and Eva-Last composite decking colours.

Use the chart below to find the recommended Starborn screw colour for your decking.

Starborn Colour	Fiberon Decking Matches	Eva-Last Decking Matches
Brown #34	Cabin, Moringa, Natural Reef, Russet Dune	N/A
Grey #37	Cottage, Seaside Mist	Caribbean Coral, Grey Slate
Black #38	N/A	Carbonized Osage, Baltic Nero
Dark Grey #53	Beach House, Graphite, Moonlit Cove	Alaskan Driftwood, Concrete Grey
Warm Grey #54	Cabana, Chai, Sandstone, Shaded Cay	N/A
Dark Slate #55	Earl Grey, Weathered Cliff	N/A
Sahara #62	Prairie Wheat	Light Cream
Buckskin #63	Tuscan Villa, Warm Sienna	Himalayan Cedar
Sand #64	N/A	Weathered Ash
Rosy Brown #65	Brownstone	Oasis Palm
Chocolate #71	Burnt Umber, Espresso, Latte	Brazilian Teak
Java #73	Bungalow, Mountain Ash, Sandy Pier	Tiger Cove
Cedar #81	N/A	Barrel Oak, Chestnut
Mahogany #82	N/A	Natural Ipe

Note: These are manufacturer/distributor colour-matching recommendations. Actual colour appearance may vary slightly depending on lighting and decking finish. We recommend checking the screw colour against a decking sample before installation.

Installation

Install according to the decking manufacturer’s fastening requirements and Starborn’s installation instructions.

For best results, use the appropriate screw-driving bit and avoid overdriving the screw heads.

Important Information

HEADCOTE CAP-TOR xd screws are designed for exposed-head surface fastening.

If you prefer concealed screw heads, consider Starborn CAP-TOR screws used with the compatible PRO PLUG system, sold separately.