How much should feather edge boards overlap?

Feather-edge cladding is designed to be laid horizontally with a vertical overlap of approximately 40mm for boards up to 150mm, and 50mm for boards wider than 150mm.

Do I need to overlap feather edge boards?

Overlap Consistently The overlapping of the feather edge cladding is very important and must be kept consistent. For boards less than 150mm wide an overlap of 40mm is ideal, but for boards wider than 150mm, 50mm overlap is recommended.

Which way up do feather edge boards go?

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).

How much do you overlap 125mm feather edge boards?

Well there is a British Standard for this believe it or not, which recommends a minimum of 18mm overlap between each board, however most fencing contractors and timber suppliers will recommend 25mm of overlap whether you are using 100mm, 125mm or 150mm feather edge boards, we agree with this and this is our …

How do I fix feather edge boarding?

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. Feather-edge profiles are generally cut from green (wet) timber and will, as a result, shrink by up to 15mm as the board dries.

Should 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 legal height of a fence between Neighbours?

Debating over boundary fence height between neighbours may not always give birth to productive solutions. You are aware that the legal height limit for a fence is no more than 2 metres.

How do you fix a horizontal feather edge board?

What’s the difference between weatherboarding and feather edge cladding?

It is simply a sawn board cut on the diagonal to produce a tapered board that is overlapped when fitted, similar to roof tiles. Designed to be laid horizontally, it is important to make allowances for at least a 35mm Featheredge cladding is also known as weatherboarding or feather-edge boarding and it is a traditional means of cladding homes.

What do you call a feather edge board?

Feather Edge Boards. Sometimes referred to as Closeboard Fencing, Feather Edge Boards are single boards that are placed vertically, with each one overlapping the one beside it. This creates a length of fencing around the area you are working with.

How big of an overlap do you need for feather edge cladding?

Feather-edge cladding is designed to be laid horizontally with a vertical overlap of approximately 40mm for boards up to 150mm, and 50mm for boards wider than 150mm. It is important to follow fixing advice, particularly when using green (wet) timber.

What’s the difference between close board and feather edge fencing?

Close board fencing is also known as feather edge fencing as the fencing boards are feathered. Don’t want to do this job yourself? Let us help you find a tradesman local to you Fencing is a great DIY task but will be a lot easier if there are two of you as you will have someone to help hold the ‘other end’.