FAQ
Next Day Steel is a UK supplier of steel reinforcement, groundworks products, and construction accessories offering next day delivery. This comprehensive FAQ covers everything from ordering and delivery to technical specifications for rebar, mesh, DPM membranes, gas venting, and ground heave protection products.
Ordering & Pricing
Next Day Steel uses a dynamic bulk discount system that automatically applies discounts based on the combined weight of mesh and rebar products in your basket. The more you buy, the more you save—no negotiation required. Discounts calculate automatically at checkout, with the final discounted price displayed once all items are added. This weight-based pricing rewards larger orders with progressively better rates.
Next Day Steel accepts a comprehensive range of payment options:
Credit & Debit Cards: Visa, Mastercard, American Express, Discover, Maestro, Union Pay, and Diners Club
Digital Payments: Apple Pay, Google Pay, Shop Pay, and PayPal
Buy Now, Pay Later: Klarna
Bank Transfer: Select "Bank Deposit" at checkout and receive bank details via email
Trade Credit: iwocaPay provides up to £30,000 credit with 3 or 12 monthly instalments
Yes. Next Day Steel operates a Best Price Guarantee policy and will beat any written quote from competitors. Contact the sales team at sales@nextdaysteel.co.uk or call 020 8079 7719 with your requirements. For complex projects requiring cut and bent rebar, you can upload your PDF bending schedule for instant weight calculations and pricing.
Yes. Business customers can access iwocaPay financing directly at checkout, offering up to £30,000 credit with approval in minutes. Pay in 3 or 12 equal monthly instalments. Traditional trade credit accounts are also available for qualifying businesses.
Next Day Steel operates Monday to Friday, 8:00am to 5:30pm. Orders placed after the 1pm cutoff or on weekends ship the following working day.
Delivery & Shipping
Order by 1pm on any working day (Monday to Friday) for next day delivery to eligible areas. Orders placed after 1pm on Friday will be dispatched the following Monday. Handling time for next day orders is typically 1-2 hours.
Two delivery options are available:
Economy Delivery - £30: 2-4 working day delivery with handling times of 2-3 days
Next Day Delivery - £90: For orders placed before 1pm
For addresses over 80 miles from Enfield, London, an additional charge of £0.05 per mile and per kg applies. Total delivery costs display at checkout.
Next Day Steel provides express delivery nationwide across the UK. Next day delivery is available in most parts of mainland UK. Delivery times are estimates and may be affected by weather, carrier availability, or other factors beyond control.
Standard deliveries arrive on flatbed lorries operated by delivery partners. Important: flatbed lorries do not have cranes for offloading—you must be able to unload the steel yourself. HIAB lorries (vehicles with loader cranes) are available on request for heavy structural steel. Contact customer service before ordering to arrange HIAB delivery.
Deliveries arrive between 7:30am and 5:00pm, Monday to Friday. No weekend or bank holiday deliveries are available. You can request a specific delivery date by adding a note to your order. A tracking link is emailed when your order is dispatched.
Yes, someone must be present to receive the order. If nobody is available at the delivery address, the order will be cancelled and delivery charges are non-refundable. Ensure adequate access and parking space for the delivery lorry.
Returns & Refunds
You have 14 days from receiving your order to notify Next Day Steel of your intention to return items. After notification, you have an additional 14 days to physically return the items—giving a maximum total of 28 days from receipt.
Items must be unused and in sellable condition, returned in their original state. Products that have been cut, bent, or modified cannot be returned.
No. Custom-made items including cut and bent rebar, bespoke products, and personalised items are not eligible for returns or refunds. Only standard stock items in original condition can be returned.
The customer is responsible for arranging and paying return shipping costs. Original delivery charges from your order are non-refundable and will be deducted from any refund amount.
Once returned items are received and inspected, you'll receive a notification email. Refunds are processed and credited to your original payment method within 5-7 working days. If you don't receive your refund, check with your bank or credit card company first, as posting times vary.
Exchanges are only available for defective or damaged items and must be exchanged for the same product. Contact sales@nextdaysteel.co.uk with your order number and details of the defect.
Steel Reinforcement Bars (Rebar)
Next Day Steel stocks the complete range from T8 to T40:
- T8 (8mm)
- T10 (10mm)
- T12 (12mm)
- T16 (16mm)
- T20 (20mm)
- T25 (25mm)
- T32 (32mm)
- T40 (40mm)
These are also known as H8, H10, H12 etc. All rebar is high tensile grade B500B steel.
Standard B500B rebar weights per metre:
| Size | Weight per Metre |
|---|---|
| T8 | 0.395 kg/m |
| T10 | 0.617 kg/m |
| T12 | 0.888 kg/m |
| T16 | 1.58 kg/m |
| T20 | 2.47 kg/m |
| T25 | 3.85 kg/m |
| T32 | 6.31 kg/m |
| T40 | 9.86 kg/m |
These weights follow the formula D² × 0.00617 where D is the diameter in millimetres.
All rebar meets:
- BS4449:2005 – British Standard for steel reinforcement of concrete
- CARES approved – UK Certification Authority for Reinforcing Steels
- CE certified – European conformity marking
Grade B500B ensures 500MPa yield strength with good weldability.
8mm-10mm: Lighter applications like residential slabs, paths, and sidewalks
Shop T8 Rebar | Shop T10 Rebar
12mm-16mm: Medium structures including floor slabs and beams
Shop T12 Rebar | Shop T16 Rebar
20mm-25mm: Heavy-duty foundations, columns, and commercial slabs
Shop T20 Rebar | Shop T25 Rebar
32mm-40mm: Major structural elements, commercial foundations, and piling
Yes. Use the "Meters You Need" ordering system to specify custom lengths when ordering. Standard stock comes in 6-metre bars. For complex shapes and bends, use our custom fabrication service.
Reinforcement Mesh
Three series are available:
A-Series (Square Mesh): Identical wire diameters in both directions—A142, A193, A252, and A393
B-Series (Rectangular Mesh): Different longitudinal and cross wire diameters—B283, B385, B503, B785, and B1131
D49 Wrapping Mesh: 2.5mm wire for lighter applications
A-Series Mesh: Equal wire diameters and 200mm spacing in both directions. Ideal for general floor slabs and foundations requiring uniform reinforcement in all directions.
Shop A142 Mesh | Shop A193 Mesh | Shop A252 Mesh | Shop A393 Mesh
B-Series Mesh: Heavier longitudinal wires with 100mm spacing and lighter cross wires at 200mm spacing. Designed for applications where strength is needed primarily in one direction, like suspended slabs and beam reinforcement.
Shop B283 Mesh | Shop B385 Mesh | Shop B503 Mesh | Shop B785 Mesh | Shop B1131 Mesh
For standard 4.8m × 2.4m sheets:
| Mesh Type | Approximate Weight |
|---|---|
| A142 | 25.5 kg |
| A193 | 34.78 kg |
| A252 | 45.5 kg |
| A393 | 71 kg |
| B283 | 42.97 kg |
| B385 | 52.19 kg |
| B503 | 68.31 kg |
| B785 | 93.8 kg |
| B1131 | 125.5 kg |
Two standard sizes are available:
4.8m × 2.4m – 11.52m² coverage, most common for commercial applications
3.6m × 2m – 7.2m² coverage, suits residential projects and tighter access sites
D49 mesh features 2.5mm wire and weighs 8.87kg per 4.8m × 2.4m sheet. It's designed for concrete floor reinforcement, floor screeding applications, and wrapping/detailing work. D49 complies with BS4483 and is ideal where lighter reinforcement is specified.
Cut & Bent Rebar
Next Day Steel fabricates 33+ BS8666 shape codes including:
- Shape 00 – Straight cut/splice bars
- Shape 11 – L-bars/kickers (90-degree bends)
- Shape 12 – Circular bent L-bars
- Shape 21 – U-bars/stirrups
- Shape 22-29 – Various cranked and bent configurations
- Shape 31-36 – Complex multi-bend shapes
- Shape 41-67 – Specialist shapes including circles and helicals
- Shape 75, 98 – Additional specialist configurations
- Helical Rebar – Spiral reinforcement for piling, columns, and foundations
All sizes from 8mm to 40mm can be cut and bent: 8mm, 10mm, 12mm, 16mm, 20mm, 25mm, 32mm, and 40mm. Each size can be fabricated to any BS8666 shape code.
Standard delivery is 7-10 working days within mainland UK. Faster delivery may be available for urgent orders—contact the team to discuss requirements and feasibility.
