JB Red – Marley
These battens are trusted by roofers nationwide for their strength, straightness, and consistency, and they’re colour-coded red so you can instantly identify that you’re working with a fully graded product.
*Marley JB Red Roofing Batten – Premium Graded Batten for Pitched Roofs
BS 5534 Compliant | Fully Graded | Colour-Coded Red for Peace of Mind
At North West Roofing Supplies, we proudly stock Marley JB Red Roofing Battens, the industry-leading choice for quality, durability, and compliance. Manufactured and graded in the UK, Marley’s red battens are specifically designed for use in pitched roofing applications, meeting the strict performance requirements of BS 5534 – the British Standard for roofing battens.
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Key Features of Marley JB Red Batten
✅ BS 5534 Compliant – Fully meets the British Standard for roofing battens
✅ Machine Graded & Individually Marked – Each batten is laser-graded for strength and stamped for traceability
✅ Preservative Treated – Treated to Use Class 2 with MicroPro® preservative to resist fungal and insect attack
✅ Colour-Coded Red – Instantly recognisable on-site as a fully graded batten
✅ Sustainably Sourced Timber – FSC® or PEFC™ certified for responsible forestry
✅ Consistent Dimensions – Regularised to ensure accurate thickness and width
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Available Sizes
Marley JB Red battens are available in a variety of lengths and profiles to suit your project, most commonly:
– 25mm x 50mm – standard for tile battening
– 38mm x 25mm – for heavy-duty applications or higher load zones
– Lengths: Generally 3.6m or 4.8m, but other sizes may be available on request
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Where to Use Marley Red Batten
– Pitched roof tile and slate installations
– Warm and cold roof build-ups
– New build housing developments
– Loft conversions, dormers, extensions
– Anywhere where BS 5534 compliance is required
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Why Use Marley JB Red
✔️ Red battens are graded for strength, reducing the risk of breakage or failure
✔️ Eliminates the need for on-site grading or rejection
✔️ Compatible with mechanical fixings, nails, and clips
✔️ Designed for easy handling, stacking and storage on-site
✔️ Proven track record across UK commercial and domestic roofing sectors
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Why Buy Marley Red Batten from North West Roofing Supplies?
✅ Guaranteed Marley stock – no substitutes
✅ Competitive pricing for trade and volume orders
✅ Quick delivery or easy branch collection
✅ Expert support for BS 5534 compliant roofing systems
✅ One-stop shop for battens, tiles, membranes, fixings, and accessories
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