Stainless Steel Mesh vs Regular Steel Mesh

View of several white metal-roofed buildings with dormer windows, surrounded by trees under a clear blue sky.

Which One Should You Choose?

Both are extremely strong — but each has unique benefits depending on your home.

Stainless Steel Mesh (Premium Option)

  • Highest corrosion resistance

  • Best suited for coastal homes

  • True BAL-40/FZ compliance

  • Extremely long lifespan

  • Zero rust staining

  • Ultra-durable finish

Recommended for:

✔ Homes close to the beach

✔ Bushfire zones

✔ High-end, long-term protection

✔ Metal or Colorbond roofs

Galvanised/Steel Mesh (Heavy-Duty Standard Option)

  • Very strong

  • Excellent debris blocking

  • Lower cost than stainless steel

  • Great for high-leaf environments

  • Still fire-safe in most BAL zones

Recommended for:

✔ Homes under large gum or pine trees

✔ Rural areas with high debris fall

✔ Homeowners wanting strong mesh at a lower price

✔ Most NSW residential roofs

Ideal for These Roof Types

Steel and stainless mesh can be installed on:

  • Tile roofs

  • Corrugated Colorbond

  • Klip-Lok

  • Trimdek

  • Custom orb

  • Commercial roof profiles

  • Custom gutter systems

We tailor every installation to your roof for maximum strength and a clean, seamless finish.

Why Steel Mesh Is the Best Choice for High-Debris Homes

If your gutters constantly fill with:

• Gum nuts

• Pine needles

• Seed pods

Leaf litter

• Sticks

• Flower husks

…steel mesh will outperform aluminium or plastic every time.

It can also support more weight, making it ideal for storm-prone suburbs across the Illawarra escarpment and Southern Highlands.

Get a Free Quote for Stainless Steel or Steel Gutter Guard

AC Gutter Guard installs Screentech Industries steel and stainless steel mesh for unmatched performance and protection.

Servicing:

  • Wollongong & Illawarra

  • Shellharbour & Kiama

  • Shoalhaven & South Coast

  • Southern Highlands & bushfire zones

📞 Call us today to compare aluminium vs steel options for your home.

We’ll recommend the best mesh for your roof, location, budget, and BAL requirements.