Real woodgrain finish in aluminium. No rot, no rust, no repainting.
Timber lookalike batten fencing gives you the warmth of hardwood battens in powder-coated aluminium. The woodgrain finish is baked into the coating, so it holds its colour in full Melbourne sun and never needs oiling, staining or board replacement. It is the premium front boundary choice for homes that want timber street appeal without the maintenance.
Why it costs more than plain aluminium
The woodgrain finish is a sublimation process applied over the powder-coat, so each batten is handled twice at the factory. That is the bulk of the price difference against a plain colour slat.
Battens are also fitted individually rather than as a pre-made panel, which adds install time but lets us set the spacing exactly where you want it.
How it compares to real timber
Hardwood battens look superb for the first few years, then start to cup, split and grey off unless they are oiled every season. Aluminium holds the same look for decades with a hose down.
The upfront price is higher, but there is no repainting, no board replacement and no post rot, so over a ten year window it usually lands cheaper than timber.
Where it works best
Front boundaries, entry screens and courtyard walls are the common uses, because this is a finish you want people to see from the street.
For rear and side boundaries most customers pair it with Colorbond to keep the total spend sensible while the front still looks the part.
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