Choosing the Ideal Material for Your Grating

The choice of material for your grating depends on several factors. 
 

These include:
 

The environment

- Moisture: if your grating is exposed to high humidity, you should choose a corrosion-resistant material, such as galvanized steel, stainless steel or plastic / resin / composite. 
 

- Chemicals: if your grating is likely to come into contact with chemical products, you should choose a chemically resistant material, such as stainless steel or composite. 
 

- Temperature: if your grating is exposed to extreme temperatures, you should choose a material that can withstand those temperatures, such as steel or composite. 
 

The load

If your grating needs to support heavy loads, it is preferable to use a more robust material such as steel. 
 

The weight

If the weight of your grating is a factor, you should choose a lightweight material, such as aluminium or plastic. 
 

Aesthetics

If aesthetics are important to you, you can choose a material with an attractive appearance, such as aluminium, stainless steel or powder-coated steel. 
 

Cost

Grating prices vary depending on the material. You should therefore take this into account when making your choice.

Depending on your specific requirements, one material will be more suitable than another. Do not hesitate to contact us for personalised advice. 
 

Application examples for each material: 
 

• • Steel: industrial walkways, technical floors, storage, staircases
• • Stainless steel: food industry, pharmaceutical industry, petrochemicals, hospitals, laboratories
• • Aluminium: false ceilings, sun breakers, architecture
• • Fibreglass: water treatment plants, transport, waterproofing
• • Rubber: production lines, building entrances, stables