Timber Screening Battens

Shop treated timber screening battens at Rose Building Supplies for contemporary slatted fencing, garden privacy screens and decorative landscaping projects. Our timber screening battens are suitable for creating custom garden screens, modern fence designs, patio dividers and other outdoor features where a clean, natural timber finish is required. They can be installed horizontally or vertically, allowing you to adjust the spacing to achieve the right balance of privacy, airflow and light. Timber screening battens are available for collection from our Peterborough and Huntingdon branches. We also offer local delivery across Peterborough, Huntingdon, Corby and selected surrounding areas.

Treated Timber Battens for Slatted Fencing

Treated timber screening battens are commonly used to create horizontal slatted fencing, vertical privacy screens and decorative garden boundaries.

Their narrow profile gives the finished fence a clean, contemporary appearance and allows the design to be adapted to different gardens, patios and seating areas.

Our screening battens are pressure treated for suitable exterior, above-ground use. This helps protect the timber against fungal decay and wood-destroying insects.

Planed surfaces and eased edges provide a smoother, neater finish than standard rough-sawn timber. The eased profile also helps rainwater run away from the timber edges.

What Can Timber Screening Battens Be Used For?

Timber screening battens are suitable for:

• Horizontal slatted garden fencing
• Vertical timber privacy screens
• Patio and outdoor seating-area screening
• Garden dividers and decorative boundaries
• Bin and utility-area screening
• Pergola and landscaping features
• Updating suitable existing fence panels
• Decorative outdoor timber projects

Garden Privacy Screening

Timber privacy battens allow you to control how open or private the finished screen will be.

Smaller gaps between the battens provide greater privacy, while wider spacing allows more light and airflow through the screen.

For a neat and consistent finish, use a spacer during installation to maintain even gaps between each batten. The battens should be fixed to a secure supporting framework using suitable exterior-grade screws or nails.

The supporting posts and rails should be strong enough to carry the additional timber and expected wind load.

Planed Landscape and Screening Battens

Screening battens may also be described as landscape battens, slatted fence battens, timber privacy slats or 2x1 treated timber battens.

The nominal timber size is measured before planing, so the finished dimensions will normally be slightly smaller than the stated nominal size.

Always check the individual product specification for the nominal size, approximate finished size, length, treatment class and certification before ordering.

Can Timber Screening Battens Be Painted or Stained?

Treated timber screening battens can usually be finished with a suitable exterior timber paint or stain once the timber has dried sufficiently.

This allows the completed screen to complement existing fencing, garden furniture, doors, windows or other outdoor features.

Any freshly cut ends or drilled areas should be treated with a suitable end-grain preservative before installation. Always follow the coating and timber-treatment manufacturer’s instructions.

Natural Timber Characteristics

Timber is a natural material, so differences in grain, knots, shade and surface appearance should be expected.

Freshly treated timber may have a stronger green colour when new and will gradually change as it is exposed to outdoor conditions.

Product photographs should be treated as a guide. Minor variations in finished dimensions may also occur because of moisture content and the natural properties of the timber.

Buy Timber Screening Battens from Rose Building Supplies

Shop treated timber screening battens from Rose Building Supplies for slatted fencing, garden privacy screens and landscaping projects.

Check current availability for collection from our Peterborough branch in Fengate or our Huntingdon branch at The Bridge Centre. Local delivery is also available across Peterborough, Huntingdon, Corby and selected surrounding locations.

Complete your project with our range of fencing supplies, including treated fence posts, rails, panels, gates, exterior timber fixings, post supports and wood treatments.

Frequently Asked Questions

What is a timber screening batten?

A timber screening batten is a narrow length of planed timber used to create slatted fencing, privacy screens and decorative outdoor features. Battens can normally be installed horizontally or vertically on a suitable supporting framework.

Are screening battens suitable for garden fencing?

Yes. Treated timber screening battens are commonly used for modern garden fencing, privacy screens and decorative boundaries when correctly supported, fixed and installed.

Can screening battens be attached to an existing fence?

They may be fitted to a suitable, secure existing fence or timber framework. The existing structure should be checked to make sure it can support the additional timber and wind load.

What is the difference between nominal and finished timber size?

The nominal size refers to the timber dimensions before planing and finishing. The actual finished dimensions are smaller after the timber has been machined. Check each product listing for its approximate finished size.

Are screening battens the same as roofing battens?

No. Screening battens are intended for fencing, landscaping and decorative outdoor projects. Roofing applications require correctly graded and certified roofing battens that meet the relevant roof specification.

Can treated screening battens be painted?

Yes. Once the treated timber is sufficiently dry, it can normally be coated with a suitable exterior timber paint or stain.

Do Rose Building Supplies deliver timber screening battens?

Yes. Local delivery is available across Peterborough, Huntingdon, Corby and selected surrounding locations. Delivery availability and minimum order requirements depend on the postcode and order size.