Treated Roofing Batten 1.5″ x 0.75″ (19x38mm) 4.2m

MDM Timber Treated Roofing Batten 1.5″ x 0.75″ (19x38mm) 4.2m is a pressure-treated softwood roofing batten designed for pitched roof construction and repair. Supplied by MDM Timber Limited — a trusted name in UK trade timber — this 38mm x 19mm batten delivers consistent dimensions, reliable strength, and long-lasting protection against the elements. Suitable for professional roofing contractors and confident DIY builders alike, it is the go-to tile batten for new builds, extensions, and re-roofing projects.

Key Features and Specifications

• Nominal dimensions: 38mm x 19mm (1.5″ x 0.75″) — standard UK roofing batten size
• Length: 4.2m per length
• Material: European Redwood or Whitewood softwood (pine/spruce)
• Treatment: Pressure-treated with preservative (green treated) — protects against rot, wood-rotting fungi, and insect attack
• Strength grading: C24 graded — meets the strength requirements of BS 5534 for roofing timber
• Use class: Suitable for external roofing environments
• Finish: Sawn; cut ends should be re-sealed with proprietary end-grain preservative on site
• Supplier: MDM Timber Limited

Applications

• Primary fixing point for concrete roof tiles, clay roof tiles, fibre cement slates, and natural slates on pitched roofs
• Counter-batten systems to create ventilation gaps beneath close-fitting roof coverings
• Securing roofing felt and underlay over rafters and trusses
• Roof repairs, extensions, garages, and outbuildings
• General timber framing, cladding battens, and garden structures where treated timber is required

Why Choose This Product

The MDM Timber Treated Roofing Batten 19x38mm – 4.2m is C24 strength-graded and pressure-treated to BS 5534 standards, giving you confidence that every length performs consistently on site. The 4.2m length reduces waste and cutting time on standard rafter spans. Pressure treatment provides durable resistance to moisture, rot, and insect infestation — essential for any external roofing application in the UK climate. Trade quantities are available, making it a cost-effective choice for roofers and builders ordering at volume.

Delivery in and Around London

We deliver MDM Timber roofing battens throughout London, including inner boroughs such as Croydon, Lewisham, Southwark, Camden, and Hackney, as well as Greater London areas including Enfield, Bexley, Redbridge, and Barnet. We also supply across the surrounding counties of Kent, Essex, Surrey, and Hertfordshire. Trade quantities are welcome — contact us for bulk pricing and scheduled site deliveries.