Incorporating a vertical element into your garden should be a crucial consideration. We explore how simple use of composite battens adds wow factor even in the smallest space.

Benefits of a vertical element in the garden

Composite Screening Battens And Cladding

London Stone's Composite Screening Battens can enhance any design

If your garden does not have mature trees and bushes at the boundary, then using composite screening battens will make a big difference. They can hide a neighbouring eyesore or provide welcome shade, all the while creating an instant feature.

Nosey neighbours can easily be discouraged with the implementation of some extra height. Bring privacy to the garden by adding purpose-built screens to the top of walls. If your relaxation area in the garden is  overlooked, a vertical solution is a great way to prevent this. By adding height to just a small section of the garden, the rest will retain an open feel.

Including a vertical element makes the most of the area you have, which is particularly useful in smaller gardens. You can make bold features and focal points in the garden without taking away any precious ground space. So get creative and take your designs upwards.

Composite Screening Battens And Cladding

Warm Teak Composite Battens are used here to enhance privacy and let light into the design

Transform unsightly or otherwise dull-looking walls by cladding them in the colour of your choice. Unappealing garages and outhouses can easily be improved with the simple installation of battens. This is the perfect solution if you are unable remove an unattractive element from your view. The effect is  to give you back your garden sanctuary, instantly.

Composite screening battens

Our composite screening battens have a brushed finished that will bring movement and interest to your garden. The slats give you the freedom to build to the exact height required and you have complete freedom to construct tightly slatted screens or leave regular gaps between the battens (7mm is standard). These gaps are great for giving you a sense of privacy whilst still allowing light to pass through and fill your garden.

Combine battens with composite decking

Chestnut composite battens used as cladding and paving in design by M Withall.

Dramatic use of Chestnut Composite Battens gives real wow factor to this design by M Withall Landscapes.

With a range colours, there is sure to be one to complement your garden design. The bonus? The battens match our DesignBoard Grooved and Brushed Composite Decking Ranges. Pairing fencing or cladding with the composite decking can help create a modern, seamless feel in your garden.

Made of 50% natural bamboo fibres, the battens display subtle colour variations that resemble natural wood to bring an authentic feel. Maintenance-wise, they're  are easy to keep looking their best with minimal effort. Rot-proof and warp-resistant, they are a great alternative to natural wood if you are looking for a traditional element with long-lasting attributes.

Design Potential

If the theme of your garden is centred around nature, encourage climbing plants such as clematis, ivy, or honeysuckle to grow up-and-around the battens.

Pebble grey composite battens used as roof and sides of pergola attached to garden wall.

Pebble Grey Composite Battens create this shady, airy pergola by Skyline Fencing and Landscaping.

The unique appearance of these material makes a beautiful contrast to stone paving that will not fail to impress. The design will add depth and interest to your design and will look stunning with almost any style of paving.

You can also create long-lasting and unique boundary demarcations. Or divide the garden into different areas by creating a physical and visual barrier. This way you can create discrete sections in the garden for different activities, from relaxing and dining, to entertaining, or even sectioning off a vegetable patch.

There is so much potential and opportunity for going vertical. For more inspiration, take a look at these products on our website or speak to a member of the sales team.