JamesP Posted September 4, 2020 Share Posted September 4, 2020 Can you advise as I am about to start cladding. I will have a 50 mm gap at the base of the vertical timber cladding and want to fix mesh to keep out rodents and insects as much as possible. Two options here but the Soffit mesh is a third of the price of the other. Any other alternatives you have used. 1 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Mr Punter Posted September 4, 2020 Share Posted September 4, 2020 Most 50mm wide stainless mesh will do. If the cladding laps down a bit you could have a bit wider. Fix to the batten with stainless staples. 1 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
SuperJohnG Posted September 20, 2021 Share Posted September 20, 2021 @JamesP what did you use here? just about to undertake this so any steer greatly appreciated. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Bitpipe Posted September 21, 2021 Share Posted September 21, 2021 I used Ubliflex (lead substitute roof flashing roll) as a barrier and a dressing for the base of the frame to cover the insulation . Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
JamesP Posted September 21, 2021 Author Share Posted September 21, 2021 @SuperJohnG https://www.robinsonwirecloth.co.uk/online-shop/Soffit-mesh-stainless-steel-30m-roll-p49612077 Excellent product and SS staples. Spend some time getting the detail right. 1 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
SuperJohnG Posted September 22, 2021 Share Posted September 22, 2021 On 21/09/2021 at 10:40, JamesP said: @SuperJohnG https://www.robinsonwirecloth.co.uk/online-shop/Soffit-mesh-stainless-steel-30m-roll-p49612077 Excellent product and SS staples. Spend some time getting the detail right. Hi James did you take any pics? I'm possibly planning to just staple straight at the top edge of batten under eaves to stop anything getting in. My eaves are blanked off as its a SIPS kit. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
eandg Posted January 20, 2023 Share Posted January 20, 2023 On 22/09/2021 at 23:01, SuperJohnG said: Hi James did you take any pics? I'm possibly planning to just staple straight at the top edge of batten under eaves to stop anything getting in. My eaves are blanked off as its a SIPS kit. John, did you take any pictures? One of next jobs on the list. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
JohnMo Posted January 20, 2023 Share Posted January 20, 2023 Sorry no photos You will have timber strapping on the wall. Prior to install of cladding, basically close the gaps at the bottom with mesh. So once the cladding is in place there are no gaps. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
SuperJohnG Posted January 21, 2023 Share Posted January 21, 2023 I did but God knows I'll need to look through my pictures for them. I used the cedral mesh at the top. Great stuff. I bought the Robinson stuff, but didn't use much at all. Just used the cedral. If you're going to buy the Robinson stuff give me a shout as I'll probably get rid of mine (along with lots of other build stuff which I eventually plan on getting rid of. Lol) Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
eandg Posted February 3, 2023 Share Posted February 3, 2023 On 21/01/2023 at 00:28, SuperJohnG said: I did but God knows I'll need to look through my pictures for them. I used the cedral mesh at the top. Great stuff. I bought the Robinson stuff, but didn't use much at all. Just used the cedral. If you're going to buy the Robinson stuff give me a shout as I'll probably get rid of mine (along with lots of other build stuff which I eventually plan on getting rid of. Lol) Will let you know and maybe pop by for a nosy at the same time. Is it particularly inferior to the Cedral? Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
eandg Posted February 23, 2023 Share Posted February 23, 2023 On 20/01/2023 at 08:09, JohnMo said: Sorry no photos You will have timber strapping on the wall. Prior to install of cladding, basically close the gaps at the bottom with mesh. So once the cladding is in place there are no gaps. Is this (see 50 seconds on) the right way to do it? If so, needing 100mm wide roll for a 50mm cavity? Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
JohnMo Posted February 23, 2023 Share Posted February 23, 2023 Pretty similar Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
eandg Posted February 23, 2023 Share Posted February 23, 2023 1 hour ago, JohnMo said: Pretty similar You did it pretty similarly to the guy in the video? Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
JohnMo Posted February 23, 2023 Share Posted February 23, 2023 Not exactly the same, but pretty similar Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
eandg Posted March 2, 2023 Share Posted March 2, 2023 On 23/02/2023 at 15:11, JohnMo said: Pretty similar Did you just use the Robinson stuff at 100mm and bend it? Looking at Cedral and it's awful expensive in comparison. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
JohnMo Posted March 2, 2023 Share Posted March 2, 2023 Mesh direct, by the roll. Scissors are fantastic also Category:Stainless Steel Soffit Mesh | Product Ordered: 10cm wide x 30m roll x4 Item No 304-SFLY100 Category: | Product Ordered: Heavy-duty Scissors for cutting fine mesh Item No FIN-225--PROMO 1 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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