Small Galvanised Welded Wire Mesh Sheets, 0.9m x 0.6m (3ft x 2ft), 19 Gauge, 25mm or 6mm Holes

These small welded wire mesh sheets are a practical size for garden, allotment and small enclosure jobs where a full-size panel would be more than you need. Each sheet measures 0.9m × 0.6m (3ft × 2ft) and is made from 19 gauge (1.0mm) galvanised steel wire, welded into a grid of square holes. Two hole sizes are available to buy: 25mm × 25mm and 6mm × 6mm. The 13mm × 13mm hole size is currently unavailable. They suit small animal keepers, gardeners and allotment holders.

Why it works

A welded grid in a manageable size

This is welded wire mesh: the steel wires are joined where they cross to form a fixed grid of square apertures. At 3ft × 2ft, a sheet is small enough to carry, measure and fit on your own and suits hutch fronts, cage panels and covers.

Galvanised steel for outdoor use

The wire is hot-dip galvanised. Galvanising coats the steel with a protective layer that helps it resist corrosion and rust, which is why this type of mesh is a common choice for gardens, allotments and construction sites.

Fine wire that is easy to cut

Wire gauge describes the thickness of the wire, and the larger the number, the thinner the wire. At 19 gauge, the wire is approximately 1mm thick, compared with approximately 4.5mm for 6 gauge. That makes the sheets easy to handle and simple to snip to size with ordinary wire cutters. Wear gloves when handling or cutting the mesh.

Know the limits: cut edges and coating at the welds

Any cut you make exposes bare steel, and that new metal may rust. Protect every cut end with galvanised spray or paint. Published information for this line is also not consistent on whether the galvanising is applied before or after welding. Where wire is galvanised before welding, the welding can remove a small amount of coating at the joints. Check the welds and touch up any bare spots. This is a light-gauge mesh; where a job needs stronger wire, a thicker gauge is the better choice.

Where it's used

The sheets are typically used for:

• Small animal hutches, pet cages and enclosures, from hamster cages up to wall panelling for chicken coops
• Aviaries and bird cages
• Pond covers and leaf protection
• Climbing plant support in gardens and on allotments
• Small mesh jobs on construction sites

Specifications

Choosing the right option

Both options share the same sheet size and the same 19 gauge wire, so the only choice is the hole size.

25mm × 25mm is the more open mesh. It lets more light and air through, so it is a sensible choice for climbing plant support, pond and leaf covers, and enclosure panels where the animals kept are too large to fit through a 25mm hole.

6mm × 6mm is the finer, closer mesh. Choose it where small animals must be kept in, or small pests kept out. As a rule of thumb, match the hole size to the smallest animal you need to contain or exclude, allowing for young animals. The 13mm × 13mm hole size is currently unavailable.

Installation, use & care

Measure the opening, then cut the sheet to size with wire cutters, wearing gloves throughout. Treat each cut end with galvanised spray or paint before fitting. On timber frames and posts, fix the mesh with galvanised U staple nails. Where two sheets meet, join them with wire panel clips or cable ties. For plant supports, fix the sheet to timber posts. Check cut edges and fixing points from time to time and touch up any rust.

FAQ

Can I cut the sheets to a smaller size?

Yes. The sheets are easy to handle and can be snipped to size. Wear gloves, and protect the cut ends with galvanised spray or paint, because exposed steel at a cut may rust.

How thick is 19 gauge wire?

19 gauge wire is approximately 1mm thick. A higher gauge number means thinner wire, so this is a light mesh.

Is the mesh suitable for outdoor use?

Yes. The wire is hot-dip galvanised to help it resist corrosion and rust, and the sheets are commonly used in gardens and on allotments. Cut ends and any bare spots at the welds should be treated with galvanised spray or paint.

Is the 13mm hole size available?

No. The 13mm × 13mm hole size is currently unavailable. You can order the 25mm × 25mm or 6mm × 6mm options.

Ordering & delivery

Sheets are priced per sheet as listed. A minimum order of 13 sheets applies, shown when you add to basket. We deliver to UK mainland addresses. The lead time is confirmed at checkout or on your order confirmation.