Expanded decorative metal mesh is manufactured through slitting and stretching whole metal sheets in one forming procedure. All metal strands stay fully connected without any welding at mesh apertures. It serves as building facade screens, ceiling panels, wall cladding, balcony decorative sheets, cabinet inserts and indoor room dividers. Aluminum grades are the top pick for ceiling and exterior facade panels thanks to low self-weight. Stainless steel options work for humid environments or projects requiring exposed metallic textures. Carbon steel substrates usually receive powder coating after cutting and bending fabrication. This decorative expanded metal can be delivered in raised, flattened, custom-cut or fully framed finished panels based on design demands.
Specifications
Material: 1060/3003/5052 aluminum, 304/316 stainless steel, carbon steel sheet, hot-dipped galvanized steel sheet
Mesh Form: Raised expanded metal mesh, flattened expanded metal mesh
Opening Shape: Diamond opening as standard; hexagonal or bespoke decorative patterns available with custom tooling
Sheet Thickness: 0.5mm, 0.8mm, 1.0mm, 1.5mm, 2.0mm, 2.5mm, 3.0mm
SWD (Short Way of Diamond): 10mm, 15mm, 22mm, 23mm, 25mm, 36mm, 50mm
LWD (Long Way of Diamond): 25mm, 40mm, 50mm, 60mm, 80mm, 100mm, 152.4mm
Strand Width: 1.0mm–5.0mm, matched to sheet thickness and diamond opening dimensions
Standard Blank Sizes: 1000×2000mm, 1220×2440mm, 1250×2500mm, 1500×3000mm
Custom Panel Size: Cut-to-size panels produced after construction drawing confirmation
Surface Finishes: Raw mill aluminum, anodized aluminum, powder coating, PVDF coating for exterior aluminum facades, brushed stainless steel, natural stainless steel finish, galvanized coating
Edge Processing: Raw sheared edge, folded hemmed edge, full welded frame, clamp frame, pre-drilled mounting holes per drawing
Fabrication Services: Cutting, leveling, flattening treatment, bending, rolling, frame welding, surface spraying & coating
Packing Method: Flat sheets and formed panels stacked on wooden pallets, wrapped with protective film and fitted with edge guards



Application
Exterior Facade Screens
Aluminum expanded metal panels are widely used as decorative exterior cladding. Frame structure, fixing accessories, coating grade and wind load bearing capacity must be fully verified before production.
Ceiling & Interior Wall Panels
Light-gauge raised or flattened expanded mesh fits suspended ceilings, corridor accent walls, reception backdrops and retail store interior decoration.
Balcony & Stair Railing Infill
Stainless steel or powder-coated carbon steel expanded mesh acts as balustrade inserts; matching frame assembly and fixing solutions need confirmation prior to processing.
Cabinet & Furniture Decorative Inserts
Fine lightweight expanded metal sheets are ideal for wine cabinet doors, retail display panels, ventilation grille covers and custom furniture decorative components.
Common Project Specifications
Aluminum Decorative Expanded Mesh | 1.5mm Sheet, SWD23×LWD60mm Diamond Opening
3003/5052 aluminum expanded mesh with 1.5mm thickness and 23×60mm diamond holes balances light weight and structural stability, suitable for exterior facade screens, suspended ceilings and full-height interior partitions, supplied in raised or flattened types with customizable anodizing or powder coating colors.
Specs
Material: 3003 / 5052 aluminum alloy
Sheet Thickness: 1.5mm
Opening Spec: SWD 23mm × LWD 60mm
Strand Width: Approx 2.6mm
Mesh Type: Raised or flattened expanded metal
Standard Blank Size: 1220×2440mm, 1500×3000mm
Surface Finish: Mill finish, anodized coating, powder coating
Note: Confirm mounting hardware structure and coating anti-weather grade for outdoor facade installation
Applications
Building facade cladding, suspended ceiling mesh, commercial interior partitions, decorative wall panels, shopping mall space decoration
Stainless Steel Decorative Expanded Mesh | 1.0mm Sheet, SWD15×LWD40mm Diamond Opening
1.0mm thick 304 stainless steel expanded mesh with 15×40mm diamond openings retains delicate metallic texture, designed for elevator interior cladding, custom cabinet doors, indoor accent walls and decorative ventilation screens; 316 stainless steel alternative available for coastal humid regions.
