What size does feather edge fencing come in?

150mm boards at usually stocked at 1.65 metres, 1.8 metres, 2.4 metres, 3.0 and 3.6 metres. With a 25mm lap you will need 8 boards per linear metre run of fence. Longer lengths of featheredge are generally used in cladding applications but may be cut to size by the customer where unusual heights of board are required.

How thick is feather edge cladding?

They both run from 25mm thick down to 9mm, the only real difference is the width – IWC9 is 200m wide whereas IWC10 is 150mm.

How are feather edge boards calculated?

As a guide Fencing Essentials recommend the following, when deciding how many boards are needed:

1. Allow 12 boards per metre when using 100mm boards.
2. Allow 10 boards per metre when using 125mm boards.
3. Allow 8 boards per metre when using 150mm boards.

Is Closeboard the same as feather edge?

Featherboard is also known as Feather Edge and sometimes Closeboard. Featherboard is what we term as a ‘solid style’ fence, but there are other types and styles of fencing available also known as ‘semi-solid’ and ‘slatted’.

Is feather edge fencing cheaper than panels?

The cost of the materials used to produce a featheredge fence is similar to that of purchasing your panels. So to put it in a nut shell feather edge is the way to go if you are looking for a cheap strong alternative to wooden fence panels.

Can you 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.

Is feather edge waterproof?

like how important it is that it is 100% watertight (given that it’s only a gazebo), where the prevailing winds come from, how broad your featherboards are, etc. but you could just try it and see.

Where do you nail feather edge boards?

Nail the Featheredge Boards in place, first nail in place the 1st two boards at either end, both facing inwards (narrow edge facing inwards).

Is feather edge cheaper than panels?

Do you nail or screw feather edge boards?

How do you nail feather edge 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).

What’s the difference between weather board and feather edge cladding?

Featheredge cladding is also known as weatherboarding or feather-edge boarding and it is a traditional means of cladding homes. It is simply a sawn board cut on the diagonal to produce a tapered board that is over lapped when fitted, similar to roof tiles.

How often should I Fix my feather edge cladding?

Overlap subsequent boards by 40 – 50mm. It is important not to reduce the recommended overlap. Feather-edge profiles are generally cut from green (wet) timber and will, as a result, shrink by up to 15mm as the board dries. We recommend that each board is fixed once with a nail located 10mm above the upper edge of the previous board.

How much does featheredge cladding cost per square metre?

A very economical way to clad large buildings and other timber structures. Please remember to make allowances for a minimum 35mm overlap on each board when making your calculations!! (50mm is preferable). The advertised price is per square metre and comes in random lengths between 1.8m and 3.6m.

How big is a sawn feather edge cladding?

Ideal for where you require an elegantly rustic finishto your cladding project as well as long lasting protection from the elements. 150mm x 24/6mm 175mm x 24/6mm 200mm x 24/6mm 150mm x 28/8mm 175mm x 28/8mm 200mm x 28/8mm Ideal for where you require an…