The method in which timber cladding is installed and fixed is of paramount importance to increase performance, aesthetics and longevity of timber cladding and the coating system.
Can be used for visible fixing (most common method).
Can be used for concealed / non-visible fixing if boards are ≤130mm wide or less and have sufficient overlap.
Minimum penetration depth into the batten is 30mm (e.g. board thickness 22mm + 30mm = 60mm screw length).
Can be used for fixing boards vertically and horizontally.
Pre-drilling is advised in hardwood.
Can be used for visible fixing (most common method).
Can be used for concealed / non-visible fixing if boards are ≤130mm wide or less and have sufficient overlap.
Fix thread reduces pull-through if boards warp or move.
Minimum penetration depth into the batten is 30mm (e.g. board thickness 22mm + 30mm = 60mm screw length).
Can be used for fixing boards vertically and horizontally.
Designed for concealed / non-visible fixing if boards are ≤130mm wide or less.
Ideal for projects that do not require close edge fixing (fix at a 30°–45° angle through overlap).
Minimum penetration depth into the batten is 30mm (e.g. board thickness 22mm + 30mm = 60mm screw length).
Can be used for fixing boards vertically and horizontally.
Manufactured by their parent company Altenloh Brick & Co. who have been manufacturing screws for over 200 years, the SPAX brand was launched in 1967 and includes a range of high performance Façade screws for timber cladding in varying specifications.
Today, SPAX continues to innovate and develop a range of facade fixings that are available as secret fix or face fixings configurations, in three different colours. All of our SPAX facade fixings are A2 stainless steel.
It’s quite simple – a SPAX connection is lighter and can be removed again without damage. This means that single cladding panels, for instance, can be replaced without the risk of damage. This is precisely the significant advantage over a nail or a clamp.
The SPAX with a fixing thread in particular offers the advantage that the cladding panel is held much tighter than by a nail head or the back of a clamp. While significant force is needed to achieve a flush countersink when using nails or clamps, CUT point/ 4CUT and ground serrations make this procedure much easier.
For the perfect finish on your timber cladding
Incorrect fixing and installation often results in performance related issues which can often be irreversible. Fixings are a critical component of the cladding facade that should be considered at the design stage in order to select the appropriate species, profile and board width to meet your desired aesthetic.
We have partnered with SPAX, a leading German manufacturer of stainless steel facade fixings. Our in house technical and specification team will advise on the most appropriate fixings for your timber cladding project and include these in the specification.
For any pre-sale questions or general inquiries please use the contact form or details below and a member of our team will be in touch.