Shiplap Cladding – Untreated Redwood – Exterior

Product Overview

This untreated timber shiplap cladding measures 19mm x 125mm nominally, with a finished size of 14mm x 119mm. Available by the meter in random lengths between 2.1m and 5.1m, this cladding is perfect for exterior use, offering decorative timber boarding with a natural finish that can be stained, painted, or treated on-site for personalized results.

The shiplap profile features an interlocking tongue-and-groove design with overlapping edges, which creates neat horizontal shadow lines and provides protection against wind and rain. Manufactured from softwood, the boards are supplied untreated, allowing for flexibility in applying preservative or coating to meet specific project requirements.

Features & Benefits

• Decorative Profile: The shiplap tongue-and-groove design ensures neat horizontal lines with overlapping joints.
• Customizable Surface: Supplied untreated, ready for staining, painting, or treating as desired.
• Durable Softwood: Strong, workable timber ideal for outdoor projects.
• Weather Protection: Overlapping boards offer a barrier against wind and rain.
• Compact Width: The finished 119mm size provides good coverage for smaller structures.
• Precise Sizing: Nominal size of 19mm x 125mm ensures a consistent fit.

Applications

• Sheds & Workshops: Ideal for small garden buildings.
• Garages: Provides protective and decorative external boarding.
• Garden Projects: Effective for screens, fencing, or partitions.
• Refurbishment Work: Replaces existing cladding with natural finish timber.

Installation Guidance

• Preparation: Secure battens at correct centers and apply preservative before installation if necessary.
• Cutting: Use fine-toothed saws and treat cut ends with preservative.
• Fixing: Use exterior-grade nails or screws for securing.
• Jointing: Fit boards with overlap to maintain weather protection.
• Finishing: Apply stain, oil, or paint to suit project needs.

• Material: Manufactured from softwood timber.
• Surface Treatment: Supplied untreated, requires finishing with preservative, stain, or paint.
• Dimensional Accuracy: Supplied nominal 19mm x 125mm, finished 14mm x 119mm.

FAQ

• Q: Can this cladding be used indoors?
  A: While designed for exterior use, it can be adapted for interior projects with appropriate treatment.
• Q: How should I treat the timber?
  A: It is recommended to use a high-quality wood preservative or exterior paint.
• Q: Is this product environmentally friendly?
  A: Yes, it is sourced from sustainable softwood timber.