Aluminium Battens: The Perfect DIY Fence Solution
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DIY aluminium fencing is suitable for a variety of applications, from screening an outdoor swimming pool to adding security around your property. Not only does it look great and require minimal maintenance, but aluminium split batten fencing also offers a range of features, such as timber-look finishes, batten sizes and profiles, plus alternative solutions to traditional timber fences.
And if you’ve been researching home building products, you’ll know that aluminium battens are proving more popular than ever, both inside and out! They’re perfect for adding contrast and screening and when installed in a timber finish, they add texture and warmth like nothing else.
• Zephyr and Stone • Coastal 2 Ways Project featuring DecoBattens
But whether it’s for a front fence feature, outdoor entertainment area, screening or a gate; there’s a new solution to timber that has all the visual benefits with none of the maintenance. We’re talking about aluminium timber-look DecoBattens.
But are they as versatile and easy to use as timber? You betcha! Let’s take a look…
Ready From The Get-Go
By far one of the major benefits of Decobattens is that they’re ready to install from the get-go. They’re a finished product, so there’s none of the preparation of sanding, painting or staining that comes with timber.
So if preparation isn’t your forte and you just want to get in there and get the job done, the virtually effortless quality of Decobattens may be just the ticket.
• Zephyr and Stone • Coastal Facade 2 Ways Project featuring DecoBattens
Straighty One-Eighty
If you’ve ever purchased long lengths of timber, you’ll be all too familiar with the trial and error of sorting and trying to pick the straightest pieces.
That’s just not on the agenda with DecoBattens. They’re supplied in straight 6.5m long lengths, that won’t warp or split and can be cut to size on-site with an electric metal cut-off saw. This also results in less waste as each piece is plumb and the entire length usable.
• Zephyr and Stone • Coastal Facade 2 Ways Project featuring DecoBattens
• Zephyr and Stone • Coastal Facade 2 Ways Project featuring DecoBattens
What’s Your Flavour
We all know that one size doesn’t really fit all, so these handy aluminium battens are available in a huge range of timber-grain colours, batten profiles and sizes.
Whether it’s a square, rectangle or curved profile you’re after, there’s a range of size options as small as 20 x 20mm and as large as 200 x 200mm to choose from. Plus they’re also available in varied aluminium thicknesses, so when strength and rigidity are required, there’s a batten solution to suit.
• Zephyr and Stone • Coastal Facade 2 Ways Project featuring DecoBattens
Light As A Feather
Ok, so we might be exaggerating slightly…but aluminium battens are very lightweight!
Most profiles are hollow inside, so although they have the appearance of a solid timber batten or post, you won’t be left carrying the weight. This makes aluminium battens easy to manage onsite single-handedly, rather than having to call in your 2IC every time one needs manoeuvring.
DIY Install
DecoBattens are designed for DIY installation - whether it’s DIY aluminium fencing, a batten feature or screening - DecoBattens has a downloadable do-it-yourself installation manual that’s designed for beginners and is available online.
However, if you’re not handy or a bit time-poor, they’re easy for a builder or tradesman to install; or specify your preferred colour and profile to an aluminium fabricator who can provide you with a complete installed solution.
• Zephyr and Stone • Coastal Facade 2 Ways Project featuring DecoBattens
No Maintenance
By far one of the most attractive features of aluminium battens is their low maintenance quality. Unlike timber that requires ongoing sanding, staining or painting, the only maintenance with DecoBattens is an occasional clean with high-pressure water to remove any dirt buildup.
Long-term, this is a big saving of both time and money.
• Zephyr and Stone • Coastal Facade 2 Ways Project featuring DecoBattens
So, what do you think? Are DecoBattens as versatile and easy to use as timber? We think so…and with all their additional benefits and low-maintenance qualities, the title of Perfect DIY Solution is pretty close to the mark!
• Zephyr and Stone • Coastal Facade 2 Ways Project featuring DecoBattens
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