Description
DeckingPro™ DS50 in RAL 8028 Terra Brown are 4.5 x 50mm A2 stainless steel decking screws for face-fixing coffee, chocolate, and mocha-toned composite decking boards, fascia boards, and riser boards where a rich, warm brown fixing head is required to match the board surface. The same warm brown head colour makes these equally well suited to hardwood and softwood timber decking in similar tones, where a colour-matched fixing provides a cleaner, more professional finish than a standard silver or zinc screw.
RAL 8028 Terra Brown is a deep, warm, saturated brown - richer and more amber-inflected than the grey-brown of RAL 8019, sitting firmly in coffee and chocolate board territory. It is one of the most widely confirmed physical matches in the DeckingPro™ palette, verified against boards from Ultradecking, Dino Decking, and Cladco across multiple batches. For brown composite boards at this tonal depth, the correctly matched screw head is virtually invisible once driven flush, the fixing disappears and the deck surface reads as continuous.
The double countersunk head, sharp point, and PZ2 drive are consistent with the full DS50 range, providing the same reliable installation performance across every colour and board type.
Colour-Matched for a Professional Outdoor Finish
RAL 8028 Terra Brown takes its name from terracotta and earth tones - a warm, grounded brown that evokes dark timber, rich garden soil, and the worn patina of natural materials. It matches composite boards that reference coffee, chocolate, mocha, and dark oak finishes across the UK market, providing a fixing head that shares the board's tonal warmth rather than interrupting it with a cooler or more neutral tone.
On fascia boards and riser boards in coffee and chocolate composite - where a continuous, unbroken brown surface is the design intention - a silver, grey, or even a slightly wrong brown screw head creates a visible dot pattern that no amount of careful board laying can resolve. The DS50 in RAL 8028 eliminates that issue at source. The same principle applies to hardwood timber decking in warm brown and dark oak tones: the fixing should complete the surface, not interrupt it.
All 8 DeckingPro™ stocked colours are held for same or next working day dispatch.
Substrate compatibility
DeckingPro™ DS50 in RAL 8028 is suitable for face-fixing a range of decking board materials to timber and steel subframes. A2 stainless steel is required where fixing into corrosive timber species.
- Composite decking boards - coffee, chocolate, mocha and dark oak-toned composite boards from UK brands
- Softwood timber decking - treated and untreated softwood boards in warm brown stained or natural finishes
- Hardwood timber decking - including dark oak, iroko, ipe, and other hardwood boards where a brown fixing complements the timber tone
- Corrosive timber species - green oak, cedar, sweet chestnut and other tannin-rich species where A2 stainless steel is required to prevent staining and fixing corrosion
- Fascia and perimeter boards - composite and timber fascia boards, riser boards and stair strings in warm brown finishes
Recommended fixing centres: 300mm to 400mm per board, minimum 25mm from board ends and 15mm from board edges.
Suitable for decking applications including
- Coffee and chocolate composite deck boards
- Mocha and dark oak-toned composite board variants
- Hardwood and softwood timber decking in warm brown and dark oak tones
- Fascia and perimeter boards on warm brown composite and timber installations
- Riser boards and stair strings in coffee, chocolate and dark timber tones
- Deck repairs requiring a warm dark brown fixing on existing brown composite or hardwood boards
Pack sizes available
- 25
- 50
- 100
- 200
- 500
Trade account holders can access volume pricing on 200, 500, 1,000 and 2,000 unit packs. Apply for a trade account here.
Specification
| Length | 50mm |
| Thread Diameter | 4.5mm |
| Head Type | Double Countersunk |
| Drive Type | Pozi PZ2 |
| Material | A2-304 Stainless Steel |
| Head Finish | Powder Coated RAL 8028 Terra Brown |
| Point Type | Sharp Point |
| Thread Type | Single Start |
| Application | Composite and Timber Decking - Face Fix to Timber Subframe |
| Corrosion Resistance | A2-304 Stainless Steel - suitable for standard UK outdoor exposure including corrosive timber species |
For full dimensions and installation guidance see the DeckingPro™ DS50 technical specification.
Frequently asked questions
Which composite decking boards does RAL 8028 Terra Brown match?
