Explore Our Range of Cladding Materials
At Graepels, we manufacture both bespoke and standard metal cladding panels in a range of high-performance materials, tailored to meet the demands of architectural, commercial, and industrial projects. Whether you need a lightweight, weather-resistant, or highly durable solution, we work closely with you to specify the most suitable perforation and/or woven wire specification and the cladding material for your application.
Perforated metal and woven mesh cladding panels are generally manufactured in four core metals due the material poperities, each material offers advantages in aesthetics, durability, and performance; Aluminium, Corten (weathering steel), Stainless Steel and Mild Steel.
Aluminium Cladding
Lightweight, corrosion-resistant and highly versatile, aluminium is ideal for modern architectural facades, screening and ventilation systems.
- Most popular choice
- Lightweight, corrosion-resistant
- Generally powder-coated or anodised for added protection and aesthetics
- Easy to fabricate and install
Corten Steel Cladding
Corten develops a natural earthy-coloured patina over time, creating facades with texture, depth and lasting visual impact, ideal for bold architectural statements.
- Forms a stable rust-like appearance after exposure to weather
- Good for a rustic or organic aesthetics
- Corrosion-resistant due to its protective oxide layer
- Requires proper drainage and detailing to perform well
Stainless Steel Cladding
Sleek, and strong, stainless steel cladding can be used where strength and longevity is required. Stainless steel resists corrosion even in harsh environments, including coastal, industrial, and urban settings.
- Less commonly used in cladding applications
- Highly durable and corrosion-resistant but comes at a higher cost
- Prone to scratching during fabrication or installation
- Often avoided in some manufacturing setups due to tooling and surface finish concerns
- Requires regular maintenance to preserve its finish
Mild Steel Cladding
Robust and reliable, mild and galvanised steel cladding is a go-to for internal cladding industrial, commercial and public projects that require strength and long-term performance.
- Not recommended for external cladding
- Prone to rust if not treated
- Can be used internally with:
- Priming + Powder Coating (PPC) – gives approx. 15-year lifespan
- Must be vetted by powdercoaters for suitability
- For external use, only suitable if:
- Hot-Dip Galvanised (HDG) – but has a rough, non-architectural finish
- PPC over HDG doesn’t hide the texture well
Woven Wire Cladding
Provides a low weight high strength option with high open area to strength ratio. The panels can be framed and produced in large panels. The high open area to strength ratio makes them particularly suitable for use in Green walls.
Stainless Steel Woven wire
Sleek, and strong, stainless steel is suitable for use in Green walls due to its high strength to weight ratio and resistance to corrosion in harsh environments.
Corten Woven wire
Corten steel woven wire provides an appealing weathered aesthetic along with high strength to open area ratio.
How to Choose the Right Material for Your Project
Selecting the right cladding material depends on your project’s specific requirements, including environmental conditions, aesthetics, budget, and performance expectations.
- Aluminium is ideal for lightweight, cost-effective applications and offers excellent corrosion resistance, making it a popular choice for most architectural projects.
- Corten steel provides a striking, weathered appearance and is well-suited for projects seeking a natural, industrial aesthetic.
- Stainless steel is the go-to option when durability, strength, corrosion resistance, and a premium finish are essential—especially in coastal or in environments that demand high-performance.
- While mild steel is occasionally used for internal applications with appropriate coatings, it lacks the longevity of other materials.
At Graepels, we work closely with you to evaluate these factors and specify the most suitable material for your cladding design.
Precision-Engineered Metal Cladding, Made to your Specifications
Every project has different demands, which is why our cladding solutions are fully customisable. We offer a wide range of patterns, sheet sizes, finishes and fabrication options, and our in-house team is on hand to help guide your specification from concept to completion.
Looking for perforated cladding, mesh cladding or a bespoke material? Contact us today to discuss your project.
