A142 Steel Mesh 2.4 x 1.2m

A142 Steel Mesh 2.4 x 1.2m is the UK’s most widely used concrete reinforcement mesh, supplied by one of Britain’s leading groundwork specialists. Manufactured to BS4483:2005 with full CARES certification, this merchant-size sheet is the go-to choice for trade contractors, self-builders, and DIY customers needing reliable, lightweight steel reinforcement for light-duty concrete applications.

Key Features and Specifications

• Sheet dimensions: 2,400mm × 1,200mm (2.4 x 1.2m)
• Wire diameter: 6mm main wires and 6mm cross wires
• Mesh aperture: 200mm × 200mm square grid
• Weight: 2.22 kg/m²
• Steel grade: High-tensile, cold-reduced ribbed wire (Type 2 bond profile)
• Manufacture standard: BS4483:2005 (fabric reinforcement for concrete)
• Wire standard: BS4482-compliant, manufactured from 98% recycled steel
• Certification: CARES approved
• Wire intersections: Resistance-welded using electronically controlled techniques
• Sheet coverage: Approx. 2.88 m² per sheet
• Suitable concrete thickness: 100–150mm slabs

Applications

• Concrete driveways and pathway slabs
• Garage bases and shed bases
• Patio and garden room foundations
• Home office and outbuilding floor slabs
• Lightweight ground-bearing floor slabs
• Concrete walls and ground beams (light duty)
• DIY and self-build domestic concreting projects

Why Choose This Product

The A142 Steel Mesh 2.4 x 1.2m from Lemon Groundwork Solutions is the merchant-size format of the UK’s most popular reinforcement fabric — compact enough for easy transport in a van or on a small site, yet fully compliant for structural use. The 6mm ribbed wire profile improves concrete bond, while the welded grid prevents cracking caused by thermal expansion and contraction. Lemon Groundwork Solutions holds CARES approval across its entire reinforcement range and maintains stock levels in excess of 3,000 tonnes nationally, ensuring consistent availability for both single-sheet and trade-quantity orders.

Delivery in and Around London

Lemon Groundwork Solutions delivers A142 reinforcement mesh to London boroughs including Croydon, Lewisham, Southwark, Camden, and Hackney, as well as Greater London areas such as Enfield, Bexley, Redbridge, and Barnet. Deliveries also extend to the surrounding counties of Kent, Essex, Surrey, and Hertfordshire. Trade quantities are welcome, and mesh accessories — including wire spacers, bar spacers, and tying wire — can be delivered to site alongside your reinforcement order. Contact the Lemon team on 01268 571571 to discuss your project requirements.