{"product_id":"simpson-strong-tie-outdoor-accents-aplh-zmax-black-light-joist-hanger-for-2x6-aplh26","title":"Simpson Strong-Tie Outdoor Accents APLH ZMAX, Black Light Joist Hanger for 2x6 (APLH26)","description":"\u003csection data-aplus\u003e\n\u003cdetails id=\"product-features\" class=\"acc\" open\u003e\n  \u003csummary\u003e\u003ch2\u003eKey Features\u003c\/h2\u003e\u003c\/summary\u003e\n  \u003cdiv class=\"acc-body\"\u003e\n    \u003cdiv class=\"features\"\u003e\n      \u003cdiv class=\"card\"\u003e\n        \u003cdiv class=\"card-inside\"\u003e\n          \u003cimg src=\"https:\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0933\/1582\/5958\/files\/material.svg\" alt=\"material\" class=\"aplusicon\"\u003e\n        \u003c\/div\u003e\n        \u003cdiv\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eCleaner Visible Connections\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/div\u003e\n        \u003cdiv class=\"feature-card\"\u003eThe concealed-flange layout keeps the sides straight and less bulky, which matters when the hanger stays in view on pergolas, patio covers, and other outdoor framing.\u003c\/div\u003e\n      \u003c\/div\u003e\n      \u003cdiv class=\"card\"\u003e\n        \u003cdiv class=\"card-inside\"\u003e\n          \u003cimg src=\"https:\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0933\/1582\/5958\/files\/certifications.svg\" alt=\"certifications\" class=\"aplusicon\"\u003e\n        \u003c\/div\u003e\n        \u003cdiv\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eBuilt for Exterior Use\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/div\u003e\n        \u003cdiv class=\"feature-card\"\u003eA ZMAX galvanized base with black powder coat adds corrosion resistance for exterior and treated-wood applications, while keeping the hardware matched to the Outdoor Accents look.\u003c\/div\u003e\n      \u003c\/div\u003e\n      \u003cdiv class=\"card\"\u003e\n        \u003cdiv class=\"card-inside\"\u003e\n          \u003cimg src=\"https:\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0933\/1582\/5958\/files\/size.svg\" alt=\"size\" class=\"aplusicon\"\u003e\n        \u003c\/div\u003e\n        \u003cdiv\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eAPLH26 Joist Fit\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/div\u003e\n        \u003cdiv class=\"feature-card\"\u003eThis Simpson Strong-Tie light hanger is sized for nominal 2x6 or 2x8 joists, giving you the right fit for common wood-to-wood outdoor framing connections.\u003c\/div\u003e\n      \u003c\/div\u003e\n    \u003c\/div\u003e\n  \u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/details\u003e\n\n\u003cdetails id=\"product-overview\" class=\"acc\"\u003e\n  \u003csummary\u003e\u003ch2\u003eOverview\u003c\/h2\u003e\u003c\/summary\u003e\n  \u003cdiv class=\"acc-body\" data-product-summary\u003e\n    \u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eSimpson Strong-Tie APLH26 Light Hanger\u003c\/strong\u003e is a concealed-flange joist hanger for connecting nominal 2x6 or 2x8 wood joists to a beam in exposed outdoor framing. This is a concealed-flange joist hanger designed for wood-to-wood joist connections in decorative exterior structures. Model Number: \u003cstrong\u003eAPLH26\u003c\/strong\u003e. If you are building a pergola, pavilion, patio cover, or other outdoor project where the connector will be seen, this hanger gives you the structural function you need without the bulky look of a standard face-mount hanger.\u003c\/p\u003e\n    \u003cp\u003eThe big selling point here is appearance without giving up purpose. The straight-edge concealed-flange design keeps the hardware tucked in tighter at the connection, so the finished framing looks cleaner from below and from the sides. That makes a difference on projects where the beam and joist lines are part of the finished look, not something getting covered later.\u003c\/p\u003e\n    \u003cp\u003eFor the APLH26 size, Simpson lists this hanger for nominal \u003cstrong\u003e2x6 or 2x8\u003c\/strong\u003e joists. The published dimensions are a \u003cstrong\u003e1-9\/16 in. seat width\u003c\/strong\u003e, \u003cstrong\u003e5-1\/8 in. height\u003c\/strong\u003e, and \u003cstrong\u003e1-7\/8 in. base dimension\u003c\/strong\u003e. In plain terms, it is built around common dimensional lumber sizing used in outdoor wood framing, while staying narrow enough to keep the connection looking tidy.