
Composite Wall Cladding Starter Strip
Cladco 3m composite wall cladding starter strips are specifically designed to ensure a level and secure installation for your Cladco Signature composite cladding boards. Begin your project by fixing the starter strip at the base of the wall, allowing you to install the first board accurately and with confidence.
About our composite wall cladding starter strip
Before using Cladco Signature composite cladding boards, you will need to make sure your project is level and that is where this wall cladding starter strip comes in use, ensuring boards are installed neatly onto a building’s exterior.
Designed using tough precision-made galvanised steel, each cladding starter strip has increased corrosion and wear resistance from the elements, to last over time.
Starter strip specifications
- Length: 3m
- Height: 50mm
- Depth: 10mm
- Weight (Approx.): 1.32kg
To begin the installation, fix the wall cladding starter strip to the bottom of each composite batten on your exterior wall, then slot the first cladding board into place.
Ensure there is a minimum 15mm gap between the ground and the starter strip to prevent the boards from touching the floor. The starter strip must also be completely level before installing any cladding boards.
For more composite cladding trims, such as our 3m aluminium perforated closure, why not browse more of our composite cladding products here.
If you need help with installation along the way, please follow our handy composite cladding installation guide.
Please note that Cladco starter strips are only compatible with Cladco composite cladding boards. Images are used for illustration purposes only, and the actual item may vary slightly from the image above.
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National Delivery | Orders under £1,000 | Est. 5 working days* Roofing items 7-10 working days* |
£192.00 |
Orders over £1,000 | Est. 5 working days* Roofing items 7-10 working days* |
£96.00 | ||
Orders over £1,500 | Est. 5 working days* Roofing items 7-10 working days* |
FREE | ||
Scotland Delivery | Postcodes: PA, PH, DD, AB, IV, & KW | Est. 15 working days* Roofing items 7-10 working days* |
£360.00 | |
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Millboard Delivery | Orders under £2,000 | Est. 5 working days* | £192.00 |
Orders over £2,000 | Est. 5 working days* | FREE | ||
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Parcelforce Standard | (Small Parcels) | 3-5 working days* | £8.50 |
Parcelforce Standard | (Large Parcels) | 3-5 working days* | £30.00 | |
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Sample Packs via Courier | 5 working days* | FREE |
*Please allow for public holidays and weekends (non-delivery days)
Some of our products are available for collection from our warehouses in Okehampton (Devon) and Andover (Hampshire) - This option will show at checkout, when available.
Standard collection lead time is 3-5 working days, this may vary depending on the product. If you would like to collect your order after 2 hours, please choose this option at checkout.
Please note that collections are only available from Monday-Friday, 08:00 - 17:00 & Saturday, 08:00 - 12:30 (Note: this IS the cut off time for collections, despite our closing time of 13:00)
Please Note The Following Prior To Collection:
Vehicles we can and cannot load
Cladco Profiles will only load flatbed lorries and flatbed trailers for insurance purposes. If the appropriate vehicle is not available, two people would be required for a collection.
Cladco Profiles will NOT load any vehicles with roof racks, horse boxes, cattle lorries or fixed-sided trailers. Cladco Profiles has the right to refuse loading a vehicle for any reason.
Before arranging a collection, please read our Customer Collection Notice below.

Our Okehampton HQ and Warehouses (Devon)

Our Andover Warehouses (Hampshire)








Customer Collection Notice
Please ensure you have pre-booked your collection slot before travelling to site.
When arriving to collect your order, please report to a member of our Warehouse Team who will register your arrival and locate your goods. Once ready, your items will be picked and brought to your vehicle loading area.
During busy periods, there may be a short wait while our yard team assist other customers or complete other loading tasks. We always do our best to work within your booked collection time.
We respectfully draw your attention to the following important points:
- Loading is ultimately the customer’s responsibility. While our team can assist with mechanical loading using forklifts, we cannot handball items into enclosed vehicles. Customers must ensure their vehicle is suitable and that goods are safely loaded and adequately secured before leaving the premises.
- Sharp sheeting, metal goods, and long/heavy items may pose additional handling risks. Please come prepared with high-quality protective gloves, and any appropriate protection materials to avoid damage to your vehicle or restraints (e.g. ropes or straps). The edges of roofing sheets and metal products can be extremely sharp, and care should be taken when handling.
- We strongly recommend that customers bring their own straps, ropes, or other securing materials, as we are unable to provide these at the point of collection.
- If you are unsure of your vehicle’s load capacity, we can advise the approximate weight of your order in advance. It is your responsibility to ensure your vehicle is suitable for transporting the goods safely and legally.
- Cladco will not be held liable for any damage to your vehicle or goods once they have been loaded and leave our premises. Loading assistance is provided entirely at the customer’s own risk.
Click & Collect – Pre-Booking Required
You are welcome to collect your order from either our Okehampton (Devon) or Andover (Hampshire) site. All collections must be pre-booked in advance so your items can be picked, packed and ready for you.
Please do not travel to site without a confirmed collection time, as we cannot guarantee your order will be available.
Once your items are ready, you will receive an email with a link to book your collection slot. Please note, same-day collections are not available and bookings must be made at least two hours in advance.
When you arrive, please bring your order confirmation and follow the signage to the collection area where a member of our team will assist you.