Slaters Lathe: 19 x 38mm x 4.2m

Slaters Lathe: 19 x 38mm x 4.2m

Slaters laths, often referred to as slating battens, are thin timber strips specifically designed to provide a secure fixing point for roofing slates and tiles. While they are essential for traditional pitched roofs, they offer several practical benefits for both roofing and general construction. 

Structural Support and Load Distribution

Secure Anchoring: They act as the primary horizontal framework to which slates or tiles are nailed, ensuring they remain in place even during high winds.
Improved Rigidity: When installed across rafters, these laths contribute to the overall structural stability and rigidity of the roof assembly.
Versatile Spacing: Unlike larger pre-set panels, laths can be spaced precisely to match the required overlap (gauge) of your specific slate size, ensuring a watertight finish. 

Durability and Protection

Rot and Pest Resistance: Most modern slaters laths are pressure-treated (often green or red) to resist rot, decay, and insect infestation, which is critical for long-term external performance.
Weather Tightness: By providing a consistent and level fixing plane, they help ensure that the final roof covering is uniform, which improves the building's overall weather resistance.

Features

• Not suitable for new house builds.
  
• Primarily used for refurbishment - roofs - conservatories - cladding etc.
  
• Dimensions
  
  • Width (mm): 38
    
  • Length (mm): 4200
    
  • Height (mm): 19
    
  • Weight (kg): 1.5