How much overlap do you need with feather edge boards?
Overlap Consistently For boards less than 150mm wide an overlap of 40mm is ideal, but for boards wider than 150mm, 50mm overlap is recommended. The overlap amount should not be reduced lower than 40mm as this allows the green timber used for feather edge cladding to shrink up to 15mm as it dries.
How do you attach feather edge cladding?
Fixing feather-edge cladding Begin at the bottom, ensuring that the first board is level. Use a 10mm strip behind the lower edge of the bottom board for support. Overlap subsequent boards by 40 – 50mm. It is important not to reduce the recommended overlap.
What is the best feather edge cladding?
British Douglas Fir Feather Edge Cladding is one of the most cost effective ways to clad a building in timber. British Larch Feather Edge is also extremely cost-effective. It has a warm, pale, orange colour and attractive grain and knots.
Which way should feather edge boards fit?
Once all the posts and rail are in, fit the gravel boards. Once the posts are set, you can hammer the nails in fitting the boards without compromising the fit of the posts. Nail the Featheredge Boards in place, first nail in place the 1st two boards at either end, both facing inwards (narrow edge facing inwards).
Can you use feather edge boards horizontally?
For horizontal boards that don’t exceed 150mm in width, the vertical overlaps for feather edge and square boards should be a minimum of 25mm. This is relevant for dry wood, but if the green wood is used there may be some shrinkage after it is installed so board width and overlap will need to be considered.
Do you nail or screw feather edge boards?
The choice is yours. The rails can be screwed into the posts through the sides and supporting brackets can be used to give extra strength. 3 inch number 8 screws are usually needed for this, all timber should be treated. The first feather edge board can then be fixed on the outside of your fence.
What is the best thickness of cladding for a shed?
The general rule of thumb is the thicker the cladding, the more expensive the garden building. If you want a cheap wooden shed, chances are it will be constructed from 7-8mm overlap cladding. Likewise, if you’re buying a top-of-the-range log cabin, you should expect a cladding thickness of at least 44mm.
Why do feather edge boards overlap?
Feather edge boards will expand and shrink with the weather. If you decided to go for a bare minimum 18mm overlap to get maximum yield, if any of your boards have a ragged or uneven edge which some do, unless you discard these boards, it is more likely that your fence will start to show gaps.
Does feather edge warp?
Exposing freshly cut un-seasoned featheredge boards in the height of the summer may lead to warp and twisting of the boards. This can largely be counteracted by using more fence rails. When considering the number of horizontal rails on the fence then err on the side of caution, fit more rails rather than less.
Do you need to leave a gap between fence boards?
If you’re installing the boards horizontal, you’ll want to leave 1/4 in -1 inches of space between the boards. For privacy purposes, get the boards as close together as you can. If it’s impossible to do that, or you’re worried about shrinking and expanding, leave 1/8 inch between each board.
What do the two featherboard cladding codes mean?
The two featherboard cladding codes refer to single pales, the reference to ” (2ex)” means the Featherboard pale is cut diagonally from a plank of 150mm x 32mm timber section therefore creating two featherboard pales from one timber plank. Details can be found on our standard featherboard fence pales used with traditional featherboard fencing
How do you make feather edge cladding?
Feather edge cladding is created by sawing a rectangle section of timber board at an angle, so the finished board is tapered across its width. This creates two wedge shaped boards from the initial one.
What is feather edge timber cladding used for?
Feather edge timber may also be used for applications beyond cladding, such as fencing. As is it cost effective and strong when fixed, feather edge cladding is a great fencing material for strength, cost and looks. Which Timber Species are Used for Feather Edge Cladding?
Where can I find the details of the featherboard fence panels?
Details can be found on our standard featherboard fence pales used with traditional featherboard fencing These cladding boards are sometimes known as featheredge cladding or weatherboard cladding