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Both commonly stocked items and custom manufactured specifications of wire mesh are often used in a wide array of decorative applications, including but not limited to: signage, cabinetry, automotive grills, radiator covers, lighting fixtures and room dividers.

Using mesh for decorative purposes - no matter the specific use - is subjective and largely dependent upon the user's preference and vision. We encourage individuals to spend time searching our website to gain a larger understanding of the wire mesh world. We also recommend visiting other design-related websites to find inspiration and explore the endless possibilities of using mesh in decorative applications.

Of course, material selection is very important - it is important to know what specific material or alloy will work best for a unique application. Secondly, determining the mesh, or opening size, is also critical.

Featured here, please find some of the more versatile and commonly requested wire mesh specifications used in a wide range of decorative applications. As a general guideline, stainless steel meshes are popular for automotive grills. Copper, brass and bronze are popular for cabinetry. Plain steel, stainless steel and copper are popular for radiators covers and similar applications. Signage, light fixtures, room dividers and other similar uses tend to employ almost all mesh options.

Darby also routinely provides custom manufactured wire mesh for special decorative applications. Please contact us with any of your requirements, as the items featured below are by no mean exhaustive.
T-304 Stainless Steel Decorative Applications
Unit of Measure
Items 4 x 4 Inch (in) Opening Size to 1 x 1 Inch (in) Stainless Steel Welded Wire Mesh (1304.148WD)
1304.120WD
T-304 Stainless Steel Wire Mesh - 1" x 1" Mesh, 0.120" Diameter Wire
4 x 4 Inch (in) Opening Size to 3/4 x 3/4 Inch (in) T-304 Stainless Steel Wire Mesh (1-1/2"304.162IN)
1-1/2"304.120IN
T-304 Stainless Steel Wire Mesh - 1-1/2" x 1-1/2" Mesh, 0.120" Diameter Wire
4 x 4 Inch (in) Opening Size to 3/4 x 3/4 Inch (in) T-304 Stainless Steel Wire Mesh (1304.135IN)
1304.120IN
T-304 Stainless Steel Wire Mesh - 1" Mesh, 0.120" Diameter Wire
2 x 2 to 4 x 4 - T-304 Stainless Steel Wire Mesh (2304.080IN)
2304.063IN
T-304 Stainless Steel Wire Mesh - 2 x 2 Mesh, 0.063" Diameter Wire
2 x 2 to 4 x 4 - T-304 Stainless Steel Wire Mesh (2304.080PL)
3304.080PL
T-304 Stainless Steel Wire Mesh - 3 x 3 Mesh, 0.080" Diameter Wire
Material N/A Stainless Steel N/A N/A N/A N/A
Mesh N/A N/A N/A N/A 2 N/A 3
Wire Diameter N/A 0.120 in N/A 0.120 in N/A 0.120 in N/A 0.063 in N/A 0.080 in
Width of Opening N/A 0.880 in N/A 1.380 in N/A 0.880 in N/A 0.437 in N/A 0.253 in
Weave/Crimp Type N/A
% of Open Area N/A 77.44 % N/A 84.64 % N/A 77.44 % N/A 76.39 % N/A 57.76 %
Weight N/A 0.951 lb/ft² N/A 0.632 lb/ft² N/A 0.951 lb/ft² N/A 0.525 lb/ft² N/A 1.295 lb/ft²
Alloy N/A N/A T-304 Stainless Steel N/A T-304 Stainless Steel N/A T-304 Stainless Steel N/A T-304 Stainless Steel
Construction Type N/A Welded N/A Intercrimp/Lock N/A Intercrimp/Lock N/A Intercrimp/Lock N/A Plain
Maximum Carbon (C) N/A N/A 0.08 % N/A 0.08 % N/A 0.08 % N/A 0.08 %
Maximum Manganese (Mn) N/A N/A 2.0 % N/A 2.0 % N/A 2.0 % N/A 2.0 %
Maximum Phosphorus (P) N/A N/A 0.045 % N/A 0.045 % N/A 0.045 % N/A 0.045 %
Maximum Sulphur (S) N/A N/A 0.03 % N/A 0.03 % N/A 0.03 % N/A 0.03 %
Maximum Silicon (Si) N/A N/A 1.00 % N/A 1.00 % N/A 1.00 % N/A 1.00 %
Chromium (Cr) N/A N/A 18.00 to 20.00 % N/A 18.00 to 20.00 % N/A 18.00 to 20.00 % N/A 18.00 to 20.00 %
Nickel (N) N/A N/A 8.00 to 10.50 % N/A 8.00 to 10.50 % N/A 8.00 to 10.50 % N/A 8.00 to 10.50 %
Iron (Fe) N/A N/A Balance N/A Balance N/A Balance N/A Balance
Maximum Nitrogen (N)1 N/A N/A 0.10 % N/A 0.10 % N/A 0.10 % N/A 0.10 %
Additional Information N/A

Welded wire mesh specifications are commonly used in a wide array of industrial and non-industrial applications, including animal caging, critter and varmint control, agricultural use, air vents, basket fabrication, food applications, aviary and bird screen, industrial separation fan and machine guards, security retention, basket fabrication, industrial separation and soffit screens.

Residential do-it-yourselfers gravitate towards these specific items because they offer tremendous value and versatility for projects around the home. In most normal environments, stainless steel will have a longer life cycle than a comparable galvanized mesh.

It is important to distinguish between T-304 stainless steel and T-316 stainless steel. T-304 stainless steel is more popular and more widespread in it use, while T-316 stainless steel is generally reserved for marine environments as it offers a higher resistance to corrosion.

The items listed on this website represent many of the most requested specifications of stainless steel welded wire mesh. These items are available from stock or can be custom manufactured. Should you not see your preferred specification, please contact us to discuss your requirements.

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Often referred to 18-8 due to its Chromium-Nickel chemical composition, T-304 stainless steel is available in both woven and welded constructions – both from stock and through custom manufacturing.

The items listed on this website represent many of the most requested specifications of T-304 stainless steel wire mesh. These items are available from stock or can be custom manufactured. Should you not see your preferred specification, please contact us to discuss your requirements.

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Often referred to 18-8 due to its Chromium-Nickel chemical composition, T-304 stainless steel is available in both woven and welded constructions – both from stock and through custom manufacturing.

The items listed on this website represent many of the most requested specifications of T-304 stainless steel wire mesh. These items are available from stock or can be custom manufactured. Should you not see your preferred specification, please contact us to discuss your requirements.

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Often referred to 18-8 due to its Chromium-Nickel chemical composition, T-304 stainless steel is available in both woven and welded constructions – both from stock and through custom manufacturing.

The items listed on this website represent many of the most requested specifications of T-304 stainless steel wire mesh. These items are available from stock or can be custom manufactured. Should you not see your preferred specification, please contact us to discuss your requirements.

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Often referred to 18-8 due to its Chromium-Nickel chemical composition, T-304 stainless steel is available in both woven and welded constructions – both from stock and through custom manufacturing.

The items listed on this website represent many of the most requested specifications of T-304 stainless steel wire mesh. These items are available from stock or can be custom manufactured. Should you not see your preferred specification, please contact us to discuss your requirements.

Popular Industries and Applications N/A Like virtually all wire mesh and wire cloth, stainless steel welded wire mesh lends itself for use in architectural, agricultural, commercial and industrial applications. Here are a handful of popular uses for T-304 stainless steel and T-316 stainless steel welded wire mesh:
  • Infill panel & railing systems
  • Industrial fan & machine guards
  • Security enclosures
  • Animal retention (cages)
  • Small critter control
  • Decorative signage
  • Room dividers
  • Wall cladding
  • Ceiling panels
  • Air vents & soffit screens
  • Basket fabrication
  • Food applications
  • Racking & storage
  • Aviary & bird screen
  • Industrial separation
N/A Some of the more popular applications and industries that use T-304 stainless steel are listed below:
  • General industrial use
  • Mining
  • Quarrying
  • Beer brewing
  • Water filtration
  • Particle separation
  • Automotive
  • Basket fabrication
  • Refinery & oil field
  • Aerospace
  • Food processing
  • Scientific & laboratory use
N/A Some of the more popular applications and industries that use T-304 stainless steel are listed below:
  • General industrial use
  • Mining
  • Quarrying
  • Beer brewing
  • Water filtration
  • Particle separation
  • Automotive
  • Basket fabrication
  • Refinery & oil field
  • Aerospace
  • Food processing
  • Scientific & laboratory use
N/A Some of the more popular applications and industries that use T-304 stainless steel are listed below:
  • General industrial use
  • Mining
  • Quarrying
  • Beer brewing
  • Water filtration
  • Particle separation
  • Automotive
  • Basket fabrication
  • Refinery & oil field
  • Aerospace
  • Food processing
  • Scientific & laboratory use
N/A Some of the more popular applications and industries that use T-304 stainless steel are listed below:
  • General industrial use
  • Mining
  • Quarrying
  • Beer brewing
  • Water filtration
  • Particle separation
  • Automotive
  • Basket fabrication
  • Refinery & oil field
  • Aerospace
  • Food processing
  • Scientific & laboratory use
  • 1 Other, If Applicable