PAR Timber and Planed Battens

Find smooth planed timber for garden screening, decorative timberwork and suitable battening applications at Clarke Fencing. PAR stands for Planed All Round, describing timber that has been machined smooth on all four sides.

Our listed PAR batten measures 3.6m long with a 47 × 22mm section. It is softwood with a green pressure-treated finish, specified for UC3 use.

Smooth Timber for Visible Details

The planed finish makes this batten a useful option where the timber remains visible, including suitable slatted screens and decorative garden features.

Plan the batten direction, spacing and support positions before calculating quantities. Consistent spacing helps create an even appearance across the finished structure.

Select Timber for the Intended Application

PAR describes the surface finish. Structural strength grading and preservative treatment are separate specifications.

For work requiring strength-graded timber, browse our C24 building-grade timber. For profiled boards used to clad a structure, explore our shiplap cladding.

Use fixings appropriate to the timber and exposure conditions, and protect cut treated surfaces with a suitable end-grain preservative.

PAR Timber FAQs

What does Planed All Round mean?

It means the timber has been machined smooth on all four sides, giving it a more uniform surface than rough-sawn timber.

Is PAR timber automatically structural timber?

No. PAR identifies the finish. A structural application needs timber with the appropriate strength grade, dimensions and specification.

Can this UC3 batten be used in contact with soil?

UC3 treatment is intended for suitable above-ground applications. Choose timber with the appropriate ground-contact specification for installations involving soil contact.

Can PAR timber be painted or stained?

Use a coating suitable for treated timber and follow its preparation instructions. The wood must be sufficiently dry for the chosen finish.