Description
Flat Utility Board (1.25m)
Cut to fit, built to last.
1.25m length of strong yet lightweight 9mm uPVC cover board, available in smooth or authentic woodgrain finishes. Supplied in economical short lengths for smaller projects and guaranteed against discolouration, warping, and cracking.
Common uses for our cover board include lining window and door reveals, boxing-in pipework and shower trays, and serving as skirting or plinths in bathroom and kitchen wet-rooms. It is also available in 2.5m lengths, while the full 5m lengths are sold as Soffit Utility Boards to complement fascia and capping roofline products.
Features & Benefits
- Practical 1.25m Length – easier to handle, transport and cut for smaller projects
- Versatile Use – ideal for soffits, window and door reveals, pipe boxing, skirting and plinths
- Lightweight Yet Durable – easy to handle and fit without compromising long-term performance
- Weather and UV Resistant – designed to resist warping, cracking and discolouration
- Low Maintenance – wipe-clean finish with no painting required
- Choice of Finishes – smooth or authentic woodgrain options to complement fascia and capping boards
- Certified Quality – BBA-approved with long-life guarantees for added confidence
NOTE: The White 100mm (SM100WF) board is double-edged.
Did you know? Our short flat cover boards meet the same high standards as the Soffit Utility Board. Made from the same foam profile and colour foil, they comply with the same British Standards and carry the same long-life guarantees.
What You Get
Each unit is provided in 1.25m lengths
Technical Information
Technical Information
| Measurement | Value | |
|---|---|---|
| Thickness | 9mm | |
| Length | 1.25m (4ft 1in) | |
| Width | White: 100mm, 150mm, 175mm, 200mm, 225mm, 250mm, 300mm, Anthracite Grey & Black Ash: 150mm, 175mm, 200mm, 225mm, 250mm, 300mm Other Colours: 150mm, 200mm, 300mm | |
| Material | PVC-UE | |
| Colour Fastness | BS 7619 : 2010 | |
| Fire Rating (White Profiles) | BS 7619 : 2010 Class 1Y <14mm, Class 1 >14mm. | |
| Thermal Conductivity | Cellular PVC: 0.06 (W/mk) | |
| Density | Cellular PVC: 450 kg/m³. | |
| Quality and Standards | BS 7619, ISO 9001, ISO 14001, ISO 45001, ISO 50001, BBA, BES 6001 | |
| Guarantee | Profiles are guaranteed against discolouration, warping and cracking, providing they are fitted to manufacturers recommendations. Standard profiles are covered for 20 years, foiled woodgrain profiles for 10 years. | |
| Applications | Ideal for soffits, window and door reveals, boxing-in pipework, skirting boards, and plinths. |
Colours
| Colour Name | Colour Code | Appearance |
|---|---|---|
| White | W | Smooth |
| Anthracite Grey | X | Woodgrain/Foil |
| Anthracite Grey (Smooth) | G | Smooth |
| Black (Smooth) | A | Smooth |
| Black Ash | Z | Woodgrain/Foil |
| Rosewood | R | Woodgrain/Foil |
| Golden Oak | C | Woodgrain/Foil |
Fitting and Usage
Fitting & Usage
Flat utility board can be used for soffits, window and door reveals, boxing-in pipework, skirting and plinths. The board can be fixed with quick-grab adhesive or silicone, with plastic-headed nails or screws used for mechanical fixing where required. The 1.25m length is suited to smaller projects and can be cut to fit individual sections; for larger soffit installations, 2.5m and 5m versions are also available.
General Fitting
- Cut the board to the required length using suitable cutting tools
- Fix with quick-grab adhesive or silicone
- Use plastic-headed nails or screws for mechanical fixing
- Ensure boards are adequately supported and securely fixed for the intended application
Using as a Soffit Board
- The outer edge slots into the recess along the inner corner of the fascia
- The inner edge can rest on brickwork, slot into a 25mm Board Clip fixed to the wall, or be screwed to a batten
- Where boards meet, use a Panel Joint or 10mm Soffit Ventilator