RAL 8028 Terra Brown is physically matched to coffee, chocolate, and mocha composite boards from major UK suppliers including Ultradecking Mid Brown, Dino Decking Mocha, and Cladco Coffee. Composite boards do not carry published RAL codes and colour can vary between batches - check our colour guide before placing a full project order.
Can these be used on hardwood and softwood timber decking?
Yes. DeckingPro™ DS50 screws are manufactured from A2-304 stainless steel, which is suitable for use with softwood, hardwood, and corrosive timber species including green oak and cedar. The warm brown powder coated head complements dark oak, iroko, ipe and similarly toned hardwood decking boards, providing a more sympathetic finish than a standard silver fixing. Pre-drilling with a 3.5mm pilot hole is recommended for hardwood boards and fixings close to board edges.
What is the difference between RAL 8028 Terra Brown and RAL 8019 Grey Brown?
RAL 8028 Terra Brown is a warmer, richer brown, best matched to coffee, chocolate, and mocha composite boards and warm-toned hardwood timbers. RAL 8019 Grey Brown is darker and more muted, with grey content that makes it closer to walnut and deep timber-effect boards. For coffee and chocolate tones, RAL 8028 is the correct match. See our DS50 in RAL 8019 for darker walnut-toned boards.
Do I need to pre-drill for these screws?
For composite boards and softwood joists, pre-drilling is not required in most standard applications. For hardwood boards, hardwood joists, or fixings within 15mm of board edges, a 3.5mm pilot hole is recommended to prevent splitting.
How many screws do I need per square metre of decking?
Typically 10 to 14 screws per square metre depending on board width and joist spacing. Our 200-pack suits a complete residential deck; the 100-pack covers a staircase and fascia boards on a mid-sized project.
What are the delivery and lead times on DeckingPro™ screws?
All 8 DeckingPro™ stocked colours are available for same or next working day dispatch on a tracked 24-hour delivery service.
Powder coated decking screws
At RALfixings we specialise in colour-matched fixings manufactured and finished in-house. Each DeckingPro™ screw head is powder coated to a precise RAL standard using an electrostatic process that produces a hard, UV-stable, weather-resistant finish. The coating is applied to the head only - the stainless steel shank and thread remain uncoated, preserving full mechanical performance and corrosion resistance throughout the life of the installation.
Benefits of powder coated stainless decking screws:
- Scratch resistant
- UV resistant
- Weather resistant
- Colourfast in outdoor conditions
- Rust resistant - A2 stainless steel core
Other DeckingPro™ DS50 colour options
DeckingPro™ DS50 decking screws are available in 8 RAL colours matched to leading UK composite and timber decking board tones.
Description
DeckingPro™ DS50 in RAL 8028 Terra Brown are 4.5 x 50mm A2 stainless steel decking screws for face-fixing coffee, chocolate, and mocha-toned composite decking boards, fascia boards, and riser boards where a rich, warm brown fixing head is required to match the board surface. The same warm brown head colour makes these equally well suited to hardwood and softwood timber decking in similar tones, where a colour-matched fixing provides a cleaner, more professional finish than a standard silver or zinc screw.
RAL 8028 Terra Brown is a deep, warm, saturated brown - richer and more amber-inflected than the grey-brown of RAL 8019, sitting firmly in coffee and chocolate board territory. It is one of the most widely confirmed physical matches in the DeckingPro™ palette, verified against boards from Ultradecking, Dino Decking, and Cladco across multiple batches. For brown composite boards at this tonal depth, the correctly matched screw head is virtually invisible once driven flush, the fixing disappears and the deck surface reads as continuous.
The double countersunk head, sharp point, and PZ2 drive are consistent with the full DS50 range, providing the same reliable installation performance across every colour and board type.
Colour-Matched for a Professional Outdoor Finish
RAL 8028 Terra Brown takes its name from terracotta and earth tones - a warm, grounded brown that evokes dark timber, rich garden soil, and the worn patina of natural materials. It matches composite boards that reference coffee, chocolate, mocha, and dark oak finishes across the UK market, providing a fixing head that shares the board's tonal warmth rather than interrupting it with a cooler or more neutral tone.
