how to attach vj boards to batterns

[emmajae]

 

Hey there!

I have this blank wall that only has battens.

I want to attach VJ boards, how do I do this?

I am new to DIY but keen to learn! 

Thank you!

[Jewelleryrescue]

Hi @emmajae 

Sorry for the delay in helping you xmas  project rush lol

I would  use  these Plaster board Screws  and  cordless driver  with a  no 2  phillips  screw driver tip.  There maybe  better screws avaliable.

Mark on the floor  and roof where the start of the middle of the battens are  so once the VJ  board is up you can  see from the external marks where the batton runs. so you can screw into the battons with out too much  fuss.   Between the two  batton centre line marks drawn put in  two screws and use astring line as a fixing gude.  If the Vj board  trysto crack best to pre drill the  screw holes.

Hope this  helps

Have a Great New year.

[MitchellMc]

Welcome to the Bunnings Workshop community @emmajae. It's terrific to have you join us, and many thanks for your question about installing VJ panel.

You might like start by reading through this guide on Installing Easycraft On To Steel Frames. Once you've read through the guide, let us know if you still have any questions which we can assist with.

Mitchell
 

[emmajae]

Thank you very much for your reply! 

I am also wondering what should I use to cut the vj boards? I need to go around a door.

[emmajae]

Thank you, I will read this 🙂

[MitchellMc]

Hi @emmajae,

You should use a circular saw if your cuts will be exposed, or if you're using trim to cover the cuts, then you'll be able to use a jigsaw. It's harder to get a nice smooth cut with a jigsaw, so I'd only use one if you are adding trim over the cut to conceal it.

Mitchell