Board and Batten Siding Calculator — Calculate Materials & Costs

Board and Batten Siding Calculator

Calculate materials and costs for board and batten siding projects. Determine board count, batten spacing, and total project costs based on your specific measurements.

Step 1: Wall Dimensions & Board Specs

30 ft
10 ft
12 in
2 in

Board and Batten Basics

Board and batten siding consists of wide vertical boards (boards) with narrow strips (battens) covering the seams. Typical board widths range from 6-24 inches, with 1-3 inch battens.

Step 2: Costs & Options

$2.50
$0.75
24 in

Material Considerations

Always include a waste factor (typically 10-15%) for cutting and fitting. Material costs vary widely based on wood type, thickness, and finish quality.

Board and Batten Siding Results

Summary
Material Comparison
Cost Breakdown

Total Project Cost

$750
Based on 30ft × 10ft wall with 12″ boards
Boards Needed
30
Battens Needed
15
Total Linear Feet
450 ft
Cost per Sq. Ft.
$2.50

Material Type Cost Comparison

Material Type Cost per Board Total Project Cost Durability

Cost Breakdown by Material

Board and Batten Formula

Boards Needed = Wall Width (inches) ÷ Board Width (inches)

To calculate materials: Divide wall width by board width to get number of boards. Battens are placed between boards based on spacing preference.

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