On fascia boards and riser boards in coffee and chocolate composite - where a continuous, unbroken brown surface is the design intention - a silver, grey, or even a slightly wrong brown screw head creates a visible dot pattern that no amount of careful board laying can resolve. The DS50 in RAL 8028 eliminates that issue at source. The same principle applies to hardwood timber decking in warm brown and dark oak tones: the fixing should complete the surface, not interrupt it.
All 8 DeckingPro™ stocked colours are held for same or next working day dispatch.
Substrate compatibility
DeckingPro™ DS50 in RAL 8028 is suitable for face-fixing a range of decking board materials to timber and steel subframes. A2 stainless steel is required where fixing into corrosive timber species.
- Composite decking boards - coffee, chocolate, mocha and dark oak-toned composite boards from UK brands
- Softwood timber decking - treated and untreated softwood boards in warm brown stained or natural finishes
- Hardwood timber decking - including dark oak, iroko, ipe, and other hardwood boards where a brown fixing complements the timber tone
- Corrosive timber species - green oak, cedar, sweet chestnut and other tannin-rich species where A2 stainless steel is required to prevent staining and fixing corrosion
- Fascia and perimeter boards - composite and timber fascia boards, riser boards and stair strings in warm brown finishes
Recommended fixing centres: 300mm to 400mm per board, minimum 25mm from board ends and 15mm from board edges.
Suitable for decking applications including
- Coffee and chocolate composite deck boards
- Mocha and dark oak-toned composite board variants
- Hardwood and softwood timber decking in warm brown and dark oak tones
- Fascia and perimeter boards on warm brown composite and timber installations
- Riser boards and stair strings in coffee, chocolate and dark timber tones
- Deck repairs requiring a warm dark brown fixing on existing brown composite or hardwood boards
Pack sizes available
- 25
- 50
- 100
- 200
- 500
Trade account holders can access volume pricing on 200, 500, 1,000 and 2,000 unit packs. Apply for a trade account here.
Specification
| Length | 50mm |
| Thread Diameter | 4.5mm |
| Head Type | Double Countersunk |
| Drive Type | Pozi PZ2 |
| Material | A2-304 Stainless Steel |
| Head Finish | Powder Coated RAL 8028 Terra Brown |
| Point Type | Sharp Point |
| Thread Type | Single Start |
| Application | Composite and Timber Decking - Face Fix to Timber Subframe |
| Corrosion Resistance | A2-304 Stainless Steel - suitable for standard UK outdoor exposure including corrosive timber species |
For full dimensions and installation guidance see the DeckingPro™ DS50 technical specification.
Frequently asked questions
Which composite decking boards does RAL 8028 Terra Brown match?
RAL 8028 Terra Brown is physically matched to coffee, chocolate, and mocha composite boards from major UK suppliers including Ultradecking Mid Brown, Dino Decking Mocha, and Cladco Coffee. Composite boards do not carry published RAL codes and colour can vary between batches - check our colour guide before placing a full project order.
Can these be used on hardwood and softwood timber decking?
Yes. DeckingPro™ DS50 screws are manufactured from A2-304 stainless steel, which is suitable for use with softwood, hardwood, and corrosive timber species including green oak and cedar. The warm brown powder coated head complements dark oak, iroko, ipe and similarly toned hardwood decking boards, providing a more sympathetic finish than a standard silver fixing. Pre-drilling with a 3.5mm pilot hole is recommended for hardwood boards and fixings close to board edges.
What is the difference between RAL 8028 Terra Brown and RAL 8019 Grey Brown?
RAL 8028 Terra Brown is a warmer, richer brown, best matched to coffee, chocolate, and mocha composite boards and warm-toned hardwood timbers. RAL 8019 Grey Brown is darker and more muted, with grey content that makes it closer to walnut and deep timber-effect boards. For coffee and chocolate tones, RAL 8028 is the correct match. See our DS50 in RAL 8019 for darker walnut-toned boards.
Do I need to pre-drill for these screws?
For composite boards and softwood joists, pre-drilling is not required in most standard applications. For hardwood boards, hardwood joists, or fixings within 15mm of board edges, a 3.5mm pilot hole is recommended to prevent splitting.
