Roof Tile Batten Dimensions

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Roof tile batten dimensions.

Kiln dried for added stability. Metal battens are used with metal roof panels. 75 x 45 90 x 35 90 x 45. Roof battens create a space between the roof deck and the tile to create a thermal barrier and help save energy.

Provides spacing for water drainage. Please refer to your respective regional brochure or visit the browse tile section of our website to view the profiles colors available within your selected region. Tiles can be installed both double or single lap and the choice will impact batten size. Minimum timber batten sizes.

The use of slate as a roof covering will always be installed double lap. Plastic battens have also made the scene in the last decade but are used far less often than the other types of battens. The right size will depend on the type of roofing material as well as the span of the roofing supports. Standard weight lightweight concrete roof tile availability varies by region.

Up to 450mm span. Clay and concrete tiles will require 38x25mm batten for double lap applications. In addition to criteria such as grading stamp timber species and preservative treatments it s also imperative to specify the right size roofing batten.