Batten and a Bearer?

Alan · 28-03-2008, 15:04

In Carpentry what is the difference between a batten and a bearer?

Any suggestions would be gratefully received.

Would this be a good description?

Bearer;- a term used for a batten in first fix carpentry or roofing which is normally concealed i.e. sawn timber not planed or machined timber.

Batten;- a term used for a bearer in 2nd fix carpentry that is concealed or visible and usually planned or machined timber.

Alan · 28-03-2008, 17:33

In the enclosed drawing I have described the timber supporting the plywood as bearers is this correct?

Woodnut · 29-03-2008, 09:33

I use 'grounds' of PAR lath for fixing panel material and other cladding to walls. I might refer to these grounds as battens rather than a bearer, as they are obviously hidden. (Fixed so as to make 16" squares of course, to reduce flexing of panels.) Not many folk want this today though!
John

Alan · 29-03-2008, 11:13

I to use grounds to help support or fix skirting etc to but I never call them battens as they are grounds.

See item on built up skirtings

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