Specs
Material: Grade 304 stainless steel, 316 stainless steel on request for coastal projects
Sheet Thickness: 1.0mm
Opening Spec: SWD 15mm × LWD 40mm
Strand Width: Approx 1.7mm
Mesh Type: Raised or flattened expanded metal
Standard Panel Size: 1000×2000mm, 1220×2440mm
Surface Finish: Natural stainless steel, brushed metal finish
Edge Options: Raw cut edge, folded edge, fully framed finished panels
Applications
Custom wine cabinet doors, elevator interior decoration, indoor feature walls, lightweight room dividers, decorative ventilation grille panels
Powder Coated Carbon Steel Expanded Mesh | 2.0mm Sheet, SWD22×LWD60mm Diamond Opening
2.0mm heavy-gauge carbon steel expanded mesh with 22×60mm diamond openings features strong rigidity, finished with full powder coating after fabrication, perfect for stair balustrade infill, full-height space partitions and outdoor safety guard screens.
Specs
Material: Mild carbon steel sheet
Sheet Thickness: 2.0mm
Opening Spec: SWD 22mm × LWD 60mm
Strand Width: Approx 2.6mm
Mesh Type: Raised expanded metal
Standard Blank Size: 1220×2440mm, 1500×3000mm
Surface Finish: Full powder coating post fabrication
Note: Re-coat cut edges and welded frame joints if deployed outdoors to prevent rust
Applications
Stair railing infill panels, outdoor decorative partition screens, warehouse storage area dividers, perimeter guard panels, commercial architectural decoration
Fine Decorative Expanded Mesh | 0.5mm Sheet, SWD10×LWD25mm Diamond Opening
Ultra-thin 0.5mm expanded decorative mesh with compact 10×25mm diamond holes delivers delicate light screening effects, intended purely for interior decoration and ventilation shielding, not applicable for load-bearing structural purposes. Material options include aluminum, galvanized steel and 304 stainless steel.
Specs
Material: Aluminum alloy, galvanized steel sheet, 304 stainless steel
Sheet Thickness: 0.5mm
Opening Spec: SWD 10mm × LWD 25mm
Strand Width: Approx 1.1mm
Mesh Type: Raised or flattened expanded metal
Standard Blank Size: 1000×2000mm, 1220×2440mm
Surface Finish: Raw mill finish, galvanized coating, powder coating on demand
Applications
Custom cabinet decorative inserts, retail display rack panels, speaker grille covers, indoor ventilation screens, lightweight interior decorative sheets
Large-Opening Aluminum Expanded Mesh | 2.5mm Sheet, SWD50×LWD80mm Diamond Opening
2.5mm thick aluminum expanded mesh with wide 50×80mm diamond openings creates an airy open visual design while maintaining light panel weight, ideal for large-area exterior facade screens, balcony decorative panels and building sunshade systems, all panel dimensions customized against architectural drawings.
Specs
Material: 3003 / 5052 aluminum alloy
Sheet Thickness: 2.5mm
Opening Spec: SWD 50mm × LWD 80mm
Strand Width: Approx 4.5mm
Mesh Type: Raised expanded metal
Custom Panel Size: Produced fully per construction drawing requirements
Surface Finish: Powder coating, anodizing, PVDF anti-weather coating for exterior use
Note: Verify supporting frame structure and wind load bearing data before mass production for facade projects
Applications
Building exterior facade screens, balcony decorative cladding, architectural sunshade systems, large-area exterior wall decoration, spacious commercial interior divider screens

