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Wire Mesh vs Rebar in Concrete
Which reinforcement should you use for your concrete project?
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Wire Mesh
Welded wire reinforcement grid
$0.10-$0.20/sq ft
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Rebar
Steel reinforcing bars
$0.50-$1.50/sq ft
Quick Verdict
Wire Mesh is best for:
- • Patios and walkways
- • Light-duty slabs
- • Crack control
Rebar is best for:
- • Driveways
- • Garage floors
- • Structural slabs
- • Heavy loads
Side-by-Side Comparison
| Factor | Wire Mesh | Rebar | Winner |
|---|---|---|---|
| Cost | ✓ | Wire Mesh | |
| Strength | ✓ | Rebar | |
| Crack Control | ✓ | Wire Mesh | |
| Driveways | ✓ | Rebar |
🕸️ Wire Mesh
Pros
- • Cheaper
- • Easy to install
- • Good for crack control
- • Lightweight
Cons
- • Can end up at bottom of pour
- • Less structural strength
- • Not for heavy loads
🔩 Rebar
Pros
- • Much stronger
- • Structural reinforcement
- • Required for driveways
- • Chairs hold it in place
Cons
- • More expensive
- • Heavier to work with
- • Requires more labor
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