Four methods are available:
- Online Shape Code Calculator: Select shapes and input dimensions directly on the product page
- Upload PDF Bending Schedule: Get instant weight calculations
- Enter from Engineer's Schedule: Use the online system to input dimensions
- Contact the Team: Email sales@nextdaysteel.co.uk for complex requirements
No. All custom-made products including cut and bent rebar are manufactured to your specifications and cannot be returned or refunded. Double-check all dimensions and quantities before ordering.
Structural Steel
The range includes:
Universal Beams (UB) – Also known as I-beams or RSJs, sizes from 127×76 to 203×133
Universal Columns (UC) – H-sections for vertical load-bearing applications
Square Hollow Sections (SHS) – Box sections for structural frameworks
Equal Angles – L-sections for bracing and framing
Steel Flat Bar – For various fabrication needs
All structural steel meets BS EN 10025 S275JR, the UK standard for structural steel. This grade offers excellent weldability and is suitable for welding, drilling, bolting, and further fabrication work.
Yes. All structural steel can be cut to your exact length requirements. Enter the required length in millimetres when ordering. Minimum order length is 100mm.
Two options are available:
Self-Colour (No Paint): Natural mill finish, ideal if you plan to paint, galvanise, or weld the steel yourself
Shotblast Painted: Red oxide primer coating applied after shot blasting for temporary corrosion protection during storage and installation
Heavy structural steel sections may require HIAB crane delivery for offloading. Contact the office before placing your order if you need crane assistance—standard flatbed deliveries do not include offloading equipment.
Ground Heave Protection
The range includes products from both Cordek and BEWI:
Cordek Range:
- Cellcore HX S – For concrete floor slabs
- Cellcore HX Plus – Combined heave protection with insulation
- Cellcore HX B – For ground beams and pile caps
- Heaveguard Pile Collar – For piled foundations
BEWI Range:
- HeaveMaster S – For slabs
- HeaveMaster B – For beams and pile caps
- ClayMaster Pile Collar – For piled foundations
All products are BBA certified and NHBC compliant.
Selection depends on soil plasticity index (PI) as specified by your structural engineer or NHBC guidelines:
| Product Depth | Soil Classification | Typical PI Range |
|---|---|---|
| 85mm (Low) | Low plasticity | Below 20 |
| 155mm (Medium) | Medium plasticity | 20-40 |
| 220mm (High) | High plasticity | Above 40 |
Your structural engineer's specification or site investigation results will indicate the required protection level.
Shop Cordek Cellcore HX S Slabs | Shop BEWI HeaveMaster S Slabs
HX S (Slab): Designed for use beneath ground-supported concrete floor slabs. Provides vertical heave protection.
HX B (Beam): Designed for use around ground beams and pile caps. Provides protection to the sides and undersides of deeper foundation elements.
Shop Cordek Cellcore HX B Slabs | Shop BEWI HeaveMaster B Slabs
Pile collars provide heave protection around piled foundations:
Shop Cordek Heaveguard Pile Collar | Shop BEWI ClayMaster Pile Collar
Formwork & Shuttering
The range includes:
Permanent Formwork:
- Sideform 8mm Corex – For ground beams
- BEWI FormMaster Shuttering – EPS permanent formwork
Screed Rails:
- K-FORM K85 – For 100-140mm slab depths
- K-FORM K135 – For 150-225mm slab depths
- K-FORM 25mm Extension Strip
Formwork Tie Systems:
- Tie bars (15mm, 20mm, 26mm diameters)
- Cones, sleeves, waler plates, and wing nuts
Stop Ends:
- Metal rib sheets for day joints
K-FORM screed rails are permanent leave-in-place edge formwork made from 100% recycled uPVC. Pre-drilled holes accept steel dowel bars for load transfer between adjacent concrete pours. The removable top strip allows easy joint sealing after concrete placement. Compatible with twin beams, Roller Strikers, and Vibro Strikers.
