What size does batten come in?

Timber battens compliant with BS 5534 typically come in two basic dimensions: 25x38mm and 25x50mm, with the ±3mm tolerance. These measurements should be taken with a reference moisture level of 20%.

What lengths do roofing battens come in?

Roof batten sizes are typically 25mm x 50mm and 25mm x 38mm, roof battens are a structural element of any roof and are a constantly misdiagnosed, overlooked aspect of roof construction. Roof battens provide vital structural functions to protect your roof.

How big is a roof batten?

Roof Batten Available in standard 0.55mm and 0.75mm gauge for cyclonic areas. Available in MTO lengths.

What size are timber roof battens?

Timber battens for metal roofs come in a range of sizes: 75 x 45. 90 x 35. 90 x 45.

Why is roof batten blue?

The reason our product is dyed blue is to distinguish it as meeting the necessary standard: it’s a colour commonly used by Nordic and Baltic suppliers. But it’s the BS5534 grading stamp, not the colour, that’s important.”

How many roof battens are in a pack?

25mm x 50mm Blue Treated Roofing Batten 4.8m Length – Bundle of 10.

What wood is roof batten?

Timber – The type of timber used for a roofing batten is significant. The species of tree from which the wood has come from should be stamped on the batten. Here at Marley, we only use slow-grown imported redwood or whitewood for our JB Red Battens.

How do you measure a roof for battens?

Measure from the top of the lowest batten to the top of the highest batten, then divide this number by the maximum gauge recommended by the manufacturer, and round this up to the nearest whole number. This will tell you how many courses are needed to tile your roof.

Are purlins and battens the same thing?

Steel battens are superior, longer lasting, low maintenance roofing materials. Our battens are designed to deliver strong, lightweight roof support. Our C & Z purlins are great for garages, carports, industrial buildings, and any building which needs a tough steel frame.

Should roof battens be nailed or screwed?

The nails should provide a minimum of 40mm penetration into the rafter, so a nail length of 65mm is generally recommended. Start at the lower edge of the roof, nailing the batten into place at the centre of the rafter. Joints should be directly over rafters, with the batten square cut, tightly butted and skewed nailed.

Are old roof battens treated?

Treatment – Roofing battens should be preservative treated to Use Class 2 in accordance with BS 8417. Different manufacturers use their own types of preservative treatment and may offer different guarantees as a result. JB Red Battens use a patented preservative called MicroPro.

Is blue batten treated?

Our timber batten is pressure treated to resist rot and insect attack, and machine graded to meet BS5534.