Questions and Answers for Everbilt 24 in. x 12 in. 18 ga. Plain Expanded Metal Sheet

A:  You will need 28 of these to cover 672 inches.

A:  It is recommended to measure the area and use the listed measurements of the product to determine the required amount to cover the desired area.

A:  I take it you're talking "square inches"? I'm hoping you're just poking fun at us because this is simple math. The mesh is 12 x 24, so that's 288 square inches. YOU have to know the length and width of your opening and figure it out yourself!!

A:  The diamond pattern opening is roughly 7/8" X 5/16". So no, this is not a bug screen.

A:  Absolutely NOT.

A:  No, that's what the screen is for.

A:  The openings in this expanded metal sheet are .31 inches x .90 inches, not really small enough to keep out flying pests.

A:  I personally dont think so. I use it as an ember retainer for my fireplace

A:  This Expanded Metal Sheet is 18 gauge.

A:  Pretty thin. I think 16 or 18

A:  It's 14 gauge

A:  Way too thin to be used for cooking grate

A:  You will need to contact a local metal specialty business and get it specially cut. Home Depot does not sell it in that size.

A:  Well you can buy 2 of them and overlap them to get the size you want or get a metal stretcher.

A:  If the product you are needing is not available in-store or online, please reach out to the ProDesk at your local Home Depot to see if it can be special ordered on your behalf.

A:  The openings seem to be measured from top to bottom, the narrow side is 1/2”. The holes in this sheet metal measure 1” long by 1/2” wide, in a diamond shape. Hope that helps!

A:  The holes in this expanded metal sheet measure .31 inches x .90 inches. This is measured from both widest points of the diamond.

A:  After proper cleaning and prep, this expanded metal sheet can be used as a BBQ grate.

A:  While “officially” not cooking grade, it should be fine if you sufficiently burn the surface in before using. Remember that heating and cooling plain metal may make it very soft and prone to bending, so make sure that any cooking implements are supported.

A:  The expanded sheet metal design is flattened.

A:  Good to hear. Now what's your question?

A:  This expanded metal sheet is 18 gauge.

A:  If I remember correctly, its 10 GA.

A:  Hi, On the Home Depot Online page search for Plain Expanded Metal Sheet. It will offer you many options to search. If you can't find your exact size you can either call someone online, or at your local HD store. Customer service can help you find what you are looking for, or place a special order for you.

A:  If you need something larger than what is available in store you can check with the ProDesk at your local store to see if a special order can be placed.

A:  Not at the store. Local metal supply companies carry larger pieces and can cut it to size for you.

A:  #9 x 3/4 means. #9 is the thickness of the metal that is 1/8 of an inch. 3/4 means the diamond shape of the metal from the top to the bottom of the diamond shape.

A:  No it's not #9, it's much thinner than that. I think 16 or 18