What is a Splay Panel?
A splay panel is an angled hoarding panel used to change the direction of a hoarding run. Instead of a sharp 90° corner, splay panels create a smooth angular transition between two hoarding faces — improving both aesthetics and pedestrian flow around the hoarding perimeter.
Skin Overhang Detail
The defining feature of a splay panel is the skin overhang. The 9mm MDF or Plywood skin extends beyond the edge of the timber frame, overlapping onto the adjacent face panel. This overhang creates a flush, seamless corner finish with no visible gaps or exposed timber at the junction.
- Skin extends beyond frame edge to cover the panel junction
- Creates a clean, professional corner appearance
- Overhang is fixed through the skin into the adjacent panel's stud
Fixing Method
| Detail | Specification |
|---|---|
| Splay-to-Panel Fix | Through skin into adjacent panel stud |
| Screw Type | 65mm 10G Chipboard Screws |
| Fixing Points | Top, Middle, Bottom |
Corner Brace Requirement
Where an offset upright cannot be installed at a splay panel junction (e.g., due to space constraints), a corner brace must be fitted to provide structural reinforcement. Corner braces are made from 70×35mm MGP10 timber and installed at the top and bottom of the junction — see Corner Brace Detail.
Construction Notes
- Splay panels use the same 70×35mm MGP10 frame as standard panels
- Skin material is 9mm MDF or Plywood — same as face panels
- Angle cut on the frame must be precise to ensure a tight fit at the junction
- Check alignment before fixing — splay panels are difficult to adjust once screwed