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Clip Battens

Aluminum Clip Battens

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Overview

Clip Aluminum Battens are Knotwood's clip-on batten system, using a concealed bracket-and-clip fixing for a clean, seamless run with no visible fasteners. It's a fixing method built for projects where the batten itself is meant to be the focus, not the hardware holding it in place. Available across 1 inch and 2 inch suites, with over 20 shapes and sizes to choose from.

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Conceal Fixings

A Batten Bracket fixes to the substrate first, then each batten presses onto it until it clicks into place, concealing the fixing point entirely behind the batten face for a clean, seamless run with no visible hardware.

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Inspiration

The Finn

The Finn is anchored in its coastal setting. Venetian render recalls the softness of sand beneath bare feet, while enduring travertine reflects the strength of the headland. Curved Hinoki aluminum screens flow into matching soffits, creating sculptural harmony, tactile rhythm and a timeless coastal presence.

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Profiles

Suite

Batten Bracket
1" x 1" (M)

KEB2525M

Batten Bracket
2" x 2" (M) V3

KEB5050M-03

Batten
1" x 1" (F) V2

KEB2525F-02

Batten
1 1/4" x 1 1/4" (F)

KEB3232F

Batten
1 9/16" x 1 9/16" (F)

KEB4040F

Batten
1" x 2" (F) V2

KEB2550F-02

Dome Batten
1 1/4" x 2" (F)

KEB3250FD

Dome Batten
1 1/4" x 3" (F)

KEB3275FD

Batten
2" x 2" (F) V3

KEB5050F-03

Batten
1" x 3" (F) V2

KEB2575F-02

Batten
1" x 4" (F) V2

KEB25100F-02

Batten
1" x 6" (F) V2

KEB25150F-02

Batten
2" x 4" (F) V3

KEB50100F-03

Batten
2" x 6" (F) V3

KEB50150F-03

Batten
2" x 8" (F) V3

KEB50200F-03

Batten Bracket - 1" x 1" (M)

KEB2525M

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Customization

Spacing.

Vary batten spacing to create distinctive visual effects.

Sequencing.

Combine different shapes and sizes to craft a unique look.

Coloring.

Mix and match different wood grain finishes to create a layered, natural wood-look surface.

Arched.

Our battens can flex around curves and arches, opening up creative possibilities for unique and organic designs.

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Specification

Product Details

Material

6063 T6 Temper Extruded Aluminum Alloy.

Country of Origin

United States of America.

Sourced and produced through U.S. supply chains, which shortens lead times and reduces exposure to shipping delays.

Length

18.6'

Finish

Traditional solid powder coated colors or a sublimated wood grain surface.

Availability

Typically 2 to 4 weeks from order to dispatch.

Warranty Life

15-year standard warranty, up to 25 years on selected finishes.

Maintenance

Periodic washing with a soft broom and water, using a pH-neutral detergent.

Sustainability

Recyclable Aluminum

Non-Chromate Pre-Treatment

VOC free Powder Coat

Recommended Fixing Spans

Engineering specifications are available for specific and regional substructure fixing.

Performance Requirements

Miami Dade Standards

TAS 201 - Impact Testing.

TAS 202 - Impact Static Air Pressure

TAS 203 - Cyclonic Wind Pressure Loading.

Fire Standards

ASTM E136.

ASTM E84 Class A.

CAN/ULC-S114.

Structural Design Standards

AAMA 1402.

ASTM E330.

ASCE 7.

Performance Standards

ASTM B221 Aluminum Alloy Extrusions.

AAMA 2604 Metal Finishing Surface Coating.

FAQs

What are Clip Aluminum Battens?

Clip Aluminum Battens are Knotwood’s clip-on batten system that uses a concealed clip fixing method. Rather than face-fixing each batten with visible fasteners, the clip sits behind the batten face and locks it in place. The result is a clean, uninterrupted run of batten with no hardware visible from the front. Knotwood clip aluminum battens are available in architectural-grade wood-grain and solid powder coat finishes.

How does the concealed clip fixing system work?

A clip is fixed to the framing at each batten location. The batten profile then slides or snaps onto the clip from the face side, so the clip sits entirely behind the finished batten face. Because no screw or bolt penetrates the visible surface, the finished run shows only the batten profile with no fastener holes, heads or caps interrupting the look. Individual battens can be removed without disturbing adjacent profiles.

Where are clip battens most commonly used?

Clip battens suit any application where the batten finish is the visual focus and visible fixings would detract from it. Common applications include facade screen walls, interior feature walls, ceiling batten systems and partition screens where a seamless, hardware-free face is the design intent. They are well suited to both commercial and residential projects across the U.S.

Are clip battens suitable for coastal or high-humidity environments?

The concealed clip position sits behind the batten face, so the fixing point is not directly weather exposed the way a face-fixed screw is. Combined with aluminum construction, which does not carry the corrosion risk of a steel or wood fixing system, that makes clip battens a practical choice on coastal and high-humidity sites. How close the site is to the source of the exposure still drives the finish specification and the fastener selection, and exposure categories are set through the applicable I-Code as adopted by your jurisdiction. Send us the address and the exposure category and our team will confirm what suits.

How do clip battens compare with flip battens and panel battens?

All three systems share the same aluminum construction and architectural-grade finishes. The difference is the fixing method and design intent. Clip battens prioritize a seamless, no-visible-fastener finish. Flip battens have two contrasting finishes on a single profile, adding depth and visual interest when viewed at an angle. Panel battens are a wider profile engineered for large-span commercial facades and high-ceiling spaces.

What finishes are available on Knotwood clip aluminum battens?

Knotwood clip aluminum battens are available in the full Knotwood finish range, including wood grain and solid powder coated options. Because the clip conceals the fixing, the batten face is uninterrupted across the whole run, which shows a wood grain pattern more clearly than a face-fixed system does. The current U.S. range is set out on our finishes page.

Can clip battens be used on both walls and ceilings?

Yes. The clip fixing system suits both wall and ceiling installations. On walls it delivers a seamless facade or feature wall finish with no visible hardware. On ceilings it produces a consistent, smooth batten run. The substrate is what changes between the two rather than the system itself. A ceiling run is fixing into framing or a suspended grid overhead and carries its own load downward, so bracket spacing and substrate capacity both need checking for the specific ceiling. Send us the framing detail and our team will confirm the setout.

How do I get a sample or quote for clip aluminum battens?

Use the sample and quote buttons on this page, or get in touch with our team directly. Knotwood supplies across the United States and can advise on the fixing system and finish that suits your project.

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Customization

Spacing.

Sequencing.

Coloring.

Arched.

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Specification

Product Details

Performance Requirements

FAQs

What are Clip Aluminum Battens?

How does the concealed clip fixing system work?

Where are clip battens most commonly used?

Are clip battens suitable for coastal or high-humidity environments?

How do clip battens compare with flip battens and panel battens?

What finishes are available on Knotwood clip aluminum battens?

Can clip battens be used on both walls and ceilings?

How do I get a sample or quote for clip aluminum battens?

Why Knotwood?

Locally Made. Reliable Service

Free Estimations & Support

Huge Range of Wood Grain Finishes

Lunch & Learns & Educational Support

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Locally Made.
Reliable Service

Free Estimations
& Support

Huge Range of
Wood Grain Finishes

Lunch & Learns
& Educational Support

Want some
samples?

Speak with a
Knotwood Expert

Need more
technical info?