\u003c\/p\u003e\n    \u003cp\u003eMaterial matters on outdoor hardware, and this one is made from \u003cstrong\u003e14-gauge steel\u003c\/strong\u003e. That gauge gives the hanger the stiffness needed for its intended joist-connection role, while the finish package is what makes it fit exterior work. Simpson uses \u003cstrong\u003eZMAX galvanized steel with a black powder coat\u003c\/strong\u003e, so you get corrosion resistance suited for exterior and treated-wood applications plus a flat black appearance that matches the rest of the Outdoor Accents line.\u003c\/p\u003e\n    \u003cp\u003eThis hanger is also part of a larger decorative framing system, which is useful if you want consistent-looking hardware across the whole build. It is designed to complement the \u003cstrong\u003eOutdoor Accents Mission Collection and Avant Collection\u003c\/strong\u003e, so it does not look like a random structural part mixed into a decorative project. If you are already using Outdoor Accents straps, angles, washers, or other connector hardware, the finish and styling stay consistent.\u003c\/p\u003e\n    \u003cp\u003eOn installation, the main thing to know is that Simpson calls for the \u003cstrong\u003eOutdoor Accents SD10112DBB connector screw\u003c\/strong\u003e, and the product requires using all specified fasteners. Fasteners are \u003cstrong\u003esold separately\u003c\/strong\u003e. That is worth paying attention to before checkout, because this is not a grab-and-go kit with screws in the box. The benefit is that you get the correct fastener and the intended finished look, but you do need to order those screws with the hanger.\u003c\/p\u003e\n    \u003cp\u003eIn practical use, this is a good fit for builders who care about both structure and appearance. General contractors, deck and patio builders, carpenters, and serious DIYers working on custom outdoor living spaces will get the most out of it. If the connection is going to stay visible and you want it to look deliberate instead of purely utilitarian, the Simpson Strong-Tie APLH26 Light Hanger is the right kind of hardware for that job.\u003c\/p\u003e\n  \u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/details\u003e\n\n\u003cdetails id=\"product-benefits\" class=\"acc\"\u003e\n  \u003csummary\u003e\u003ch2\u003eDesigned for Clean-Looking Outdoor Framing\u003c\/h2\u003e\u003c\/summary\u003e\n  \u003cdiv class=\"acc-body\"\u003e\n    \u003cdiv class=\"row\"\u003e\n      \u003cdiv class=\"img\"\u003e\n        \u003cimg src=\"https:\/\/ssttoolbox.widen.net\/content\/5tblv6st4w\/jpeg\/C_APLH26_ProdPho_Pho_Prod_DecorativeLightHanger_C0.jpeg?position=c\u0026amp;color=ffffffff\u0026amp;u=cjmyin\" alt=\"Simpson Strong-Tie APLH26 Light Hanger product image showing the black concealed-flange joist hanger for wood-to-wood outdoor framing connections\" class=\"tnblock-img\"\u003e\n      \u003c\/div\u003e\n      \u003cdiv class=\"copy\"\u003e\n        \u003cp\u003eThe APLH26 is built for projects where the hardware does not get hidden. Its concealed-flange shape and black finish help the joist connection blend into the overall design instead of standing out like standard utility hardware.\u003c\/p\u003e\n        \u003cul\u003e\n          \u003cli\u003eConcealed-flange joist hanger for nominal 2x6 or 2x8 connections\u003c\/li\u003e\n          \u003cli\u003eZMAX galvanized steel with black powder coat for exterior and treated-wood use\u003c\/li\u003e\n        \u003c\/ul\u003e\n      \u003c\/div\u003e\n    \u003c\/div\u003e\n  \u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/details\u003e\n\n\u003cdetails id=\"product-key-specifications\" class=\"acc\" open\u003e\n  \u003csummary\u003e\u003ch2\u003eKey Specifications\u003c\/h2\u003e\u003c\/summary\u003e\n  \u003cdiv class=\"acc-body\"\u003e\n    \u003ctable class=\"aplusspecs\"\u003e\n      \u003ctr\u003e\n        \u003cth\u003eTool Type\u003c\/th\u003e\n        \u003ctd\u003eConcealed joist hanger\u003c\/td\u003e\n      \u003c\/tr\u003e\n      \u003ctr\u003e\n        \u003cth\u003eApplication\u003c\/th\u003e\n        \u003ctd\u003eWood-to-wood fastening\u003c\/td\u003e\n      \u003c\/tr\u003e\n      \u003ctr\u003e\n        \u003cth\u003eCompatible Joist Size\u003c\/th\u003e\n        \u003ctd\u003eNominal 2x6 or 2x8\u003c\/td\u003e\n      \u003c\/tr\u003e\n      \u003ctr\u003e\n        \u003cth\u003eMaterial\u003c\/th\u003e\n        \u003ctd\u003e14-gauge steel\u003c\/td\u003e\n      \u003c\/tr\u003e\n      \u003ctr\u003e\n        \u003cth\u003eSeat Width (W)\u003c\/th\u003e\n        \u003ctd\u003e1-9\/16 in.