Choosing the Right Type of Chicken Wire for Your Needs

I. Introduction

A. Importance of chicken wire in coop security

Chicken coop wire mesh is commonly used metal fences for raising poultry such as chickens and ducks, so to protect your poultry, it is important to choose high-quality chicken coop fencing. High-quality chicken coop wire mesh is made of strong （Q195/Q235）iron wire with rust and corrosion resistance, allowing for long-term outdoor use. Most importantly, chicken coop wire mesh is highly flexible, reducing the risk of injury to chicks and ducklings, and are easy to install.

B. Different types of chicken wire

There are two common types of wire mesh for poultry rearing on the market: hexagonal hole shaped wire mesh and welded wire mesh. Hexagonal hole shaped wire mesh is made by weaving two strands of high quality （Q195/Q235）iron wire into a mesh with hexagonal openings.Welded wire mesh, is a construction metal fence known for its robust structure and uniform appearance. Constructed by welding intersecting low carbon steel wires at each point, the welded wire mesh forms a consistent rectangular or square pattern of apertures.

Do you know why the hexagonal hole shaped wire mesh is more popular?

II.Hexagonal chicken wire mesh specs and features

Specs

Material: low carbon steel q195/q235 iron wire

Weaving type: normal twist, reverse twist.

Surface treatment:Hot-dipped galvanized hexagonal wire mesh, Electro galvanized hexagonal wire mesh, PVC coated hexagonal wire mesh.

Features

Flexibility: The inherent flexibility of hexagonal wire mesh allows it to be easily adapted to various shapes and structures, making installation a breeze.

Strength: Available in a range of wire gauges, hexagonal wire mesh can offer significant tensile strength, providing a robust barrier for chicken coop fencing.

Corrosion Resistance: Made from raw materials like galvanized low carbon steel wire or PVC-coated low carbon steel wire, hexagonal wire mesh is highly resistant to rust and corrosion, ensuring a long-lasting enclosure.

Lightweight: Despite its strength, hexagonal wire mesh is relatively lightweight, which simplifies transportation and the installation process.

Easy to Work With: It unrolls and cuts easily, accommodating DIY projects and adjustments to fit different needs.

III.Factors to Consider When Selecting Chicken Wire

A. Budget Constraints

Hot-dip galvanized hexagonal chicken wire mesh have a zinc content of 35-200g/m², while electro-galvanized ones have a zinc content of 15-35g/m². Hot-dip galvanizing offers a thicker zinc layer, providing better rust and corrosion resistance, hence the higher price. The raw material for galvanized hexagonal chicken wire mesh is generally high-quality iron wire, whereas PVC hexagonal chicken wire mesh are made from galvanized iron wire. Hexagonal chicken wire mesh have a higher cost, resulting in a more expensive price. You can choose the appropriate hexagonal chicken wire mesh based on your budget.

B. Aesthetic Preferences

Galvanized chicken wire mesh is generally silver, while PVC chicken wire mesh comes in a variety of colors such as red, green, black, and white. Additionally, PVC chicken wire mesh can be customized in your preferred color. You can choose the appropriate colored chicken wire mesh based on your needs.

Another crucial factor is size. Only by purchasing chicken wire mesh of the appropriate size based on your needs can you ensure the safety of your poultry.

IV.Size chart

The wire diameter and the mesh opening size can affect the strength and purpose of the chicken wire mesh.The opening size of the mesh openings depends on the size of the poultry being raised. If the hexagonal wire mesh openings are too large, the poultry may escape.

Here is the size chart of the hexagonal chicken wire mesh: