Click-on Battens vs. Click-on Screens: Choosing the Right System

Sculptform’s Click-on technology has transformed architectural detailing, offering fast installation, concealed fixings and design flexibility. Two of the most widely used systems, Click-on Battens and Click-on Screens, share the same core innovation but deliver very different outcomes. Understanding their differences is essential for choosing the right solution for your project.   

What are Click-on Battens and Click-on Screens? 

Click-on Battens 

Click-on Battens are designed as a highly customisable, acoustic-friendly solution for walls, ceilings and facades. Used on both interior and exterior features, the modular batten system is designed to be viewed from one side, making it an ideal lining product. The system makes it easier for architects to specify and allow for a fast installation process. Available in both Timber and Aluminium with acoustic backing options, these Battens deliver a seamless, high-performance finish for spaces where aesthetics, durability and sound performance matters.   

Click-on Screens 

Click-on Screens are designed for applications that require open batten systems such as balustrades infills, free-standing partitions and facades. Available in both Timber and Aluminium, this system allows to deliver privacy as well as aesthetic screening across both interior and exterior applications. The system is engineered to cover large areas while maintaining clean architectural lines. With a minimal fixing design, they offer a 360-degree solution which meets high load requirements, making it suitable for barrier systems while maintaining visual appeal.

Built for demanding environments 

Both Click-on systems are manufactured from the highest quality materials to withstand the toughest conditions. With excellent corrosion resistance, these systems are suitable for coastal applications, indoor pool environments and other high-moisture settings. This durability ensures long-lasting performance without compromising on aesthetics. 

When to use Click-on Battens vs. Click-on Screens? 

Click-on Battens 

• Feature walls & ceilings: Achieve warmth and natural beauty to both commercial and residential interior by playing with profile shapes and spacing. This system offers striking linear designs that instantly elevate lobbies, offices or living spaces. 

• Acoustic solutions: Build a practical solution for environments where sound quality is critical. Auditoriums, meeting rooms and offices benefit from improved acoustics without sacrificing aesthetics.  

• Facade screening: Externally, Aluminium battens provide a durable, low-maintenance cladding solution, particularly suited to facades where large areas are not viewed from behind. The modular system also allows for rapid installation, making it practical for both residential and commercial projects. 

Click-on Screens 

• Balustrade infill: Engineered to meet C3 and C5 load ratings, Click-on Screens deliver both compliant and stylish for staircases and balconies. They provide safety while maintaining a lightweight, architectural look. 

• Free-standing partitions: In open-plan spaces, Click-on Screens act as elegant room dividers and create privacy without fully enclosing a space, making them ideal for modern offices, lobbies and hospitality environments. 

• Facade screening: Click-on Screens serve a dual purpose of providing sun shading and privacy while contributing to the architectural rhythm of the facade.  

Key Differences at a Glance 

Design Flexibility 

Click-on Battens 

• Profile diversity: Sculptform offers multiple profiles such as Block, Dome and Flute in different sizes to create sculptural and artistic feature walls and detailing.  
• Mounting flexibility: Mounting tracks come to site with factory fitted clips which help in speed, accuracy and to help support different designs. They come in 6 different tracks which can be used to support bring your design to reality.  
• Curved applications: Timber Battens use steam bending and kerfing techniques which bring fluid, organic curves enhancing aesthetics without compromising on strength or quality.  
• Concealed doors: Along with the walls, an integrated concealer door system helps to entry without disrupting the visual continuity of the wall or ceiling.  This allows architects to align batten spacing across walls, achieving a truly hidden effect.  

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Click-on Screens 

• Large spans & minimal fixings: Ideal for projects needing long, uninterrupted lines with fewer mounting points. Depending on wind loads and batten sizes, Screen Battens can span up to 2.4m, delivering a clean, refined look from every angle while reducing material complexity.  
• Open batten design: Architects can vary the batten spacing to create the desired level of visibility, airflow and light filtration, whether for subtle screening or bold linear rhythm. 
• Mounting flexibility: Screens can be back-mounted, end-mounted or a combination can be used with concealed brackets, allowing seamless integration without visible fixings. With three mounting track options available, you can choose the setup that best suits your project’s structural needs and design vision. 

 Elevate Your Space with Click-on Screens 

Making the Right Choice 

In many projects, Click-on Battens and Click-on Screens are used together in a coordinated finish. Battens are typically used for most surfaces especially if speed and cost-efficient solutions are needed while Screens are applied in specific areas that require open screening or visibility from multiple sides. Both systems can be specified in matching sizes and finishes, allowing a consistent aesthetic across the project. 

If your focus is on acoustic performance, a seamless hidden system, or creating distinctive curved designs, Click-on Battens are the ideal choice. However, if you need structural compliance for balustrades, long spans with fewer fixings or open screening for facades and partitions, Click-on Screens provide the perfect solution. Aligning system choice with performance and design ensures both architectural impact and efficient installation.  

Have a question about which system to choose?  

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