What is Shiplap?
Shiplap is similar in appearance to T&G, except that the groove has only one side to it. This allows a larger overlap hence the building can breathe without you noticing. Tongue and groove cladding tends to shrink during the summer and the groove comes out of the tongue letting light through the gap in the cladding. You may have noticed this on a garden shed. Is tanalised timber necessary? Because your stables are built as a working building – often in a field, they tend to get very little aftercare. In order to look after your investment, it pays to purchase a building that is built to last. Tanalised timber means your investment will last longer. Do I need to treat my stables? Unfortunately what ever stables you have you will still need to maintain them if you want them to look their best. Tanalised timber offers excellent durability, but is does not stop the sun bleaching the colour out. A treatment every 4 or 5 years with a good wood protector will keep the stables looking fresh fo
