{"product_id":"simpson-strong-tie-blvz-zmax-galvanized-brick-veneer-ledger-connector-4-pack-bvlz-kt4-lk8uwp","title":"Simpson Strong-Tie BLVZ ZMAX Galvanized Brick Veneer Ledger Connector, 4-Pack (BVLZ-KT4)","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\u003eBuilt for Brick Veneer\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/div\u003e\n        \u003cdiv class=\"feature-card\"\u003eThis kit is made to attach a wood deck ledger through brick veneer without asking the brick to carry the load. That matters when you need a safer, code-compliant path for a retrofit deck connection.\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\/angle.svg\" alt=\"angle\" class=\"aplusicon\"\u003e\n        \u003c\/div\u003e\n        \u003cdiv\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eMortar Joint Installation\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/div\u003e\n        \u003cdiv class=\"feature-card\"\u003eThe Simpson Strong-Tie brick veneer ledger connector is designed for drilling through mortar joints and driving the angled fasteners into structural framing. That helps reduce unnecessary damage to the brick veneer and water barrier.\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\/accessories-included.svg\" alt=\"accessories-included\" class=\"aplusicon\"\u003e\n        \u003c\/div\u003e\n        \u003cdiv\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eComplete 4-Connector Kit\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/div\u003e\n        \u003cdiv class=\"feature-card\"\u003eBVLZ-KT4 includes four connector assemblies, the required drivers, installation guide, template, and fasteners. You are not piecing together hardware from different boxes and hoping it works together.\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\u003eThe Simpson Strong-Tie BVLZ-KT4 Brick Veneer Ledger Connector Kit is a brick veneer ledger connector kit for attaching a wood deck ledger to structural framing through existing brick veneer. This is a deck ledger connector kit designed for retrofit deck construction on homes with brick veneer exteriors. Model Number: BVLZ-KT4. If you need to add a deck without building it free-standing and without tearing off large sections of brick, this is the hardware system built for that job.\u003c\/p\u003e\n    \u003cp\u003eWhat makes this product matter is how it handles load transfer. The system is designed so the tension screws pass through the mortar joint and into the structural framing, while the compression strut transfers compression forces from the ledger plate back to the rim joist. In plain terms, the ledger is supported by the framing behind the brick veneer, not by the brick itself. That is the whole point of using a purpose-built deck ledger connector instead of trying to improvise a connection in a condition that inspectors look at closely.\u003c\/p\u003e\n    \u003cp\u003eThe BVLZ-KT4 is made from 12 gauge steel and uses Simpson Strong-Tie's ZMAX coating for corrosion resistance. For exterior deck work, that combination matters because this hardware will live in a demanding environment. The kit also accommodates a range of air gaps and brick sizes, with published gap conditions shown at 4-3\/4 in., 5-1\/2 in., and 6-1\/4 in. That gives it practical flexibility when you are working on existing construction where field conditions are rarely perfect.\u003c\/p\u003e\n    \u003cp\u003eInstallation is set up around real retrofit work, not idealized new construction. The connector allows drilling through mortar joints, which helps minimize penetrations through existing exterior water barriers and avoids the bigger mess of removing and replacing large veneer sections. Simpson Strong-Tie also notes that this approach enables inspection and approval by building departments in retrofit applications, which is a major selling point for contractors who do not want surprises after the framing inspection is scheduled.\u003c\/p\u003e\n    \u003cp\u003eThis four-part kit is also more complete than a bare hardware pack. You get four steel ledger plates, four compression struts, an installation guide, an installation template, a 1\/4 in. hex driver, a 3\/8 in. hex driver, eight 14 in. Strong-Drive SDWH Timber-Hex HDG tension screws, and twenty-six Strong-Drive SD Connector shear screws. That means the critical fasteners and setup pieces are matched to the connector system from the start, which saves time and helps keep the install aligned with the published instructions.