So now it is cost effective (can save up to 80% off the price of other steel slatting, lattice or Louvre panels) for the home handy person and will enable them to conquer projects that previously were too expensive and out of reach. SmartSlat steel slat gives everyone, from the home handy person to the project builder and small fencing companies access to a cost-effective steel slat for most slatting and screening needs. The SmartSlat slats are made from .55 steel which means when they are used to make gates, the gates are not as heavy as normal steel picket gates which is better for the hinges and posts.

Its strength and durability are features that will attract the customer and of course has the added bonus of the quality SmartSlat finish, which means that the slat will not require painting.

Smartslat is a unique two part steel slatting & louver system. (Patent & Design Registered) and was developed to fill the need for a concealed fixed slat in the fencing and screening market.

Smartslat is made from lightweight pre-painted steel and is a unique two part system where all the fixings are installed in the base and completely concealed when the cover is snapped on. With Smartslat you can now assemble onsite with concealed fixing of the slat.

Smartslat gives a lifetime of maintenance free, fences, gates, sunshade, decorative garden features, fixed louvre panels & much more. With the smartslat system you can fill in the sides of carports, pergolas or any screening projects that you may require.

Smartslat is an outstanding product that has eliminated many of the disadvantages of other metal slatting:

• visible fasteners and brackets 
• channel frames which trap dirt & water
• unsightly welding
• heavy, unwieldly panels.
• SmartSlat lighter weight panels only require 50mm SHS posts as opposed to more expensive 75mm SHS posts that traditional steel slats require.
• Cheaper cost
• DIY friendly
• because it's steel it is not as susceptible to denting and impacts like aluminium slats

Smartslat has also overcome the ongoing maintenance problems of timber by the benefits of top quality prepainted steel.

Features & Benefits

1.     Concealed Fasteners - the back section of the Smartslat slat is tek screwed or riveted direct to your post, then the front cover is clipped over the base, thus concealing the fasteners.

2.     Ease of Installation - Smartslat slats are supplied as a "flat pack" for easy transport & cartage, allowing for onsite assembly.

3.     Three Sizes Available - 40mm, 55mm & 80mm slats are available which provides ease of design for different applications.

4.     Available in the Standard length of 3m Length, with custom lengths available to order at no extra cost - this saves time as the slats can be cut to size, with a neat shear edge and no wastage.

5.     Low Maintenance - smartslat do not require painting as they are made from pre-painted steel and easily cleaned.