\u003c\/td\u003e\n      \u003c\/tr\u003e\n      \u003ctr\u003e\n        \u003cth\u003eHeight (H)\u003c\/th\u003e\n        \u003ctd\u003e5-1\/8 in.\u003c\/td\u003e\n      \u003c\/tr\u003e\n      \u003ctr\u003e\n        \u003cth\u003eBase Dimension (B)\u003c\/th\u003e\n        \u003ctd\u003e1-7\/8 in.\u003c\/td\u003e\n      \u003c\/tr\u003e\n      \u003ctr\u003e\n        \u003cth\u003eFinish\u003c\/th\u003e\n        \u003ctd\u003eZMAX galvanized with black powder coat\u003c\/td\u003e\n      \u003c\/tr\u003e\n    \u003c\/table\u003e\n  \u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/details\u003e\n\n\u003cdetails id=\"product-compatibility\" class=\"acc\"\u003e\n  \u003csummary\u003e\u003ch2\u003eCompatibility\u003c\/h2\u003e\u003c\/summary\u003e\n  \u003cdiv class=\"acc-body\"\u003e\n    \u003cdiv class=\"compat-list\"\u003e\n      \u003cdiv class=\"compat-row\"\u003e\n        \u003cimg src=\"https:\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0933\/1582\/5958\/files\/connectivity.svg\" alt=\"connectivity\" class=\"aplusicon\"\u003e\n        \u003cdiv\u003e\n          \u003cstrong\u003eFastener Requirement\u003c\/strong\u003e\n          \u003cdiv class=\"compat-detail\"\u003eDesigned for use with Simpson Strong-Tie Outdoor Accents connector screws, specifically SD10112DBB.\u003c\/div\u003e\n        \u003c\/div\u003e\n      \u003c\/div\u003e\n      \u003cdiv class=\"compat-row\"\u003e\n        \u003cimg src=\"https:\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0933\/1582\/5958\/files\/material.svg\" alt=\"material\" class=\"aplusicon\"\u003e\n        \u003cdiv\u003e\n          \u003cstrong\u003eFraming Materials\u003c\/strong\u003e\n          \u003cdiv class=\"compat-detail\"\u003eMade for wood-to-wood connections between a joist and beam.\u003c\/div\u003e\n        \u003c\/div\u003e\n      \u003c\/div\u003e\n      \u003cdiv class=\"compat-row\"\u003e\n        \u003cimg src=\"https:\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0933\/1582\/5958\/files\/color.svg\" alt=\"color\" class=\"aplusicon\"\u003e\n        \u003cdiv\u003e\n          \u003cstrong\u003eOutdoor Accents System\u003c\/strong\u003e\n          \u003cdiv class=\"compat-detail\"\u003eMatches the Simpson Strong-Tie Outdoor Accents Mission Collection and Avant Collection for a consistent decorative hardware look.\u003c\/div\u003e\n        \u003c\/div\u003e\n      \u003c\/div\u003e\n    \u003c\/div\u003e\n  \u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/details\u003e\n\n\u003cdetails id=\"product-applications-uses\" class=\"acc\"\u003e\n  \u003csummary\u003e\u003ch2\u003eBuilt For\u003c\/h2\u003e\u003c\/summary\u003e\n  \u003cdiv class=\"acc-body\"\u003e\n    \u003cdiv class=\"tags\"\u003e\n      \u003cspan class=\"tag\"\u003eOutdoor Living Structures\u003c\/span\u003e\n      \u003cspan class=\"tag\"\u003ePergolas\u003c\/span\u003e\n      \u003cspan class=\"tag\"\u003ePavilions\u003c\/span\u003e\n      \u003cspan class=\"tag\"\u003ePatio Covers\u003c\/span\u003e\n      \u003cspan class=\"tag\"\u003eCarpentry\u003c\/span\u003e\n      \u003cspan class=\"tag\"\u003eConstruction\u003c\/span\u003e\n      \u003cspan class=\"tag\"\u003eGeneral Contracting\u003c\/span\u003e\n      \u003cspan class=\"tag\"\u003eDIY \/ Hobbyist\u003c\/span\u003e\n    \u003c\/div\u003e\n  \u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/details\u003e\n\n\u003cdetails id=\"product-pro-tips\" class=\"acc\"\u003e\n  \u003csummary\u003e\u003ch2\u003ePro Tip\u003c\/h2\u003e\u003c\/summary\u003e\n  \u003cdiv class=\"acc-body\"\u003e\n    \u003cdiv class=\"tip-row\"\u003e\n      \u003cimg src=\"https:\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0933\/1582\/5958\/files\/specs.svg\" alt=\"specs\" class=\"aplusicon\"\u003e\n      \u003cp class=\"tip-text\"\u003eOrder the SD10112DBB connector screws at the same time as the hanger. This APLH26 is sold without fasteners, and using the specified Outdoor Accents screws is what gives you both the intended fit and the finished black-hardware look.