Board And Batten Calculator | Calculate Batten Spacing (2024)

How to Use The Board And Batten Calculator

Before using this calculator you require three measurements:

1. The width of the wall you are panelling: Grab your tape measure and take width of the wall at multiple points along the length of thetargeted area to ensure you obtain an accurate measurement.

2. The width of the battens you will use to panel the wall: The dimensions of the battens can be found in the manufacturers specifications sheet, or for extra assurance, give your battens a width check, be precise.

3. Your preferred spacing between the battens: This is your 'ideal' spacing between each batten, there is no correct answer or 'one size fits all'. This option is based on your personal preference and artistic vision, or the project specification. We recommend playing around with several different measurements in the calculator, a few mm's can make a huge impact on the final layout.

With these measurements in hand, you're ready to calculate!

Board and Batten Panelling Guide

Breaking Down The Calculation

Let's learn more about the formula used in this calculator!

Here are the steps our calculator takes when figuring out the spacing between your battens:

1. Total width of a batten and its space:

• Formula: Total Width = Batten Width + Space Width
• Simple Explanation: Add the width of the batten (e.g., 50mm) to the desired spacing between battens (e.g., 200mm) to get the total width each batten and its adjacent space will occupy.

2. Remaining wall width:

• Formula: Remaining Width = Wall Width - Batten Width
• Simple Explanation: Take the total width of your wall (e.g., 3800mm) and subtract the width of one batten to account for the first one installed.

3. Number of full spaces that can fit:

• Formula: Number of Spaces = floor(Remaining Width / Total Width)
• Simple Explanation: Divide the remaining wall width by the total width of a batten and its space (as calculated in step 1), then round down to the nearest whole number to ensure even spacing.

4. Exact spacing between battens:

• Formula: Exact Spacing = (Remaining Width - (Number of Spaces * Batten Width)) / Number of Spaces
• Simple Explanation: Adjust the spacing slightly to ensure all gaps are equal: subtract the total width of installed battens from the remaining wall width, then divide by the number of spaces to get the adjusted space size.

5. Total number of battens:

• Formula: Total Battens = Number of Spaces + 1
• Simple Explanation: Add one to the number of spaces you calculated in step 3, because each space needs a batten on either side.

6. Total coverage area:

• Formula: Total Area = (Total Battens * Batten Width) + (Number of Spaces * Exact Spacing)
• Simple Explanation: Multiply the number of battens by their width to get their total covered area, then add the total width of all spaces (calculated by multiplying number of spaces by exact spacing) to find the overall area covered by both battens and spaces.

More About Board And Batten Panelling

Board and batten panelling, with its distinctive interplay of vertical boards and slender horizontal battens, has become a popular choice for adding character and dimension to contemporary interiors. This timeless treatment transcends mere aesthetics, offering the versatility to adapt to virtually any room and design style.

Whether your taste leans towards rustic charm or modern minimalism, board and batten can be tailored to suit. Narrowly spaced battens and thick panels evoke a cosy cottage feel, while wider spacings and thinner profiles lend a sleek, contemporary air. The material choices further broaden the palette – consider painted wood for a classic look, stained timber for warmth, or even tile for a unique twist in kitchens or bathrooms.

Beyond its visual appeal, board and batten boasts practical benefits. The battens cleverly disguise uneven walls, providing a visually smooth surface. Additionally, the raised panels create an effective sound barrier, enhancing overall room comfort. Whether seeking to breathe new life into an older space or add a touch of timeless charm to a new build, board and batten panelling offers a captivating and functional solution.

Bonus Tip: Don't be afraid to experiment with panel heights and textures to create a truly bespoke look.Half-wall panelling can add definition without overwhelming a small space, while textured wallcoverings behind the battens can introduce subtle depth and pattern. With a little creativity, board and batten can transform your walls into captivating canvases for personal expression.

MDF Wall Panelling Kit

AnMDF Wall Panelling Kit is one of the simplest ways to create atraditional wall panelling look within your home or business.

It covers approximately 2.8 metres in length and around 1 metre in height (depending on the options you choose). It's really easy to add depth and character to any space using this panelling kit.

Our handy fitting guide will have you installing it in no time. You won't find any wall panelling kits easier to fit than ours!

Each square panel is 600mm x 600mm if you install it as pictured on our website. However, many of our customers choose to use these materials as the foundation of their own unique stunning design.

A backing sheet is available as an optional extra – an ideal solution for fitting wall panelling on an uneven, less than perfect surface. You may need to cut the sheet to size to suit your needs (be aware that using a backing sheet will make the panelling sit an additional 9mm proud of the wall).

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