It’s possible to use pine for board and batten siding, but it’s typically not recommended. Although the material is cost-effective and quite beautiful, it’s less durable and has been known to have a much shorter lifespan than other materials, such as cedar or James Hardie. You might want to choose another material that’s longer-lasting.

The board size arrangements that can be used for board and batten siding include 1x10 boards with 1x2 or 1x3 battens as well as 1x8 or 1x12 boards with 1x4 battens. Battens should lap at least ¾ inch onto the boards on both sides to keep out moisture. Boards should be in good condition.

Yes! Plywood is a popular material used for board and batten siding because it’s a dimensionally stable wood and relatively inexpensive. It’s usually recommended that the board and batten is installed onto solid plywood or OSB sheathing. If the sheathing isn’t solid, the laborer will need to first attach horizontal furring strips.