How many screws do I need per square metre of decking?
Typically 10 to 14 screws per square metre depending on board width and joist spacing. Our 200-pack suits a complete residential deck; the 100-pack covers a staircase and fascia boards on a mid-sized project.
What are the delivery and lead times on DeckingPro™ screws?
All 8 DeckingPro™ stocked colours are available for same or next working day dispatch on a tracked 24-hour delivery service.
Powder coated decking screws
At RALfixings we specialise in colour-matched fixings manufactured and finished in-house. Each DeckingPro™ screw head is powder coated to a precise RAL standard using an electrostatic process that produces a hard, UV-stable, weather-resistant finish. The coating is applied to the head only - the stainless steel shank and thread remain uncoated, preserving full mechanical performance and corrosion resistance throughout the life of the installation.
Benefits of powder coated stainless decking screws:
- Scratch resistant
- UV resistant
- Weather resistant
- Colourfast in outdoor conditions
- Rust resistant - A2 stainless steel core
Other DeckingPro™ DS50 colour options
DeckingPro™ DS50 decking screws are available in 8 RAL colours matched to leading UK composite and timber decking board tones.
Delivery & Shipping Terms
1. Where We Deliver
We currently ship to addresses within the United Kingdom only.
If you require delivery outside the UK, this must be arranged in advance. Where international delivery is agreed:
- You are fully responsible for all import duties, taxes, and customs charges, including any fees for customs paperwork.
- RALfixings accepts no liability for customs delays or additional costs associated with international shipments.
2. Delivery Timescales
Our products fall into two categories: in-stock and made-to-order (bespoke) items.
In-Stock Items
- Usually dispatched within 1–2 working days.
- Delivery typically takes 1–3 working days from the dispatch date.
Powder Coated / Made-to-Order Items
- Typically dispatched within 3–5 working days, but may take up to 10 working days during busy periods.
- Delivery typically takes 1–3 working days after dispatch.
All quoted times are estimates, not guarantees. Delivery times may be affected by stock availability, courier performance, weather, or other factors beyond our control.
3. Shipping Costs
- Shipping charges are based on order weight and destination.
- The exact shipping cost will be shown at checkout before payment.
- Additional shipping charges may apply to remote areas or multiple consignments.
4. Tracking and Responsibility
All orders are shipped via tracked courier services to ensure maximum security and visibility.
Once your order has been dispatched:
- You will receive an order dispatch email letting you know your order is on it's way, and another email from Royal Mail or the chosen courier with your tracking information. If you have supplied a UK phone number you may also recieve a tracking text from Royal Mail or the chosen courier.
- Responsibility for the goods passes to you upon dispatch.
- RALfixings is not liable for loss or damage in transit. Please contact the courier directly with your tracking number if issues arise.
5. Missed Deliveries or Delays
If your parcel cannot be delivered and is returned to us:
- We can resend it, but an additional delivery charge will apply.
- We are not responsible for courier delays or failed delivery attempts.
If your order hasn’t arrived within the estimated delivery window, please contact us as soon as possible at info@ralfixings.com.
Order Amendments & Cancellations
Changing an Order
We begin preparing orders quickly — especially made-to-order items.
- If you need to amend your order, please contact us within 24 hours or as soon as possible.
- After this period, it may be too late to make changes as your order may already be in production or dispatched.
- If you wish to add items, and your order hasn’t yet shipped, we may be able to combine them. Otherwise, a new order (and delivery charge) will apply.
Returns & Refunds
1. Your Right to Cancel – B2C Customers Only
Under the Consumer Contracts Regulations 2013, B2C customers have the right to cancel certain purchases made online within 14 days of delivery.
However, this does not apply to:
- Bespoke or made-to-order goods — including all powder coated screws and fixings manufactured specifically for your order.
If your order includes stocked items only, you may cancel and return those goods within 14 days of receipt. You must:
- Inform us in writing via email within 14 days.
- Return the goods at your own cost, in their original condition and packaging.
- Ensure the items are received by us within 30 days of delivery.
We recommend using a tracked and insured delivery service for any returns, as we are not responsible for items lost or damaged in return transit.
