Planks, board & batten, colors, accessories and selling ASCEND.
5 articles on board & batten
Combining ASCEND horizontal plank with 12" Board & Batten can give a home more architectural depth without making the exterior feel overly busy. Learn where to place each profile, how to coordinate colors, and how contractors can present the combination to homeowners.
Read More →ASCEND 12" Board & Batten gives contractors a premium vertical cladding option with bold architectural lines, wood-inspired texture, substantial projection and 21 available colors. Learn how to sell the design first and then build value with construction and performance.
Read More →Mixing ASCEND 7-inch Plank with 12-inch Board & Batten can add depth, contrast, and architectural definition to a home. The strongest designs use one profile as the dominant field and the other as a purposeful accent, with clear transitions, coordinated colors, proper accessories, and installation details established before materials are ordered.
Read More →Estimating ASCEND Board & Batten accents requires more than dividing wall area by carton coverage. Contractors should measure each accent separately, establish a centered 12-inch panel layout, account for full 12-foot panel lengths, openings, gable cuts, balanced end pieces, accessory quantities, and full-carton rounding.
Read More →Installing ASCEND 12-inch Board & Batten requires a balanced wall layout, code-compliant weather-resistant barrier, properly installed receiving channels, straight panel cuts, profile-specific clearances, and correct fastening. Learn the step-by-step process, including wall preparation, panel layout, finish trim, gables, openings, and common installation mistakes.
Read More →ASCEND samples and demo kits are available at the counter, and most are free. Call to check which ASCEND colors are on hand.