Having a roof battens bunnings will allow you to keep your home protected. They come in a variety of different types and are great for adding to your home’s value. Whether you are looking to replace the ones on your home or you are building a new home, you should always choose a battens bunnings that are suitable for the job. This will help you save money in the long run.

Stratco Ceiling Batten

Stratco Ceiling Battens are an affordable and afforable way to achieve a level ceiling. The Stratco Ceiling Batten has a small footprint and provides an effective medium to high strength structural supporting structure for ceiling panels. Using battens as a supporting framework to plasterboard panels helps to ensure that the panels remain in tact, reducing the risk of cracks. They are also a useful secondary framework to battens on the roof to reduce the amount of rattling caused by wind.

The Stratco Ceiling Batten can be used for other purposes, such as supporting an existing truss or ceiling, providing a more stable platform for hanging ceiling panels and forming a brace for spans of 4.5 metres or more. It is available in stock lengths or can be ordered in custom lengths to suit your needs.

Stramit Top Hat 40

Whether you are building a residential steel roof or a commercial building, Stramit Top Hat 40 Roof Battens are the ideal solution. These metal roof battens are manufactured in 0.75mm gauge hi-tensile G550 steel and are coated with galvanised zinc alloy coating. They are suitable for roofs subject to cyclonic conditions. They are ideal for domestic, commercial and industrial applications.

Designed to resist buckling, warping and shrinking, the Stramit Roof and Ceiling Battens are lightweight and durable. They provide a sturdy, tried and tested alternative to timber. They can be installed on roof edges, corners and roof truss systems. They are suitable for use with steel or tile cladding. They are also designed to withstand foot traffic load during installation.

E-Battens

Stratco’s roof batten bunnings are made from hi-tensile zinc/al steel and are designed to nest and be stored easily. These battens are compatible with all pierce fix domestic roofing profiles. They are also easy to use and install. They have a textured surface for safe installation and are easy to cut with tin snips.

The battens are supplied in 6100mm lengths which are easy to handle. They have a textured surface for installation, a return edge for safety, and are compatible with all major domestic ceiling boards. These battens are also available in stock lengths.

The battens should be placed 20mm off the wall. You can use a power saw to cut them along the line. You should also mark the battens with a pencil to help determine their length.

Copper in roof battens

Roofing battens are a structural element of metal roofs. They distribute the load stresses and evenly distribute the weight across the roof, providing the necessary strength.

There are two main methods to install battens on a metal roof. The first method is used for roofing with steep slopes. The second method is for less steep slopes. Both methods use nominal 2" x 2" battens.

The preferred method for battens is to use tapered battens. They are formed vertically and a minimum of three inches in direction of flow is lapped over the cap. These battens are then attached with copper nails.

Battens are installed before the cleats. Cleats are used to attach metal roof panels to the battens. When installing cleats, it is important to ensure that the battens are installed at a distance of at least a half inch away from the cleat. This will ensure that the battens can be tightened after the cleats are installed.

BS 5534

BS 5534 is an excellent code of practice that covers different types of installation techniques for a pitched roof or vertical cladding. It also includes requirements for fixings to slates and tiles. It should be noted that this is a voluntary standard, but it is highly recommended.

For a new roof, it is important to choose the right roofing battens to ensure the longevity and performance of the roof. When selecting these, it is advisable to choose graded battens. These are more expensive than non-graded ones, but they are guaranteed to last the lifespan of the roof. Graded battens are also more durable and will save you a lot of time on site.

As a roofer, you need to know the latest industry standards and how to use them. This includes ensuring that your roofing battens are graded according to BS 5534.