Simpson Strong-Tie BVLZ-KT4 BLVZ Brick Veneer Ledger Connector Kit - ZMAX Galvanized Steel

The Simpson Strong-Tie BVLZ-KT4 brick veneer ledger connector kit is designed for attaching wood deck ledgers to structural framing through existing brick or masonry veneer. It provides a tested, code-compliant attachment solution for residential, commercial, and retrofit deck projects where traditional ledger installation is not feasible.

Key features

• Compression strut and tension screw design transfers deck loads from the ledger plate to the structural rim joist without placing the load on the brick veneer.
• Constructed from 12-gauge steel with a ZMAX galvanized finish to resist corrosion and withstand outdoor exposure.
• Strong-Drive SDWH Timber-Hex HDG tension screws pass through mortar into structural framing to provide a secure connection behind the veneer.
• Designed to accommodate a range of air gaps and veneer thicknesses, allowing installation through different brick and masonry veneer configurations.
• Provides a tested, code-compliant ledger attachment method that eliminates the need to remove large sections of existing veneer during retrofit installations.

Specifications

• Brand: Simpson Strong-Tie
• Model: BVLZ-KT4
• UPC: 707392002598
• Category: Angles & Gussets
• Color: Gray
• Package weight: 12.73 lb
• Package dimensions: 14.9 x 6.3 x 4.5 in

Compatibility and notes

• Designed for attaching wood deck ledgers to structural framing through existing brick or masonry veneer.
• Suitable for residential, commercial, and retrofit deck applications.
• Uses two 14-inch Strong-Drive SDWH Timber-Hex HDG tension screws that pass through mortar into structural framing.
• Accommodates a range of air gaps and veneer thicknesses.

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• COMPRESSION STRUT & TENSION SCREWS: The kit uses a compression strut and two 14-in. Strong‑Drive SDWH Timber‑Hex HDG tension screws that pass through mortar into structural framing, helping shift forces from the ledger plate to the rim joist without putting load on the brick veneer itself.
• HEAVY-DUTY STEEL BUILD: Made from rugged 12‑gauge steel with a ZMAX galvanized finish, this connector is built to resist corrosion and withstand outdoor elements while transferring deck loads securely to the rim joist behind brick or masonry cladding.
• VERSATILE RETROFIT APPLICATIONS: Designed to accommodate a range of air gaps and veneer thicknesses, this ledger connector kit works in commercial, residential, and retrofit deck projects where traditional ledger attachment is not feasible over brick or masonry veneer.
• CODE‑COMPLIANT LEDGER SUPPORT: The BVLZ brick veneer ledger connector provides a tested solution for attaching a wood deck ledger to structural framing through existing brick or masonry veneer, eliminating the need to remove large sections of siding or veneer for retrofit installations.
• SIMPSON STRONG-TIE RELIABILITY: At Simpson Strong-Tie, our mission is to provide solutions that help people design and build safer, stronger structures. As a pioneer in the building industry, we have an unmatched passion for problem solving through skillful engineering and thoughtful innovation.