In the past century, woven wire mesh has transformed from a basic manufacturing staple to a versatile material with endless creative applications. For example, decorative mesh is being used in innovative furniture, sculptures that complement gardens as well as home interiors, window screens that keep insects at bay, and in fireplaces, and cabinetry.
Choosing the Best Mesh for Your Project
Decorative metal mesh has a lot to offer. It can last for years without rusting, especially if it's galvanized or “plated.”Depending on the metal type, the maintenance needed to keep mesh looking bright is minimal compared to other materials. Plus, woven wire mesh is flexible and is often easy to shape and cut for any range of uses.
Wire mesh types range by material, finish, and weave, meaning there are infinite combinations to meet the needs of myriad projects. Options include:
- Antique bronze finish (economical and lustrous brownish red)
- Antique brass finish (economical and lustrous brownish yellow)
- Flat-wire for cabinets, entertainment centers, and various home features
- Diagonal for garden trellises, home decor, and other applications
- Pure brass, pure bronze, and stainless for high-end and outdoor work
TWP Inc. offers free freight on most panels and a money-back guarantee. Our laser cutting services allow us to create custom sizes accurately, efficiently, and economically.
Wire Mesh Interior Design Applications
Wire mesh can be used in any interior space, including living rooms, kitchens, and bedrooms. The material is available in so many varieties, no look is unattainable.
In the home, woven wire mesh has a number of advantages:
- Mesh is a great choice for use as a window treatment or room divider. It allows light to pass through to make a space feel more open, but certain weave types can still ensure privacy.
- The material diffuses and reflects light without being flammable, which is ideal for lamp and candle sconces. For lighting fixtures, 100 and 150 mesh bronze are favorites.
- Mesh can be used in furniture designs as well as home decor and provide an attractive accent to cabinet doors, shelving, chairs, coffee tables, fireplaces, and lighting fixtures.
Get information about which meshes do well in specific projects around the house.
Decorative Wire Mesh is a Must in the Garden
Some gardeners use chicken wire to protect seedlings or to keep chickens close to home. However, that's just the beginning of how woven wire mesh can be used in the garden. Here are a few other ideas:
- Properly installed pest control mesh keeps crops safe from unwanted critters like gophers and deer, without the use of harmful chemicals.
- Hardwearing wire planters and towers can house a wide variety of plants, including flowers, peas, and tomatoes.
- Wire mesh privacy screens can be used as patio partitions, allowing light in while still maintaining privacy.
The type of mesh to use is dependant upon the project. For example, 2 and 4 mesh are helpful for sifting soils and compost, while copper 16 mesh can be invaluable in controlling the direction where your crop's roots are growing.
Decorative Metal Mesh Used by Home Builders & DIYers
Decorative wire mesh enhances custom homes and commercial buildings inside and outside. It can even be a key structural component in slab-on-grade foundations and walls. Woven wire mesh can also be used in a variety of unexpected ways, such as:
No matter how you plan to use wire mesh for your DIY projects, we're here to help. TWP Inc. supplies wire mesh worldwide. Our ISO 9001:2015 certified company has been the go-to choice for high-quality mesh products and expert laser cutting services. Request a quote today.