\u003c\/p\u003e\n    \u003cp\u003eFrom a jobsite standpoint, this kit is for builders, remodelers, deck contractors, and inspectors dealing with deck additions on existing brick veneer homes. It is especially useful when a free-standing deck is not the preferred layout and when you need a tested, code-oriented way to tie the ledger back to the house framing. If you work on exterior renovations and run into brick veneer conditions regularly, the Simpson Strong-Tie BVLZ-KT4 solves a very specific problem with hardware designed for it instead of forcing a workaround.\u003c\/p\u003e\n  \u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/details\u003e\n\n\u003cdetails id=\"product-benefits-1\" class=\"acc\"\u003e\n  \u003csummary\u003e\u003ch2\u003eAttach the Ledger Without Relying on the Brick\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\/hthcwsp3sa\/jpeg\/C_BVLZ_InstPho_Pho_Instld_BrickVeneerLedgerConnector-Brick_C0.jpeg?position=c\u0026amp;color=ffffffff\u0026amp;u=cjmyin\" alt=\"Simpson Strong-Tie BVLZ-KT4 Brick Veneer Ledger Connector Kit installed on a wood deck ledger against a brick veneer exterior during retrofit deck construction\" class=\"tnblock-img\"\u003e\n      \u003c\/div\u003e\n      \u003cdiv class=\"copy\"\u003e\n        \u003cp\u003eThis setup is about getting the load path back to the framing where it belongs. The ledger plate, compression strut, and tension screws work together so the connection is made through the veneer instead of asking the brick face to do structural work it was never meant to do.\u003c\/p\u003e\n        \u003cul\u003e\n          \u003cli\u003eDesigned for attaching a wood ledger to structural framing through brick veneer\u003c\/li\u003e\n          \u003cli\u003eCompression strut bears against the framing while tension screws anchor the system\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-benefits-2\" class=\"acc flip\"\u003e\n  \u003csummary\u003e\u003ch2\u003eEverything Needed for a Four-Connector Layout\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\/hvfcio3zlt\/jpeg\/C_BVLZ_ProdPho_Pho_Prod_BrickVeneerLedgerConnector-Components_C0.jpeg?position=c\u0026amp;color=ffffffff\u0026amp;u=cjmyin\" alt=\"Simpson Strong-Tie BVLZ-KT4 Brick Veneer Ledger Connector Kit components showing steel ledger plate compression strut and long structural screws on a clean background\" class=\"tnblock-img\"\u003e\n      \u003c\/div\u003e\n      \u003cdiv class=\"copy\"\u003e\n        \u003cp\u003eThe value here is that it is a true system kit, not just a plate in a box. The included guide, template, drivers, and matched fasteners help keep layout and installation consistent, which matters on retrofit deck work where you do not want to guess your way through the connection details.\u003c\/p\u003e\n        \u003cul\u003e\n          \u003cli\u003eIncludes four connector assemblies for multi-point ledger attachment\u003c\/li\u003e\n          \u003cli\u003eComes with installation guide, template, drivers, and specified Simpson Strong-Tie fasteners\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-whats-included\" class=\"acc\" open\u003e\n  \u003csummary\u003e\u003ch2\u003eWhat's in the Box\u003c\/h2\u003e\u003c\/summary\u003e\n  \u003cdiv class=\"acc-body\"\u003e\n    \u003cdiv class=\"tnincluded-wrapper\"\u003e\n      \u003cul\u003e\n        \u003cli\u003e(4) Steel Ledger Plates\u003c\/li\u003e\n        \u003cli\u003e(4) Compression Struts\u003c\/li\u003e\n        \u003cli\u003e(1) Installation Guide\u003c\/li\u003e\n        \u003cli\u003e(1) Installation Template\u003c\/li\u003e\n        \u003cli\u003e(1) 1\/4 in. Hex Driver\u003c\/li\u003e\n        \u003cli\u003e(1) 3\/8 in. Hex Driver\u003c\/li\u003e\n        \u003cli\u003e(8) 14 in. Strong-Drive SDWH Timber-Hex HDG Tension Screws\u003c\/li\u003e\n        \u003cli\u003e(26) Strong-Drive SD Connector Shear Screws\u003c\/li\u003e\n      \u003c\/ul\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\u003eMaterial\u003c\/th\u003e\n        \u003ctd\u003e12 gauge steel\u003c\/td\u003e\n      \u003c\/tr\u003e\n      \u003ctr\u003e\n        \u003cth\u003eFinish\u003c\/th\u003e\n        \u003ctd\u003eZMAX coating\u003c\/td\u003e\n      \u003c\/tr\u003e\n      \u003ctr\u003e\n        \u003cth\u003ePackaging Quantity\u003c\/th\u003e\n        \u003ctd\u003e4\u003c\/td\u003e\n      \u003c\/tr\u003e\n      \u003ctr\u003e\n        \u003cth\u003eWeight (lbs)\u003c\/th\u003e\n        \u003ctd\u003e12 lb\u003c\/td\u003e\n      \u003c\/tr\u003e\n      \u003ctr\u003e\n        \u003cth\u003eGap Range\u003c\/th\u003e\n        \u003ctd\u003e4-3\/4 in. to 6-1\/4 in.