There are three golden rules when fixing feather edge cladding.
Overlap: Do not skimp on the overlap. Allow 40 – 50mm of overlap to avoid gaps forming when the boards shrink in the summer.
Fixings: Use stainless steel ringshank nails and locate the fixings so that each board is only fixed once per batten.
Season: If the boards are cut from wet wood, avoid the warm summer months to prevent distortion and cupping.
Follow these basic rules to create a long lasting and beautiful feather edge cladding installation.