You nail through the batten to only one edge of the board and let the other board edge float under the next batten he writes.
How to install board and batten siding.
How to do it prep walls.
Once it is install two nails at the top of the board and two nails at the bottom to secure it.
Starting at one corner of your home begin by placing a board flush up against the wall and making sure it s plumb.
This kind of siding is done vertically and installed with the use of wide boards normally 6 to 8 inches in width arranged alternately.
Install water table boards.
Installing the board and batten siding is simple to put up and gives a traditional appearance to your home.
The next panel will fit over the edge of the previous one disguising the nailing strip and lock securely into place.
Like many types of siding you ll start installing the board and batten panels from one side.
Line up the panel with the edging and use screws to secure it in place on the nailing strip.
The seams will be covered with the battens which are usually 2 to 3 inches wide.
Rdesigns suggests the traditional method.
On each wall measure.
All around the house install a 1x6 or wider water table with its bottom edge 2 inches below.