Central States launches Board & Batten metal siding nationwide

Hidden fastener panel available in Central States’ most popular colors and beautiful digitally-printed woodgrain options.

Central States, Inc. is launching its newest metal panel, Board & Batten, to customers nationwide to meet demand for the popular metal siding product. Central States, the leading manufacturer of metal building products in the U.S. and a 100% employee-owned company, introduced Board & Batten to select customers last year. Effective immediately, this innovative and popular metal siding product is available to customers in Central States’ full-service area nationwide. 

Central States’ Board & Batten features a Galvalume base coated with a variety of beautiful finish options, including six of the most popular SMP paint colors in the market, six textured paint colors to create an organic appearance and three high quality digitally-printed woodgrain options to meet any project aesthetic.  

"We are thrilled to announce that Central States is now offering Board and Batten to all customers,” said Central States President Tim Ruger.  “This innovative product not only enhances the aesthetic appeal of any building, but also provides superior durability and protection. “Our commitment to quality and customer satisfaction remains our top priorities as we bring new offerings to our customers across the nation.”

Versatility and Board & Batten 

Board & Batten siding is known for its classic and timeless appeal, making it a popular choice for various building styles, from rustic to modern. The vertical design of Board and Batten adds visual interest and depth to any structure, enhancing its overall aesthetic. Whether used for residential homes, commercial buildings or agricultural structures, Board & Batten provides a durable and attractive solution that stands out. 

More durability, less maintenance 

Steel Board & Batten is a cost-effective siding solution with superior durability, offering greater resilience to extreme weather, pests and rot than comparable wood or fiber cement systems. Board & Batten from Central States is available in the company’s solid color options and boasts a limited lifetime warranty to provide peace of mind to end users who will find themselves enjoying their new siding for many years with almost no annual maintenance required. 

Innovative possibilities with direct print 

Board & Batten is the first Central States panel to feature innovative direct print technology that creates a natural wood finish on steel siding. This cutting-edge process replicates the look of real wood, providing the warmth and charm of wood siding without the maintenance and susceptibility to weathering. 

Expanded footprint 

With the expanded footprint of Board & Batten siding now available at all manufacturing facilities and Metal Central locations, contractors and builders have easier access to this versatile and innovative product. Metal Central's location network ensures that customers can conveniently obtain the materials they need, backed by the exceptional service and support that Metal Central is known for. 

To learn more about Board & Batten, as well as locations nearest you where you can order, please visit our website.  
 
About Central States 

Central States, Inc. (www.centralstatesco.com) is 100% employee-owned and was founded in 1988. With more than 1,200 employee-owners and 11 manufacturing facilities in 2024, the company serves over 6,000 commercial, architectural, post-frame and residential contractors and customers across the United States across three business operating units. Central States Manufacturing is a leading manufacturer of metal building components with 17 metal roofing and wall panel profiles and a full line of trim, accessories and structural purlin. Two new factories are under construction, including a frame and structural steel plant for pre-engineered metal buildings (PEMB). Metal Central is a retail chain with seven locations, servicing trade professionals with metal building products. Central States Building Works provides complete, material-only building packages for self-storage and metal building systems. In 2023, Central States acquired Elevate Structures (formerly Storage Structures, Inc.), a leader in self-storage, offering the patented Alpha Framing System™.