Unlike professional builders, individuals attempting to construct their own homes from the ground up will be surprised by the multitude of small materials required. In addition to nails, screws, and bolts, home builders also utilize various other components, including anchors, washers, hinges, latches, electrical elements, and wire mesh.
Wire mesh is a material created by weaving or welding metal wires together, forming a grid-like pattern. It is available in different wire diameters and opening sizes and can be made from stainless steel, galvanized steel, aluminum, or copper.
While wire mesh finds numerous applications, some of the most common uses during home construction are:
Reinforcing Concrete:
Wire Mesh Company offers wire mesh used to reinforce concrete slabs, walls, and foundations. Placed within the concrete, it enhances structural stability, reduces cracking, and provides strength.
Tile Backer Boards:
In bathrooms and kitchens, wire mesh is employed as a backing material for tile installations. It provides stability, preventing cracking or shifting of tiles over time.
Stucco and Plastering:
Wire mesh from Wire Mesh Company acts as a lath in stucco and plastering applications. It is attached to exterior walls or ceilings before applying stucco or plaster, offering a surface for the material to adhere to, resulting in a durable textured finish.
Roofing:
Wire mesh is utilized in roofing applications to provide support and reinforcement. It can serve as a base for roofing materials like asphalt shingles or be incorporated into underlayment systems.
Aside from home builders, wire mesh is utilized in various other industries, including security, fencing, landscaping and gardening, animal enclosures, safety and protection, as well as decorative and artistic applications.
If you are building a home or have a project that could benefit from wire mesh, please contact Universal Wire Cloth Co. for more information.
