WELDED Wire Meshes and Fences
What are welded wire meshes and fences?
- As the name implies, welded wire mesh fences are made from wires that have been welded into a mesh.
- In most cases, the same gauge of wire is used throughout the roll.
- Welded joints are rigid and have little flexibility.
- Many welded products with larger openings are used as fencing on ranches, farms, in parks and on construction sites.
- Mesh sizes can range from 1/2"x1/2" up to 6"x6".
- Meshes with smaller openings are usually made with lighter gauge wires.
- These are mostly used as screening.
- Some specifications of welded meshes are vinyl coated.
What can they be used for?
Welded fencing is ideal to use on flat terrain where little flexibility is necessary. Some examples of uses:
WOVEN Wire Meshes and Fences
What are woven wire meshes and fences?
- Fences made by weaving the wires into a mesh.
- Different gauge wires are sometimes used in the same roll.
- Woven joints are flexible yet very strong.
- There are a wide variety of mesh size openings available.
- Hexagonal netting (chicken wire), field and farm fence, deer and wildlife fence and ornamental fence are some examples.
What can they be used for?
Woven wire fences are ideal to use in situations where the ground is uneven. The inherent flexibility allows the fence to adjust more easily to grade changes. Some examples of uses:
Keep these differences in mind when you are planning to install a fence. Which type do you want to use? Or maybe you need expert advice on what products to use? Call us today for a free quote! 800-225-0508 or email sales@louispage.com.
