25x50mm 2x1" Treated Blue Roof Lath Batten Graded to BS5534 - 4.8m
This 25x50mm 2x1" Blue Treated Roofing Batten is a purpose-graded timber batten designed for pitched roofing applications. Supplied in a 4.8m length and graded to BS 5534, it provides a suitable fixing support for roof tiles, slates and compatible roofing systems where a compliant graded roofing batten is required.
The timber is pressure treated for improved resistance to fungal decay and insect attack, while the 25x50mm section provides a robust batten format commonly used across tiled and slated roof construction. Unlike general-purpose sawn timber battens, this product is specifically graded for roofing applications.
Key Features & Benefits - Treated Blue Roof Lath Batten Graded to BS5534:
- Nominal size: 25x50mm / 2x1"
- Length: 4.8m
- Product type: Graded roofing batten
- Grade: BS 5534
- Treatment: Blue pressure treated
- Finish: Sawn timber
- Certification: PEFC
- Designed for pitched roofing applications
- Suitable for supporting and fixing compatible roof tiles and slates
- Pressure treatment helps protect against fungal decay and insect attack
- Clearly differentiated from general-purpose ungraded timber battens
- Suitable for professional roofing and building projects where BS 5534 graded battens are specified
Graded to BS 5534 for Roofing Applications
This timber batten is graded to BS 5534, the British Standard covering slating and tiling for pitched roofs and vertical cladding.
BS 5534 graded roofing battens are specifically selected and graded for roofing use, helping ensure that the timber meets defined requirements for dimensions and timber quality.
This makes the product fundamentally different from ordinary 25x50mm treated timber, which may have similar dimensions but is not necessarily suitable for use as the batten directly supporting and fixing roof tiles or slates.
25x50mm Roofing Batten
The 25x50mm section is a widely used roofing batten size and provides a larger fixing surface than narrower battens.
The appropriate batten size and spacing will depend on the roof covering, support spacing, roof design and manufacturer's specification. Always follow the requirements for the specific tiles, slates or roofing system being installed.
Suitable for Tiled & Slated Roofs
This graded roofing batten is designed for use in pitched roof construction where timber battens provide the support and fixing point for the roof covering.
Typical applications include:
- Concrete roof tiles
- Clay roof tiles
- Natural or manufactured slates where the roofing specification permits
- Pitched roof construction
- New-build roofing
- Extension roofs
- Roof refurbishment and replacement projects
Always confirm the required batten size, gauge, spacing and fixing specification for the particular roof covering before installation.
Ideal for New Builds, Extensions & Roof Repairs
The 4.8m length makes this roofing batten suitable for a wide range of professional roofing projects, including new-build properties, house extensions, replacement roofs and refurbishment work.
Because it is specifically graded to BS 5534, it is the appropriate choice where the roofing specification requires a compliant batten rather than a general-purpose treated timber section.
Blue Pressure Treated Timber
The timber is blue pressure treated to help improve resistance to fungal decay and insect attack.
The blue colouring also helps visually distinguish the product on site, but the colour itself should not be relied upon as proof of roofing grade. The important factor is the timber's verified BS 5534 grading and product markings.
PEFC-Certified Timber
This roofing batten is PEFC certified, supporting responsible sourcing of timber from sustainably managed forests and controlled sources.
PEFC certification relates to the sourcing and chain of custody of the timber, while BS 5534 grading relates specifically to its suitability as a roofing batten.
Roofing Batten vs General-Purpose Timber Batten
Although ordinary treated timber may be available in similar 25x50mm dimensions, general-purpose battens are not automatically suitable for use as roofing battens.
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