Shiplap cladding

Shiplap cladding is used across UK sites for cladding walls, sheds, cabins, garages, and garden buildings. It’s also used for interior feature walls and ceilings, especially in residential and light commercial projects. The profile’s overlapping design helps improve weather resistance and simplifies alignment. While historically associated with barns and coastal buildings, shiplap panelling is now widely used across construction for both functional and decorative work.

Shiplap boards are available in softwood, hardwood, and engineered timber. You’ll find pressure-treated boards for exterior use and untreated options suited to internal work. Shiplap cladding typically comes with tongue-and-groove joins, helping create a tight, uniform finish. Sizes vary by supplier, but common dimensions are designed to fit standard framing. Profiles can be installed horizontally or vertically depending on structural needs or design preferences.

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