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Here at Mesh Direct, we have high-quality and versatile chicken wire for you to browse. Whether for work, home, or agricultural purposes, our chicken wire mesh has got you covered. Our high-quality chicken wire, available in galvanized, stainless steel, and green-coated chicken wire fencing, offers an unbeatable solution for all your poultry and garden protection requirements.
Not sure which hole size? Contact us here to ask our team
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31mm hexagonal hole.
Galvanized finish for protection against rust.
Various roll heights available.
25mm hexagonal hole.
Galvanized finish for protection against rust.
Various roll heights available.
13mm hexagonal hole.
Galvanized finish for protection against rust.
Various roll heights available.
50mm hexagonal hole.
Galvanized finish for protection against rust.
Various roll heights available.
Green PVC coated wire netting (hexagonal hole), galvanized core wire.
Available in 50mm, 25mm and 13mm hole sizes.
Stainless steel wire netting for highest rust resistance, available in 25mm hole.
Looking for a roll of chicken wire mesh? We've got plenty of versatile options, including galvanized, green plastic-coated, and stainless-steel chicken wire for various applications. Our chicken wire netting is made using hot-dipped galvanized wire for rust resistance and durability.
Our 50m chicken wire rolls are ideal for larger projects, ensuring you have enough to complete your tasks, but we have 25m rolls available too. Select between 13mm, 25mm, 31mm, and 50mm holes with various roll heights to choose from.
Wire gauges explained:
The wire gauge (or "g") refers to the thickness of the wire. Although it is counter-intuitive, the lower the wire gauge number the thicker the wire is. For example, a 19g wire is thicker than a 20g wire. Therefore, if you require a heavier chicken wire netting you should select the lowest wire gauge (or "g") available. You can find out more in our wire gauges guide.
We offer chicken wire mesh in the following hole sizes:
- 25mm hole: Used for chicken enclosures and general fencing.
- 31mm hole: Used for rabbit protection. Check out our rabbit netting.
- 13mm hole: Often used for fruit cages and bird protection.
We have supplied galvanized wire mesh and other types of wire netting to the public since the 1950s, so we have a wealth of experience to share. As a result of our years of experience, we source our mesh from high-quality and reliable manufacturers. Our highly knowledgeable team can advise you on the best way to solve your problem, so why not get in touch?
Shop chicken wire for sale at Mesh Direct and get free delivery on orders over £60 to mainland England and Wales.
| What do you need? | Solution: |
| Chicken Run / Chicken Pen | 25mm Hole Chicken Wire is a good choice for keeping chickens in, however please bear in mind that Chicken Wire Netting is not a Fox Proof product. |
| Cheapest Fencing | Chicken Wire is the cheapest wire mesh option per metre, which makes it a budget friendly fencing choice. |
| Boundary Fencing | If you are looking for a lightweight and flexible fencing to cover gaps in an existing hedge, then Chicken Wire Netting is ideal and it can be moulded to the shape of your hedge. |
| Keep Foxes Out | Fox Proofing requires a stronger Weld Mesh to prevent them from chewing through the fencing. We recommend our 50mm x 50mm 14 gauge Weld Mesh for keeping out foxes. |
| Fruit Cage | Traditionally, 13mm Hole Wire Netting is used for fruit cages, as this has a small enough hole to keep out wild birds. Alternatively, if you are looking for a more rigid option then our 13mm Hole Lightweight Weld Mesh is a good option. To also keep out squirrels, we would recommend our 13mm x 13mm Hole 16 Gauge Weld Mesh which has a thicker wire and is much more rigid. |
| Bird Proofing | 13mm Chicken Wire Netting is ideal for keeping out wild birds. If you are looking for a stronger option, our 13mm Hole Weld Mesh is also widely used for bird proofing and louvres. We also offer a Plastic Bird Netting option in larger rolls. |
| Rabbit Proofing | To keep rabbits out you will need a Rabbit Wire Netting with a 31mm hole and at least a 19 gauge wire (1mm thick wire) to prevent them from chewing through. |
| Rust Resistance | Our Chicken Wire is all galvanized to protect against rusting, which makes it suitable for use outdoors. For the ultimate corrosion resistance we also offer a Stainless Steel Wire Netting. |
| Best For: | Bird Proofing | Fruit Cages | Rabbit Proofing | Garden Boundary | Anti-slip Walkway |
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| 25mm Hole Chicken Wire | √ Large Birds e.g. pigeons | χ | χ | √ | √ |
| 13mm Hole Chicken Wire | √ All Wild Birds | √ | χ | √ | √ |
| Green PVC coated Chicken Wire | χ | χ | χ | √ | χ |
| Stainless Steel Chicken Wire | χ | χ | χ | √ | √ Most Popular |
| Chicken Wire Frequently Asked Questions |
| What is the difference between chicken wire and poultry netting? |
| Chicken wire and poultry netting usually refer to the same type of mesh and can be used interchangeably. They are both a woven light-weight wire mesh with hexagonal shaped holes. |
| Can chickens walk on wire mesh? |
| Chickens can walk on wire mesh flooring, but you can cover it with hardware cloth, wood chippings, or hay for added comfort. |
| Will chicken wire keep foxes out? |
| Whilst chicken wire will keep your chickens in, it is not strong enough to prevent foxes from chewing through. We recommend using a welded wire mesh with 50mm x 50mm holes and 14 gauge wire for the most effective protection from foxes. It’s also important to bury your mesh or install a mesh skirt around the perimeter to prevent predators from digging underneath your enclosure. Chicken wire can be used for the mesh skirt. |
| How deep should chicken wire be buried? |
| If you are trying to keep out predators, then we would recommend using a 50mm x 50mm hole 14 gauge weld mesh instead of chicken wire. The mesh should be buried at least 30cm (12 inches) into the ground around the perimeter of the coop to deter burrowing. Alternatively, you can lay chicken wire flat on the ground around the coop, creating a ‘skirt’ as a digging deterrent, that you can secure with heavy-duty ground pegs. |
| Is chicken wire only used for chickens? |
| No, chicken wire netting is an excellent choice for lightweight fencing around your garden. 13mm hole chicken wire netting is also ideal for fruit cages and for bird protection. Due to the flexible nature of chicken wire, it is a great option for covering gaps at the bottom of a hedge, as the netting can mould to the irrelgular shape of the hedge. |
| How to cut chicken wire |
| Chicken wire can be cut with snipping tools such as aviation cutters or diagonal wire cutters. |
| How to attach chicken wire to wood |
| Chicken wire can be attached to wood using a fixing tool such as a staple tacker, or fence fittings such as hammer-in staples. |
| How to attach chicken wire to a brick wall |
| To attach chicken wire to a brick or concrete wall, you will need to use wall screws and washers. This involves drilling pilot holes, inserting wall plugs, and then securing the mesh in place using the screws and washers. |
