Great American Spaces ShipLap Collection - 1x8x16ft with Matching Trim

Great American Spaces ShipLap delivers prefinished pine planks with self-spacing nickel-gap edges that save contractors hours on interior accent walls. Each 1x8x16ft board covers approximately 9.5 square feet at 9-10 pounds per plank, with actual width coverage of 7.5 inches. The built-in 1/8-inch nickel-gap edges eliminate spacers entirely — planks butt directly together for consistent reveals.

Self-Spacing Installation and Coverage

The nickel-gap profile does the spacing work automatically. Traditional shiplap requires shims or careful gapping to achieve consistent reveals. This product’s 1/8-inch built-in gap edges mean crews install faster with more uniform results. The 16-foot lengths reduce seams on Montana’s typical ranch-style homes, where long walls benefit from minimal joints.

Specification	Value
Nominal Size	1” × 8” × 16’
Actual Coverage Width	7.5”
Coverage per Board	~9.5 sq ft
Weight per 16ft Plank	9-10 lbs
Material	#3 Pine
Gap Profile	1/8” nickel-gap edges

#3 Pine grade means visible knots and natural character marks — exactly what buyers want in shiplap. The grade handles Montana’s dry indoor conditions without issue. Indoor-only rating matters in a state where humidity swings dramatically between seasons.

Matching trim comes in 1×4×12ft dimensions at approximately 6.41 pounds per piece. Touch-up kits for each color sell separately, letting contractors fix inevitable job site dings without refinishing entire walls.

Prefinished Colors and Trim System

Five prefinished colors arrive ready to install: Charcoal, Gray Sky, Cloud, Sand Dune, and Coffee Stout. The ground truth specs also list Woodland Brown as an available color option. Each color features a rough-hewn texture that enhances the rustic aesthetic while hiding minor surface imperfections.

The matching 1×4×12ft trim creates finished corners and transitions without color matching headaches. Professional contractors appreciate the cohesive look these matching trim boards provide for interior design projects. The trim features 11/16-inch true thickness with an embossed finish mimicking barn wood aesthetics.

Installation Requirements

Proper acclimation prevents callbacks. Great American Spaces requires 72 hours in the installation environment before installation. Start horizontal installation from the base, staggering joints for a natural appearance. Face-nail directly into studs — the nickel-gap edges hide fasteners better than traditional shiplap profiles.

Order 10% overage to account for cuts, waste, and pattern matching. Basic installation requires only a tape measure and miter saw with a wood blade. Standard finish nails between 1.25 and 1.5 inches work for the face-nailing application.

The product explicitly excludes outdoor or high-humidity environments — stick to interior applications only. Montana’s dramatic humidity swings between winter heating season and summer make this limitation particularly relevant. Bathrooms and laundry rooms need different products.

The prefinished convenience eliminates job site finishing, but it also means dings and scratches show immediately. Keep those touch-up kits handy. Typical lead time runs under two weeks for orders.

FAQ

What actual coverage do I get from each 1×8×16ft board? Each board provides approximately 9.5 square feet of coverage with 7.5 inches of actual width coverage after accounting for the nickel-gap profile.

Do I need spacers between boards? No spacers required. The 1/8-inch nickel-gap edges are built into the profile, creating automatic consistent spacing when boards butt together.

What trim options match the shiplap colors? Matching 1×4×12ft trim comes in all five prefinished colors (Charcoal, Gray Sky, Cloud, Sand Dune, Coffee Stout). Woodland Brown trim is also available according to manufacturer specs.

Can I use this product in a bathroom? No. Great American Spaces ShipLap is rated for indoor use only, explicitly excluding high-humidity environments.

How long should I acclimate the boards before installation? Allow 72 hours in the installation environment before starting work. This prevents expansion or contraction after installation.