Exterior Shiplap Timber Cladding
Shiplap is a traditional machined profile designed for external timber cladding applications. We can machine a variety of shiplap timber cladding profiles, suitable for both face fixing and hidden fixing methods.
Code
VSL
Style
Traditional
Species
All dry wood species
Orientation
Horizontal
Exterior Shiplap Timber Cladding
Exterior Shiplap Timber Cladding
Exterior Shiplap Timber Cladding
Exterior Shiplap Timber Cladding
What is Shiplap Cladding?
Shiplap is a traditional style of timber cladding with a smooth finish and overlapping or interlocking edges to create a waterproof facade. What makes shiplap cladding unique is the wide ‘scoop’ detail on the top edge of each board, rather than a shadow gap. We machine shiplap external cladding in a range of stable timber species, including cedar, larch, and other dried timber species.
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Specifications
Shiplap cladding from Vastern Timber
- Profiles: VSL1 – VSL3
- Thickness: 20 mm
- Widths: 95 mm, 120 mm, 145 mm
- Lengths: Random 1.8 m – 3.5 m+
- Species: Available in various species
- Finish: Supplied uncoated, no treatment required
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Profiles
Installation
How to fix
VSL1 and VSL2: Face-fix only (one fixing per board/batten)
VSL3: Hidden nail through the tongue (one fixing per board/batten)
Begin at the bottom, ensuring the first board is level with the lap adjacent to the wall and facing upwards. Leave a 2 mm expansion gap between neighbouring boards. Join board ends on a batten.
Batten type
Treated softwood, 35 mm × 50 mm.
Batten spacing
400-600 mm.
Nail type
Stainless steel ring shank nails: 50 mm for face-fixing, 40 mm for hidden fixing.
When to fix
Year-round, ideally between September and March.
Disclaimer
While the utmost care has been taken to provide accurate information, Vastern Timber shall not be held responsible for any consequences arising from any errors or omissions on this website nor for any damages resulting from the use of the information.
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While the utmost care has been taken to provide accurate information, Vastern Timber shall not be held responsible for any consequences arising from any errors or omissions on this website nor for any damages resulting from the use of the information.
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