{"title":"Steel Reinforcement","description":"\u003cp\u003eRackerman supplies \u003cstrong\u003esteel reinforcement\u003c\/strong\u003e for concrete work across the UK — both \u003cstrong\u003erebar\u003c\/strong\u003e (reinforcing bar) and welded \u003cstrong\u003ereinforcement mesh\u003c\/strong\u003e, bought online by the single length or sheet with no trade account and no minimum order. Whether you're pouring a shed base, a driveway, a raft foundation or a structural slab, you'll find the right reinforcing steel here, cut to size where you need it and delivered to your door.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch2\u003eSteel Rebar (Reinforcing Bar)\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eOur \u003cstrong\u003esteel rebar\u003c\/strong\u003e is hot-rolled ribbed reinforcing bar in grade \u003cstrong\u003eB500B to BS 4449\u003c\/strong\u003e, the standard specification for UK concrete reinforcement. Supplied in \u003cstrong\u003e10mm, 12mm, 16mm and 20mm\u003c\/strong\u003e diameters in \u003cstrong\u003e6-metre lengths\u003c\/strong\u003e, these \u003cstrong\u003erebar rods\u003c\/strong\u003e develop a strong mechanical bond with concrete thanks to their deformed (ribbed) surface. Smaller \u003cstrong\u003ereinforcing bar\u003c\/strong\u003e such as 10mm and 12mm is ideal for domestic footings, lintels and ground beams, while 16mm and 20mm \u003cstrong\u003esteel rebar\u003c\/strong\u003e suits heavier structural work, columns and retaining walls.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch2\u003eSteel Reinforcement Mesh (A142–A393 \u0026amp; D49)\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eFor slabs and bases, welded \u003cstrong\u003esteel reinforcement mesh\u003c\/strong\u003e spreads load and controls cracking far faster to lay than loose bar. Our \u003cstrong\u003econcrete reinforcement mesh\u003c\/strong\u003e is manufactured to \u003cstrong\u003eBS 4483\u003c\/strong\u003e and stocked in the common UK fabric specifications:\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ctable\u003e\n\u003cthead\u003e\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth\u003eMesh\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003cth\u003eWire dia.\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003cth\u003eWire spacing\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003cth\u003eArea\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003cth\u003eTypical use\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\u003c\/thead\u003e\n\u003ctbody\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eA142\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e6mm\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e200mm\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e142 mm²\/m\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eDomestic slabs, shed bases, paths, driveways\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eA252\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e8mm\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e200mm\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e252 mm²\/m\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eGarage \u0026amp; industrial floors, heavier slabs\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eA393\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e10mm\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e200mm\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e393 mm²\/m\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eStructural slabs, rafts, heavy-duty bases\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eD49\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e2.5mm\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e100mm\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e49 mm²\/m\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eScreeds, render and lightweight repairs\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003c\/tbody\u003e\n\u003c\/table\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eA142 mesh\u003c\/strong\u003e is the everyday choice for most domestic concreting; step up to \u003cstrong\u003eA252\u003c\/strong\u003e or \u003cstrong\u003eA393\u003c\/strong\u003e as loads increase. Sheets are available in the full \u003cstrong\u003e4.8m × 2.4m\u003c\/strong\u003e standard size and handy smaller cuts such as \u003cstrong\u003e3.6m × 2.0m\u003c\/strong\u003e and \u003cstrong\u003e2.4m × 1.2m\u003c\/strong\u003e, so you can order a single sheet of \u003cstrong\u003erebar mesh\u003c\/strong\u003e rather than a full bundle.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch2\u003eCut to Size\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eNeed it to fit? We cut \u003cstrong\u003erebar\u003c\/strong\u003e and \u003cstrong\u003ereinforcement mesh\u003c\/strong\u003e to your dimensions to reduce waste and make handling on site easier — just tell us the sizes at checkout or get in touch for a cutting quote.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch2\u003eDelivery \u0026amp; Offloading\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eReinforcing steel is heavy and, in the case of full mesh sheets and 6m bar, long — so orders are sent on a pallet or dedicated vehicle. Typical delivery is \u003cstrong\u003e3–5 working days\u003c\/strong\u003e. Please make sure someone is available to help offload larger or heavier items, as kerbside delivery does not include mechanical offload unless arranged in advance.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch2\u003eGrade \u0026amp; Standards\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eAll reinforcement is supplied to recognised British Standards — \u003cstrong\u003erebar to BS 4449 (B500B)\u003c\/strong\u003e and \u003cstrong\u003emesh fabric to BS 4483\u003c\/strong\u003e. Material and cutting are supplied for construction use; responsibility for structural design, bar schedules and cover remains with the customer or their engineer.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch2\u003eFrequently Asked Questions\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eWhat is rebar?\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003eRebar, or reinforcing bar, is ribbed steel bar cast into concrete to give it tensile strength. Ours is grade B500B to BS 4449 in 10–20mm diameters and 6m lengths.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eWhat is A142 mesh used for?\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003eA142 is the most common UK reinforcement mesh — 6mm wire on a 200mm grid (142 mm²\/m). It's used for domestic slabs, shed bases, paths and driveways.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eWhat's the difference between A142, A252 and A393 mesh?\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003eThey increase in strength: A142 (6mm wire), A252 (8mm) and A393 (10mm), all on a 200mm grid. Heavier loads need a higher spec — A252 for garage and industrial floors, A393 for structural slabs and rafts.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eWhat size rebar do I need for foundations?\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003eDomestic footings and ground beams commonly use 10mm or 12mm bar; structural work, columns and retaining walls typically use 16mm or 20mm. Always follow your engineer's design where one exists.