Chicken Wire Mesh
Cost effective, high quality chicken wire mesh.
Use for small animal enclosures, chicken coops, fruit cages, general gardening & DIY applications.
Choose from ECONOMY, STANDARD or SUPER grades to suit all budgets and needs. Learn more here.
Key info:
- Hexagonal mesh in range of sizes
- Galvanised steel – rust protection
- Delivered as a roll
- Lightweight, easy to unravel
- Easy to cut & shape
Related: PVC Chicken Wire, All Wire Mesh & Netting
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Product Information: Chicken Wire Mesh
Grading
| Type | Galvanisation Method | Properties |
| ECONOMY | Mesh is manufactured from pre-galvanised wires which have been immersed in molten zinc for shorter length of time. | Thinner coat. Lower abrasion & corrosion resistance. Smooth finish. Uncoated at cut sections. |
| STANDARD | Fully fabricated mesh is manufactured, then hot dip galvanised. | Thicker coating, higher strength, very high abrasion and corrosion resistance. Continual coating in all areas. |
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SUPER
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Uses double galvanised method: pre-galvanised wires assembled, then hot dipped again in much thicker layer of zinc. | Best quality for professional use. Increased abrasion & corrosion resistance to withstand harsh conditions incl. beneath soil. Long life. |
Size & Applications
| Mesh Size | Available In: | Use For: |
| 13mm x 13mm | Economy & Standard | Fruit cages / Bird protection / Keeping out squirrels and larger rodents |
| 25mm x 25mm | Economy & Standard | Chicken runs / Bird proofing / Fencing / Plastering / Floor screeding |
| 31mm x 31mm | Economy / Standard / Super | Rabbit protection |
| 50mm x 50mm | Economy / Standard / Super | Chicken coops / Poultry enclosures / General purpose / Fencing |
Properties
| Property | Description |
| Material & Construction | Galvanised steel, hexagonal fencing mesh. Hot dipped in protective zinc coating |
| Appearance | Hexagonal apertures. Metallic grey, silver look |
| Handling | Lightweight & malleable. Easy to cut & shape |
| Biodegradable | No |
| Protecting exposed steel | Rust may occur where new cuts are made if untreated steel is exposed. Protect with galvanised spray or paint |
| Not suitable for… |
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Installation Instructions
| Attach to: | How to: |
| Wood/ Wooden Posts (Staples) |
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| Metal/ Metal Posts |
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| Soil
(Pegs) |
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| Wire Fence |
Gauges Explained
The diameter or thickness of the wire is referred to as the gauge (g.). The lower the gauge the thicker the wire.
Our chicken wire is available in:
- 18g. = 1.2mm dia.
- 19g. = 1mm dia.
- 20g. = 0.9mm dia.
- 22g. = 0.7mm dia.
FAQs
Can I use galvanised chicken mesh to protect my flowerbeds from digging animals and defecating cats?
Yes. We’d recommend the Super HDG option. Either attach it to posts and surround the flowerbed, or lie the netting flat on the soil and cover with dirt. Once detected by the animal it will likely stop digging.
How do I attach the mesh to my coop?
- Unravel the netting and use a pair of pliers/cutters to create the desired length.
- Wearing protective gloves, fold about an inch of the netting over at each end to avoid sharp edges that may harm your birds.
- Use a staple gun to attach the netting to posts, or to the outside of your coop.