Expanded Mesh Metal Lath For Plaster Walls

Expanded metal lathing is manufactured from pre galvanized.

Expanded mesh metal lath for plaster walls.

Expanded metal lathing is mainly produced as a key for plaster when applied on suspended ceilings and walls. Modern diamond mesh lath is sold in a variety of metals including galvanized stainless steel finished to astm 653 and in a remarkable range of pre formed shapes including. Yard wood solid plaster metal other metal wood or concrete metal 3 diamond mesh lath2 2 50 lbs. Part of the walls from the ceiling down to the tops of doors and windows has a cementitious grey sandy base directly over expanded metal lath with a plaster skim coat.

Expanded metal diamond mesh rib lath for plaster render finishes in building construction the expanded mesh can be easily formed into coils or strips to form the structure framework. The large number of openings provide for a better stucco bonding. Rib lath support spacing for metal lath adapted from astm c1063 table 3 types of lath nominal weight vertical spacing inches horizontal inches 1 per sq. Below that is about 3 4 of plaster over the older smaller sheet rock.

Specifications of expanded metal lath. It is also suitable for encasing steel columns and beams assisting in the protection from fire. 16 16 1616 16. Expanded rib lath with stiffening ribs.

Expanded metal lath creates durable bonding plaster. Use this 27 in. Actually i have practically every modern 1950 era plaster system in that kitchen. 316 16 1212 12 3 40 lbs.

This versatile metal lath can also be used over wood or steel framing and on flat or curved surfaces. It is manufactured from prime quality steel sheet which is slit and stretched to form large number of small diamond openings providing more plaster keys than any other lathing material. 3163 16 1616 16 flat rib lath 2 75 lbs. Expanded metal lath diamond mesh plaster lath formed from sheet metal cut into a diamond pattern pulled to an expanded shape.

Steel lath for both interior and exterior projects if you require an easily cut material that can conform to curved surfaces. The gibraltar metal lath features diamond mesh and can be used as a plaster base and reinforcement on most types of walls and ceilings.