Material

Softwood (usually treated with preservative for durability)

Standard Lengths

2.4 m, 3.0 m, 3.6 m

Standard Thickness

25 mm (1 inch)

Standard Width

38–50 mm (1.5–2 inches)

Fixing / Spacing

Horizontal battens fixed over rafters; spacing depends on tile type:

• Concrete tiles: 38–50 mm × 25 mm, 333 mm apart
• Clay tiles: 50 mm × 25 mm, ~300 mm apart

Packing

Supplied in pallets or bundles, typically 40–50 battens per pallet