What is Copper Mesh?
This material is a mesh made from copper, a very versatile and malleable metal that is woven in such a manner that makes some kind of wire fence. As a metal, copper wire is also ductile and has high thermal and electrical conductivity. Despite being softer than other wire mesh, copper mesh is very resistant to corrosion caused by most compounds and chemicals. With its high versatility, this mesh is also used in many other applications such as gutter guards, insect screens, and even for customized infill panels or decorative wall panels.
Using and Applying Copper Mesh
As the first line of defense against pest infestation, excluding rodents becomes possible through the use of copper mesh as part of the holistic integrated pest management and solution. With their very nature, rodents are notorious for being sneaky, meaning they can enter in almost all holes they come across with in houses or buildings. They can squeeze themselves into plumbing pipes and small cracks.
This is where copper mesh becomes a simple yet excellent technique to exclude rodents from entering into tight spaces by just stuffing them into small openings and entry points. The pests are not capable of chewing the copper and destroying it to get through it. Plus, copper is water-resistant and can tolerate harsh elements.
Overall, copper mesh does not require any sort of special maintenance to keep their properties and stay that way for many years. No wonder, thus, that most homeowners use it for many other household projects.