\u003c\/td\u003e\n      \u003c\/tr\u003e\n      \u003ctr\u003e\n        \u003cth\u003eApplication\u003c\/th\u003e\n        \u003ctd\u003eDeck ledger attachment through brick veneer\u003c\/td\u003e\n      \u003c\/tr\u003e\n      \u003ctr\u003e\n        \u003cth\u003eFor Treated Lumber\u003c\/th\u003e\n        \u003ctd\u003eYes\u003c\/td\u003e\n      \u003c\/tr\u003e\n      \u003ctr\u003e\n        \u003cth\u003eTension Screw Length\u003c\/th\u003e\n        \u003ctd\u003e14 in.\u003c\/td\u003e\n      \u003c\/tr\u003e\n    \u003c\/table\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\"\u003eDeck Construction\u003c\/span\u003e\n      \u003cspan class=\"tag\"\u003eRetrofit Deck Additions\u003c\/span\u003e\n      \u003cspan class=\"tag\"\u003eBrick Veneer Homes\u003c\/span\u003e\n      \u003cspan class=\"tag\"\u003eRemodeling\u003c\/span\u003e\n      \u003cspan class=\"tag\"\u003eGeneral Contracting\u003c\/span\u003e\n      \u003cspan class=\"tag\"\u003eExterior Structural Connections\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=\"icon-lg\"\u003e\n      \u003cp class=\"tip-text\"\u003eLay out each plate location so the center hole lands cleanly in the mortar joint before you drill the ledger. That small step makes the rest of the installation go a lot smoother, especially when you are trying to keep the angled holes and fasteners aligned with the framing behind the veneer.\u003c\/p\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 BVLZ-KT4 Brick Veneer Ledger Connector Kit is the right answer for a tricky deck detail\u003c\/h3\u003e\n    \u003cp\u003eIf you are attaching a ledger on a brick veneer house, this kit gives you a tested system instead of a field-built gamble.\u003c\/p\u003e\n    \u003cul\u003e\n      \u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eWho it's for:\u003c\/strong\u003e Deck builders, remodelers, and contractors adding a deck to an existing home with brick veneer.\u003c\/li\u003e\n      \u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eWhy it stands out:\u003c\/strong\u003e It is designed specifically for mortar-joint drilling, structural framing attachment, and retrofit inspection approval, and it comes as a real four-connector system with the needed fasteners and setup tools.\u003c\/li\u003e\n      \u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eWorth knowing:\u003c\/strong\u003e This is specialized hardware for a specific ledger condition, so follow the published instructions and use all specified fasteners to get the intended performance.\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 is this product designed to do?\u003c\/strong\u003e It is designed to attach a wood deck ledger to structural framing through existing brick veneer on a house.\u003c\/li\u003e\n      \u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eCan it be used for retrofit deck construction?\u003c\/strong\u003e Yes. Simpson Strong-Tie states it is a code-compliant, tested solution intended for retrofit construction applications.\u003c\/li\u003e\n      \u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eDoes the system drill through brick or mortar joints?\u003c\/strong\u003e The product is designed to allow drilling through the mortar joints.\u003c\/li\u003e\n      \u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eHow many connectors are in the BVLZ-KT4 kit?\u003c\/strong\u003e The BVLZ-KT4 is the four-part kit and includes four steel ledger plates with matching hardware and installation accessories.\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":43569894719536,"sku":"BVLZ-KT4","price":34.56,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0699\/4876\/8304\/files\/u4qj39e72eiq_5ec094ed-6318-438c-9a14-c6db0baa85aa.jpg?v=1788570702","url":"https:\/\/toolnutus.com\/products\/simpson-strong-tie-blvz-zmax-galvanized-brick-veneer-ledger-connector-4-pack-bvlz-kt4-lk8uwp","provider":"InoPrints","version":"1.0","type":"link"}