This galvanized after weld mesh lasts a long time underground. The zinc coating resists rust and corrosion.
How long will galvanized hardware cloth last?
The zinc coating of hot-dipped galvanized steel will last in the harshest soil is 35 to 50 years and in less corrosive soil 75 years or more.
Will galvanized mesh rust?
Because galvanized wire mesh is used as a garden fence or as a wire mesh fence to provide border security. It should not rust during cold weather or when exposed to moisture. It must also be resistant to breakage and impacts. The easiest way to achieve this is to make a zinc coating.