Sheet metal is metal that is formed into thin, flat pieces. Sheet metal is generally produced in sheets less than 6 mm. It is one of the fundamental forms used in metalworking and can be cut and bent into a variety of different shapes. Thicknesses can vary significantly.

Both low carbon steel and high carbon steel are the cheapest options out of these metals, cheaper than aluminum. Low carbon steel is very easy to make, due to the carbon levels being lower. This kind of steel is very easy to weld with and shows both great durability levels along with good heat transfer levels.

April 2024 The costs of cold rolled steel products like metal decking and galvanized steel sheets have been volatile for the past three years. The increases that came due to inflation, the pandemic and material shortages in the latter half of 2021 and through 2022 were felt quickly by end users.

Sheet metal is used to hold architectural and structural components together, so they keep their shape. Sheet metal cladding is used to cover large areas such as rooftops or partitions. Sheet metal is also frequently used in combination with other materials to make walls, floors, and ceilings.