\u003c\/p\u003e\n    \u003c\/div\u003e\n  \u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/details\u003e\n\n\u003cdetails id=\"product-warranty\" class=\"acc\"\u003e\n  \u003csummary\u003e\u003ch2\u003eWarranty \u0026amp; Support\u003c\/h2\u003e\u003c\/summary\u003e\n  \u003cdiv class=\"acc-body\"\u003e\n    \u003cdiv class=\"warranty-row\"\u003e\n      \u003cimg src=\"https:\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0933\/1582\/5958\/files\/warranty.svg\" alt=\"warranty\" class=\"icon-sm\"\u003e\n      \u003cdiv class=\"warranty-text\"\u003e\n        Warranty listed by Lowe's: none.\n      \u003c\/div\u003e\n    \u003c\/div\u003e\n  \u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/details\u003e\n\n\u003cdetails id=\"product-tool-nut-take\" class=\"acc\"\u003e\n  \u003csummary\u003e\u003ch2\u003eTool Nut's Take\u003c\/h2\u003e\u003c\/summary\u003e\n  \u003cdiv class=\"acc-body\"\u003e\n    \u003cdiv class=\"eyebrow\"\u003eTool Nut's Take\u003c\/div\u003e\n    \u003ch3\u003eSimpson Strong-Tie APLH26 Light Hanger for Better-Looking Joist Connections\u003c\/h3\u003e\n    \u003cp\u003eThis is the one to buy when you want a real structural hanger for outdoor framing but do not want the connection to look like an afterthought.\u003c\/p\u003e\n    \u003cul\u003e\n      \u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eWho it's for:\u003c\/strong\u003e Builders and serious DIYers putting up pergolas, patio covers, pavilions, and other exposed wood structures with nominal 2x6 or 2x8 joists.\u003c\/li\u003e\n      \u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eWhy it stands out:\u003c\/strong\u003e The concealed-flange shape and black Outdoor Accents finish make it look cleaner than a standard joist hanger, especially when the framing stays visible.\u003c\/li\u003e\n      \u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eWorth knowing:\u003c\/strong\u003e It is just the hanger. You need the specified SD10112DBB connector screws, and those are sold separately.\u003c\/li\u003e\n    \u003c\/ul\u003e\n  \u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/details\u003e\n\n\u003cdetails id=\"product-faqs\" class=\"acc\"\u003e\n  \u003csummary\u003e\u003ch2\u003eCommon Questions\u003c\/h2\u003e\u003c\/summary\u003e\n  \u003cdiv class=\"acc-body\"\u003e\n    \u003cul\u003e\n      \u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eWhat size lumber is this hanger made for?\u003c\/strong\u003e The APLH26 is sized for nominal 2x6 or 2x8 joists.\u003c\/li\u003e\n      \u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eIs this hanger intended for outdoor use?\u003c\/strong\u003e Yes. It has a ZMAX galvanized base with a black powder coat for exterior and treated-wood applications.\u003c\/li\u003e\n      \u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eWhat fasteners does it use?\u003c\/strong\u003e Simpson specifies Outdoor Accents connector screws, model SD10112DBB, and states that all specified fasteners must be used.\u003c\/li\u003e\n      \u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eWhat kind of connection is it designed to make?\u003c\/strong\u003e It is designed for wood-to-wood joist-to-beam connections.\u003c\/li\u003e\n    \u003c\/ul\u003e\n  \u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/details\u003e\n\u003c\/section\u003e","brand":"Simpson Strong-Tie","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":52999303823654,"sku":"APLH26","price":4.99,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0933\/1582\/5958\/files\/APLH26_00707392994435_Product_Photo_01_5967e997-619a-433e-ae3d-687e67aa6d37.jpg?v=1779135449","url":"https:\/\/www.toolnut.com\/products\/simpson-strong-tie-outdoor-accents-aplh-zmax-black-light-joist-hanger-for-2x6-aplh26","provider":"Tool Nut","version":"1.0","type":"link"}