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eCan you cut rebar and mesh to size?\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003eYes — we cut both reinforcing bar and mesh sheets to your dimensions to cut waste and ease handling. Add sizes at checkout or request a cutting quote.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eDo you sell single sheets of mesh?\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003eYes. You can order a single sheet of reinforcement mesh — no full bundles or packs required.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eHow is reinforcement steel delivered?\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003eOn a pallet or dedicated vehicle, usually within 3–5 working days. Larger sheets and 6m bar need help offloading, as standard kerbside delivery doesn't include mechanical offload.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eIs your reinforcement to British Standard?\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003eYes — rebar is B500B to BS 4449 and mesh fabric is to BS 4483.\u003c\/p\u003e","products":[{"product_id":"steel-reinforcement-mesh-sheets","title":"Steel Reinforcement Mesh Sheets – A142, A252, A393 \u0026 D49 Concrete Reinforcing Mesh, 4.8x2.4m \u0026 3.6x2.0m, Single Sheets Delivered UK","description":"\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eBuy a single sheet of steel reinforcement mesh, delivered to your door\u003c\/strong\u003e — no full packs, no bundles and no trade-counter collection. Our high-tensile welded \u003cstrong\u003econcrete reinforcement mesh\u003c\/strong\u003e — also called \u003cstrong\u003erebar mesh\u003c\/strong\u003e, reinforcing mesh or fabric mesh — is manufactured to BS 4483 in A142, A252, A393 and D49 designations and a choice of sheet sizes, ready for concrete slabs, foundations, paths, driveways, floor screeds and retaining walls. Order one sheet or a full stack and we deliver across mainland UK for a flat £15.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eReinforcement mesh sizes \u0026amp; designations\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eAlso known as reinforcing mesh, \u003cstrong\u003erebar mesh\u003c\/strong\u003e or fabric mesh, each \u003cstrong\u003ereinforcement mesh\u003c\/strong\u003e designation is defined by the cross-sectional area of steel per metre width (mm²\/m). The higher the number, the more steel and the greater the load capacity:\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eA142 mesh\u003c\/strong\u003e — 6mm wire, 200 × 200mm grid, ~2.22 kg\/m². Light-duty \u003cstrong\u003ea142 mesh\u003c\/strong\u003e for shed bases, paths, garden slabs and light domestic work.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eA252 mesh\u003c\/strong\u003e — 8mm wire, ~3.95 kg\/m². Mid-weight \u003cstrong\u003ea252 mesh\u003c\/strong\u003e for driveways, garages and domestic ground-floor slabs.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eA393 mesh\u003c\/strong\u003e — 10mm wire, ~6.16 kg\/m². Heavy-duty \u003cstrong\u003ea393 mesh\u003c\/strong\u003e for structural slabs, raft foundations and load-bearing work.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eD49 mesh\u003c\/strong\u003e — structural wrapping \/ fabric mesh for specialist reinforcement.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe full British A-series also includes A193 mesh; the designations above are our fastest-moving stock. Standard sheet sizes are 4.8m × 2.4m (11.52 m² per sheet), 3.6m × 2.0m (7.2 m²) and 2.4m × 1.2m (2.88 m²) — choose your designation and sheet size from the variant options.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eWhat is steel reinforcement mesh used for?\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eSteel reinforcement mesh\u003c\/strong\u003e adds the tensile strength that concrete lacks, controlling cracking and distributing load across a slab. It is used throughout domestic, commercial and agricultural construction: ground-floor and structural slabs, strip and raft foundations, driveways and hardstandings, garage and shed bases, floor screeds, retaining walls and concrete paths. Welded at every intersection, the \u003cstrong\u003econcrete mesh\u003c\/strong\u003e forms a rigid grid that bonds tightly with the concrete pour.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eChoosing the right concrete reinforcement mesh\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eMatch the mesh to the load. Light paths and shed bases typically use A142; driveways and domestic slabs use A252; structural and heavily loaded slabs use A393. Where a project is engineer-designed, always follow the structural drawings — the designation, concrete cover and lap length will be specified for you.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eSpecification\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003ctable\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth\u003eStandard\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eBS 4483\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth\u003eMaterial\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eHigh-tensile steel, welded at intersections\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth\u003eGrades stocked\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eA142, A252, A393, D49\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth\u003eGrid\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e200 × 200mm (A-series)\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth\u003eSheet sizes\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e4.8 × 2.4m, 3.6 × 2.0m, 2.4 × 1.2m\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003c\/table\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003ePositioning \u0026amp; lapping in concrete\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eMesh must sit on spacers (chairs) in the lower third of the slab thickness — not on the ground — so the steel is fully encased for structural performance and corrosion protection. Overlap adjacent sheets by at least two squares (plus one bar) and tie with binding wire. Cut to size on site with bolt cutters or an angle grinder.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eRelated Steel \u0026amp; Groundwork\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003ePouring a slab or foundation? Add \u003ca href=\"\/products\/pack-of-5-reinforcing-bar-rebar-10mm-12mm-16mm-20mm\"\u003ereinforcing bar (rebar)\u003c\/a\u003e for edges, beams and starter bars — used alongside mesh in the same pour. Browse more \u003ca href=\"\/collections\/metal-sections\"\u003esteel sections\u003c\/a\u003e for framing and groundwork.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eDelivery — single sheets to your door\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eUnlike merchants that sell mesh by the pack or collection-only, we deliver \u003cstrong\u003esingle sheets\u003c\/strong\u003e across mainland UK on a flat £15 charge, typically 5–8 working days. Sheets are long and heavy, so please arrange help to offload. Buying a large quantity? 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