Blue Treated Roofing Batten 2×1 (25x50mm) 4.8m

MDM Timber Blue Treated Roofing Battens 2″ x 1″ (25x50mm) 4.8m are BS5534-graded, pressure-treated softwood battens engineered for pitched roof construction. Supplied by MDM Timber Limited — an established UK timber importer since 1989 — these 2×1 roofing battens deliver the strength, straightness, and compliance demanded by professional roofers and competent DIYers alike. The distinctive blue treatment provides instant on-site identification that each length meets the full requirements of BS 5534:2003 + A1:2010.

Key Features and Specifications

• Dimensions: 25mm x 50mm (2″ x 1″) nominal sawn finish, 4.8m length
• Grading standard: BS 5534:2003 + A1:2010 — the mandatory UK standard for roofing battens
• Treatment: Pressure-treated with copper-based preservative; blue dye confirms compliance and distinguishes from ungraded timber
• Species: European softwood (redwood or whitewood)
• Certification: FSC-certified — responsibly sourced from managed forests
• Finish: Sawn (not planed) for positive grip when fixing
• Sold: Per individual 4.8m length; trade quantities available

Applications

• Primary tiling batten for pitched roofs — fixing concrete tiles, clay tiles, fibre-cement slates, natural slates, and metal roofing sheets
• Counter-batten systems on warm or cold roof build-ups
• New-build roof structures and full re-roofing projects
• Roof repair and tile replacement on residential and commercial properties
• Suitable for use with bitumen and wooden shingles

Why Choose This Product

Choosing a BS5534-graded blue treated batten is not simply best practice — for pitched roofing it is a safety and compliance requirement. The blue colour coding means every length has been individually assessed and marked, removing guesswork on site. MDM Timber’s long-standing reputation as a specialist UK timber importer ensures consistent quality and reliable stock. At 4.8m, these battens minimise waste and joints on standard rafter spans, making them the preferred choice for trade roofers working efficiently at volume.

Delivery in and Around London

We deliver MDM Timber Blue Treated Roofing Battens 25x50mm 4.8m throughout London and the surrounding region. Inner London boroughs served include Croydon, Lewisham, Southwark, Camden, and Hackney. We also cover Greater London areas including Enfield, Bexley, Redbridge, and Barnet, as well as the surrounding counties of Kent, Essex, Surrey, and Hertfordshire. Trade quantities and bulk orders are welcome — contact us for volume pricing and scheduled site deliveries.