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  1. 4th April 2017, 09:59 AM #1
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    Default what are they called?

    Chaps,

    I am after the clips that are used top secure a table top to the base.

    hey fit into a slot in the base and are screwed to the top.


    Two questions,

    1 What are they called?

    2 Where can I buy them in Victoria?



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    Quick search on Google

    Table Top Fasteners Pack 50


    Found another place that would be more to visit

    https://www.timbecon.com.au/cabinet-...le-clip-z-type


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    "Z" clips Any decent hardware store, even Bunnings, should have them
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    You can also do traditional wood buttons so only cost is screws. Just remember long grain points into the slot.
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    Cleats if wood. Z clips if steel. Wilson & Bradley, Preston if buying in bulk.
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    I just knock em up out of a bit of dense hardwood.
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    Thanks chaps, I think I will have a go at the timber buttons.
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    Your description sounded more like figure 8's at least in my head, and Bunnings have them.


    https://www.bunnings.com.au/kia-ora-...-pack_p4020023
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