A252 Mesh

A252 mesh uses 8mm steel wires welded into a 200mm square grid, providing a nominal steel area of 252mm² per metre in both directions. It is used where the A252 grade is identified in the project specification.

South Steel stocks A252 mesh for domestic, self-build and trade projects, with online ordering once the grade has been confirmed.

Why A252 Is a Square Mesh Grade

A252 belongs to the A-series of square reinforcement meshes, meaning the wire size and spacing are matched in both directions. With 8mm wires at 200mm centres, it provides the same nominal steel area each way.

This balanced layout separates A252 from rectangular mesh grades, where reinforcement differs between directions. If A252 is listed in the project documents, use that grade reference when ordering rather than selecting mesh by appearance alone.

Where A252 Mesh May Be Specified

A252 mesh may be used in reinforced concrete slabs, floors, walls and other structural elements where equal reinforcement is required in both directions.

The appropriate grade should come from the structural design. Details such as positioning, laps and concrete cover should follow the engineer’s drawings or reinforcement schedule.

A252 Mesh Product Details

Key details are:

• 8mm main wires
• 8mm cross wires
• 200mm spacing in both directions
• 252mm² nominal steel area per metre each way

The “252” identifies the nominal steel area provided per metre in each direction. Use the A252 grade shown in the project documents to confirm you are ordering the correct mesh specification.

Adding A252 Mesh to a Reinforcement Order

Where A252 is specified, customers can order the mesh directly through the South Steel website.

For projects involving several reinforcement items, A252 can also be quoted alongside rebar, cut and bent reinforcement or mesh grades using the drawings or reinforcement schedule supplied.

If more than one mesh specification is needed, browse the reinforcing mesh range for alternative grades and formats.

Wider Steel Supply From South Steel

South Steel also supplies rebar, cut and bent reinforcement and accessories through its reinforcement steel range. Beams, columns, channels, angles and hollow sections are available through the structural steel range.

As a UK online steel supplier, South Steel supports product orders and larger drawing-based requirements. For product questions or quotation support, contact the South Steel team.