How To Create Board & Batten / Hit & Miss / Slatted Fencing

This is a quick, general guide on how to create your own fencing which is known by a few names; hit & miss fencing, board & batten fencing, or slatted fencing! It's a very modern look that can be left natural or painted.
We've created an 8 step guide to follow ;
Step 1
Mark out your fencing line to make sure it’s straight
Step 2
Fix the timber posts into the ground, approx. 6ft apart for stability with the self tap in screws
Step 3
Measure and cut the plastic sheeting, then attach to the timber posts using the pin gun
Step 4
Start at the bottom, check the 1st length is level. Secure into place using the pin gun
Step 5
Add in spacers along the length. Aim for 5mm gap between each length for consistency.
Step 6
Stagger the lengths so the joints don’t line up together
Step 7
Repeat steps 5 & 6 until your desired height & length is reached
Step 8
For the capping, place the batten across the top of the fence, so the 25mm side is facing you, fix with the pin gun from the to
Please ensure you have health and safety in mind at all times!
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[@surf2trails]

Excellent video guide! What size horizontal strips did you use? Western Cedar? Thx!

[@forwardbuilderssupplies2538]

Thank you! They're planed treated timber battens, you can also use cedar/hardwoods but these are a more budget-friendly option 😄 (www.forwardbs.co.uk/planed-treated-timber)

[@hortic07]

I don't understand the point of the plastic, won't it just rip in time? Also how do you finish the tops?

[@forwardbuilderssupplies2538]

It's a woven membrane that we've used to keep the foliage out - because the battens are spaced apart, it just hides any imperfections and increases privacy too! We turned the lengths of the battens on their side and nailed them in place; you can also use panel capping too