võred

Võred are mesh-like structures formed by interlacing or weaving strands to create openings. In Estonian, võre (plural võred) refers to the material itself or to a mesh; the term covers a range of forms such as metal wire meshes, chain-link fencing, plastic mesh panels, and wooden lattice screens. The concept is related to the general idea of a net or grid found in Finnic languages and neighboring tongue traditions.

Võred can be produced as woven mesh, welded wire mesh, or knotted nets. Common materials include steel (galvanized or stainless), aluminum, plastic, and wood. Aperture size and wire thickness determine strength, transparency, and suitability for different tasks. For durability, metal meshes are often treated with coatings or galvanization to prevent corrosion.

Common uses include fencing and animal enclosures for gardens and farms, protective grills and guards, filtration and drainage covers, ventilation and architectural screens, and decorative lattices in interiors and façades. In construction, võred may function as safety gratings on stairs and platforms or as lightweight reinforcement panels in certain structures.

In everyday language, the term emphasizes the grid-like or net-like pattern rather than a single product; specific types are typically described by material and construction method (for example, welded steel mesh, chain-link fencing, or wooden lattice).