2. Faulty or Incorrect Items
If you receive goods that are:
- Faulty, or
- Incorrectly supplied (e.g. wrong size, colour, or product)
Please notify us within 30 days of receiving the goods.
We will:
- Replace the items where possible, or
- Issue a refund if replacement is not appropriate.
You may be asked to return the faulty items for inspection before a refund or exchange is processed.
Once screws have been installed or used, they cannot be returned or refunded, unless faulty.
3. Refund Processing
- Refunds (where applicable) are processed within 5 working days of receiving the returned items.
- Refunds are only issued to the original payment method.
- Refunds cannot be made to a different card or by other means.
- Delivery charges are non-refundable unless your entire order was cancelled before dispatch or the goods were faulty or incorrect.
Returns Address
To return items, please send them to:
FAO: Jon Lett
RALfixings Ltd
26a Queens Road
Knaphill
Surrey
GU212DX
B2B Orders & Restocking Fee
The rights described above apply primarily to consumers (B2C). If you are a business customer (B2B), statutory cancellation rights under the Consumer Contracts Regulations do not apply.
Returns from business customers are accepted at our sole discretion, and only if agreed in writing before the goods are returned.
All authorised B2B returns are subject to a 15% restocking fee, which will be deducted from the final refund amount. This fee covers the cost of inspection, repackaging, and administrative processing.
Returned goods must be:
- In resaleable, unused condition
- In their original packaging
- Returned at the buyer’s expense via a tracked delivery service
We do not accept returns of any bespoke or made-to-order products under any circumstances unless the item is faulty.
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Description
DeckingPro™ DS50 in RAL 8028 Terra Brown are 4.5 x 50mm A2 stainless steel decking screws for face-fixing coffee, chocolate, and mocha-toned composite decking boards, fascia boards, and riser boards where a rich, warm brown fixing head is required to match the board surface. The same warm brown head colour makes these equally well suited to hardwood and softwood timber decking in similar tones, where a colour-matched fixing provides a cleaner, more professional finish than a standard silver or zinc screw.
RAL 8028 Terra Brown is a deep, warm, saturated brown - richer and more amber-inflected than the grey-brown of RAL 8019, sitting firmly in coffee and chocolate board territory. It is one of the most widely confirmed physical matches in the DeckingPro™ palette, verified against boards from Ultradecking, Dino Decking, and Cladco across multiple batches. For brown composite boards at this tonal depth, the correctly matched screw head is virtually invisible once driven flush, the fixing disappears and the deck surface reads as continuous.
The double countersunk head, sharp point, and PZ2 drive are consistent with the full DS50 range, providing the same reliable installation performance across every colour and board type.
Colour-Matched for a Professional Outdoor Finish
RAL 8028 Terra Brown takes its name from terracotta and earth tones - a warm, grounded brown that evokes dark timber, rich garden soil, and the worn patina of natural materials. It matches composite boards that reference coffee, chocolate, mocha, and dark oak finishes across the UK market, providing a fixing head that shares the board's tonal warmth rather than interrupting it with a cooler or more neutral tone.
On fascia boards and riser boards in coffee and chocolate composite - where a continuous, unbroken brown surface is the design intention - a silver, grey, or even a slightly wrong brown screw head creates a visible dot pattern that no amount of careful board laying can resolve. The DS50 in RAL 8028 eliminates that issue at source. The same principle applies to hardwood timber decking in warm brown and dark oak tones: the fixing should complete the surface, not interrupt it.
All 8 DeckingPro™ stocked colours are held for same or next working day dispatch.
Substrate compatibility
DeckingPro™ DS50 in RAL 8028 is suitable for face-fixing a range of decking board materials to timber and steel subframes. A2 stainless steel is required where fixing into corrosive timber species.
- Composite decking boards - coffee, chocolate, mocha and dark oak-toned composite boards from UK brands
- Softwood timber decking - treated and untreated softwood boards in warm brown stained or natural finishes
- Hardwood timber decking - including dark oak, iroko, ipe, and other hardwood boards where a brown fixing complements the timber tone
- Corrosive timber species - green oak, cedar, sweet chestnut and other tannin-rich species where A2 stainless steel is required to prevent staining and fixing corrosion
- Fascia and perimeter boards - composite and timber fascia boards, riser boards and stair strings in warm brown finishes
Recommended fixing centres: 300mm to 400mm per board, minimum 25mm from board ends and 15mm from board edges.
