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How do we measure our nets?
Different suppliers, net makers and industries measure and supply nets according to different specifications. This section outlines how Haverford measures and supplies its netting to help eliminate any confusion you may have and to assist in determining what size net you require. Please do not hesitate to discuss this with our sales team to ensure you receive the appropriate netting. For precise measurements, mesh size is measured from inside knot to inside knot.
Mesh Size
The most commonly asked question is with regard to MESH SIZE (the holes in the netting) and determining what size mesh it is you are actually after. Net mesh can be designed in two ways:
Square Mesh – Mesh size measured this way refers to taking the distance from one CORNER KNOT to the next and then squaring it. For example if the mesh measures 40mm from knot to knot, then the mesh size could be described as 40mm squared mesh size. Polyethylene sporting net is often supplied in this fashion.

Stretched Mesh – All our diamond shaped mesh netting is supplied in a stretched configuration bundle. Most fishermen refer to their netting as a stretched mesh size. This means the netting is stretched apart and the distance is measured from opposing knots. This distance will measure TWICE the distance between adjacent knots. For example if a net measures 10mm from one knot to its most adjacent knot, when it is stretched it would be referred to as a 20mm stretched mesh size. To be completely accurate, the mesh size is the distance from the inside of each knot.

 
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