Copper Washed

Copper washed mesh is a welded wire mesh panel: straight steel wires laid in a grid and resistance welded at every intersection, then finished with a thin layer of copper. The copper gives the mesh an attractive color and a finished look, which is why it is popular for interior projects and visible fabrications.

The category has 20 combinations of mesh opening and wire thickness:

• 1" x 1": 12 GA, 10 GA and 8 GA
• 1-1/2" x 1-1/2": 10 GA
• 2" x 1": 12 GA, 10 GA and 8 GA
• 2" x 2": 12 GA, 8 GA and 6 GA
• 3" x 1/2": 12 GA, 10 GA and 8 GA
• 3" x 1": 12 GA and 10 GA
• 3" x 3": 10 GA, 8 GA and 6 GA
• 4" x 1": 12 GA
• 4" x 4": 10 GA

The gauges convert as follows: 12 GA (0.106"), 10 GA (0.134"), 8 GA (0.157") and 6 GA (0.197").

1. Decide what must not pass through: small items, hands or animals need a small opening such as 1" x 1" or 3" x 1/2".
2. Decide how open the panel should look: large openings such as 3" x 3" keep the view clear and use less steel.
3. Choose the wire: 12 GA for light shelving and displays, 10 GA for general cages and guards, 8 GA or 6 GA for heavy use.
4. Check the panel size you need and whether you need it cut to size.

• Shelving, racking and storage partitions.
• Point-of-sale displays and shop fittings.
• Interior partitions, cages and lockers.
• Decorative panels and DIY projects indoors.
• Machinery guards inside a building.

Both finishes are the same type of welded panel. Choose copper washed when the panel is indoors and its look matters. Choose our Hot Dip Galvanized mesh when the panel will stand outside or in a humid place, because its zinc coating protects the steel against corrosion.

Welded mesh panels are made in five stock sizes: 4' x 8', 6' x 12', 6' x 3', 6' x 4' and 7' x 12'. Other dimensions can be made to order on request.

Cut just beyond a cross wire with bolt cutters for 12 GA and 10 GA wire, or an angle grinder for 8 GA and 6 GA. File the cut ends smooth, then fix the panel with clips, screws and washers, or weld it into a frame.

Fenceweb delivers to every US state and to Canada. A size without a price on its product page is sold on request. For project quantities, ask us for a quote.