Suitable for decking applications including
- Coffee and chocolate composite deck boards
- Mocha and dark oak-toned composite board variants
- Hardwood and softwood timber decking in warm brown and dark oak tones
- Fascia and perimeter boards on warm brown composite and timber installations
- Riser boards and stair strings in coffee, chocolate and dark timber tones
- Deck repairs requiring a warm dark brown fixing on existing brown composite or hardwood boards
Pack sizes available
- 25
- 50
- 100
- 200
- 500
Trade account holders can access volume pricing on 200, 500, 1,000 and 2,000 unit packs. Apply for a trade account here.
Specification
| Length | 50mm |
| Thread Diameter | 4.5mm |
| Head Type | Double Countersunk |
| Drive Type | Pozi PZ2 |
| Material | A2-304 Stainless Steel |
| Head Finish | Powder Coated RAL 8028 Terra Brown |
| Point Type | Sharp Point |
| Thread Type | Single Start |
| Application | Composite and Timber Decking - Face Fix to Timber Subframe |
| Corrosion Resistance | A2-304 Stainless Steel - suitable for standard UK outdoor exposure including corrosive timber species |
For full dimensions and installation guidance see the DeckingPro™ DS50 technical specification.
Frequently asked questions
Which composite decking boards does RAL 8028 Terra Brown match?
RAL 8028 Terra Brown is physically matched to coffee, chocolate, and mocha composite boards from major UK suppliers including Ultradecking Mid Brown, Dino Decking Mocha, and Cladco Coffee. Composite boards do not carry published RAL codes and colour can vary between batches - check our colour guide before placing a full project order.
Can these be used on hardwood and softwood timber decking?
Yes. DeckingPro™ DS50 screws are manufactured from A2-304 stainless steel, which is suitable for use with softwood, hardwood, and corrosive timber species including green oak and cedar. The warm brown powder coated head complements dark oak, iroko, ipe and similarly toned hardwood decking boards, providing a more sympathetic finish than a standard silver fixing. Pre-drilling with a 3.5mm pilot hole is recommended for hardwood boards and fixings close to board edges.
What is the difference between RAL 8028 Terra Brown and RAL 8019 Grey Brown?
RAL 8028 Terra Brown is a warmer, richer brown, best matched to coffee, chocolate, and mocha composite boards and warm-toned hardwood timbers. RAL 8019 Grey Brown is darker and more muted, with grey content that makes it closer to walnut and deep timber-effect boards. For coffee and chocolate tones, RAL 8028 is the correct match. See our DS50 in RAL 8019 for darker walnut-toned boards.
Do I need to pre-drill for these screws?
For composite boards and softwood joists, pre-drilling is not required in most standard applications. For hardwood boards, hardwood joists, or fixings within 15mm of board edges, a 3.5mm pilot hole is recommended to prevent splitting.
How many screws do I need per square metre of decking?
Typically 10 to 14 screws per square metre depending on board width and joist spacing. Our 200-pack suits a complete residential deck; the 100-pack covers a staircase and fascia boards on a mid-sized project.
What are the delivery and lead times on DeckingPro™ screws?
All 8 DeckingPro™ stocked colours are available for same or next working day dispatch on a tracked 24-hour delivery service.
Powder coated decking screws
At RALfixings we specialise in colour-matched fixings manufactured and finished in-house. Each DeckingPro™ screw head is powder coated to a precise RAL standard using an electrostatic process that produces a hard, UV-stable, weather-resistant finish. The coating is applied to the head only - the stainless steel shank and thread remain uncoated, preserving full mechanical performance and corrosion resistance throughout the life of the installation.
Benefits of powder coated stainless decking screws:
- Scratch resistant
- UV resistant
- Weather resistant
- Colourfast in outdoor conditions
- Rust resistant - A2 stainless steel core
Other DeckingPro™ DS50 colour options
DeckingPro™ DS50 decking screws are available in 8 RAL colours matched to leading UK composite and timber decking board tones.
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