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Delivery & Returns Information
Delivery charges vary by product category and order value. Items may ship from different suppliers and arrive separately, so delivery charges can be shown per part of your order at checkout.
Standard (Nationwide) Delivery
| Timber & Sheet, Building Materials, Joinery and Gardens & Landscaping Products | |
|---|---|
| ORDER VALUE | DELIVERY CHARGE |
| Under £300 | £25 ex. VAT |
| Over £300 ex. VAT | FREE |
Express Delivery
| Express Delivery - Insulation and Plasterboard & Drylining | |
|---|---|
| ORDER VALUE | DELIVERY CHARGE |
| Under £400 | £90 ex. VAT |
| Over £400 ex. VAT | £55 ex. VAT |
| Express Delivery - Timber & Sheet, Building Materials, Joinery and Gardens & Landscaping Products | |
| ORDER VALUE | DELIVERY CHARGE |
| Under £300 | £50 ex. VAT |
| Over £300 ex. VAT | £35 ex. VAT |
How delivery works
We work with a nationwide network of trusted suppliers. Items in your basket may be supplied by different suppliers and delivered separately. Where this applies, you will see delivery charges shown at checkout for each part of your order. We always aim to group products from the same supplier to keep delivery costs as low as possible.
Delivery areas
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If your address is in one of these areas, we will contact you before processing your order to confirm any additional costs. We do not currently offer delivery outside the UK mainland.
What to expect on delivery day
- Deliveries are typically kerbside.
- Please ensure someone is on-site to accept delivery. For heavier items, help with offloading may be required.
- Many building materials arrive on large vehicles. If access is restricted, a specialist vehicle such as a HIAB may be required and could incur an additional charge.
Why delivery can cost more than typical parcel delivery
Building materials often travel on larger vehicles and usually carry fewer drops per run than parcel networks. That is why delivery charges can be higher than standard e-commerce shipping.
Returns
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Key Features
- {{pest_control}} Pressure treated for protection against insect and fungal attack
- {{filter_none}} Creates ventilation gaps beneath roof coverings
- {{handyman}} Easy to cut, drill, and fix
- {{check_circle}} Ensures consistent spacing and alignment in roofing systems
Technical Specification
| URN: | 4001067 |
|---|---|
| Product: | 38mm x 50mm |
| Application: | Fixing base for sheet materials, service cavities, fencing, shelving, and general joinery. |
| Material Type: | Softwood |
| Thickness: | 38mm |
| Width: | 50mm |
| Length: | 4.8m |
| Weight: | 4.10kg |
| Sales Unit: | Length |
| Sales Unit Coverage: | 4.8m |
| Product Standard: | BS EN 14081 |
| Treatment Type: | Tanalith E |
| Edge: | Sawn |
| Colour: | Natural (varies by treatment batch) |
| Finish: | Sawn |
Product Overview
Sawn pressure-treated softwood counter batten, measuring 4800mm in length with a 38mm x 50mm (1.5" x 2") section.
Commonly used in roofing, it provides a stable fixing surface for tile battens, cladding, and sheet materials, while also creating ventilation gaps that help reduce condensation beneath roof coverings.
Features & Benefits
- Pressure treatment: Helps extend service life in outdoor or damp conditions.
- Square-cut edges: Consistent profile for reliable fixing and alignment.
- Natural timber appearance: Suitable for both construction and roofing applications.
- Workable softwood: Easy to cut, drill, and fix using standard tools.
- Length 4800mm: Minimises the number of joints in roofing runs.
- Section 38mm x 50mm (1.5" x 2"): Wide counter batten provides a stable fixing line and promotes ventilation.
Please Note: Colour and finish may vary from green to brown depending on the treatment process. This product is ungraded and not intended for structural load-bearing applications.
Applications
- Roofing counter battens: Creates ventilation gaps beneath tile battens and roof coverings to prevent condensation.
- Fixing support: Provides strong fixing lines for tile battens, cladding, and sheet materials.
- Cladding systems: Maintains airflow behind external cladding to improve performance.
- General construction use: Broad profile allows medium-duty support and spacing where required.
Installation Guidance
- Set out counter battens correctly: Ensures effective ventilation and consistent fixing points.
- Use galvanised or stainless fixings: Protects against corrosion and prolongs service life in roofing environments.
- Maintain ventilation paths: Prevents moisture build-up and helps extend roof covering lifespan.
Compliance & Performance
- Preservative treatment: Pressure treated for enhanced durability.
- Service conditions: Intended for roofing and general construction use in dry or moderately damp environments.