Shop K-FORM K85 Screed Rail | Shop K-FORM K135 Screed Rail | Shop K-FORM 25mm Extension Strip
The complete system includes:
Shop Formwork Tie Bars | Shop Formwork She Bolts | Shop Formwork Cones | Shop Formwork PVC Sleeves | Shop Formwork Waler Plates | Shop Formwork Wing Nuts
Trench Sheets
The range includes various profiles and depths:
- Standard Lap Sheets: 330mm effective width
- L8 Interlocking Sheets: Interlocking profile
- FLP 600 Series: 600mm interlocking (3.5mm and 6mm thickness)
- KKD 600 Series: 600mm overlapping (6mm and 8mm thickness)
Depths range from 1m to 9m. All sheets comply with BS EN 10249-1:1996 and BS EN 10249-2:1996.
Supporting equipment includes:
Shop Trench Sheet Extractors | Shop Trench Sheet Driving Caps | Shop Pitching Shackles
Yes. For covering excavations and protecting road surfaces:
Holding Down Bolts
Holding down bolts are available in:
Diameters: M16, M20, M24, and M30
Lengths: 300mm to 600mm
Complete sets include the bolt, nut, square plate washer, and tapered waxed cone void former. All bolts are grade 8.8 high-tensile steel manufactured to BS 7419.
Individual components are also available:
Shop Sq/Sq Holding Down Bolt & Nut | Shop Square Hole Plate Washers | Shop Tapered Waxed Cones
DPM & Waterproofing Membranes
Damp proof membranes are available in four thicknesses:
| Gauge | Thickness | Application |
|---|---|---|
| 500 | 125 microns | Standard duty |
| 1000 | 250 microns | Heavy duty |
| 1200 | 300 microns | Extra heavy duty (meets Building Regs minimum) |
| 2000 | 500 microns | Industrial strength |
Shop Damp Proof Membrane (DPM) | Browse all DPM and waterproofing
Standard rolls are 4 metres wide:
- 500-1200 gauge: 4m × 25m rolls providing 100m² coverage
- 2000 gauge: 4m × 12.5m rolls providing 50m² coverage (due to thicker material)
Yes. All DPM products are BBA certified, NHBC compliant, and CE marked. They comply with UK Building Regulations for damp proofing under concrete floor slabs. Membranes are manufactured from 100% recycled materials and are puncture-resistant.
For standard DPM joints, ensure minimum 150mm overlaps at all joints:
Shop Double-Sided Jointing Tape
For gas-resistant membrane installations:
Solsheet Self-Adhesive DPM: 1.5mm two-ply membrane compliant with BS 8102:2022 for waterproofing grades 1-3, BBA approved (certificate 23/7030)
Shop Solsheet Self-Adhesive DPM
Solsheet GR: Adds gas resistance against radon, methane, and CO₂
Shop Solsheet GR Self-Adhesive Membrane
Both require surface priming before application:
For below-ground and basement waterproofing:
Shop ActiTex Bentonite Waterproofing Membrane
Shop ActiFill Bentonite Granules (25kg)
Hydrophilic water stop strips expand when in contact with water to create a watertight seal at construction joints. They are used between concrete pours to prevent water ingress through the joint.
Gas Venting Systems
Gas venting is required:
- On brownfield or contaminated sites
- In radon-affected areas (check Public Health England maps)
- On sites with potential methane or landfill gas
- Where specified by Building Control
- Under BS 8485:2015 + A1:2019
Ventform is a passive gas venting and insulation panel made from expanded polystyrene (EPS). The 2400mm × 1200mm panels install beneath reinforced concrete floor slabs, creating ventilation channels that safely disperse VOCs, methane, and radon to perimeter vents.
Ventform is BREEAM A+ rated, UV-resistant, flame-retardant, and carries BRE Global verification with Environmental Product Declaration (EPD).
The complete system includes:
Perimeter Venting:
Shop Air Bricks & Cavity Vents | Shop Gas Vent Bollards | Shop Ground Level Vent Boxes
Connections:
Shop Top Hats | Shop Gas Venting Accessories
Sealing:
Shop Gas Membrane Lap Tape | Shop Gas Resistant Detailing Strip
All components are BBA certified and comply with BS 8485:2015 + A1:2019.
Yes. Solsheet GR is a self-adhesive gas-resistant membrane providing protection against radon, methane, and CO₂. It features additional barrier layers and a bitumen self-adhesive layer requiring surface priming.
Reinforcement Spacers
The range includes:
For Mesh:
Shop Plastic Mesh Spacers – Membrane-safe, for 6-12mm bars
Shop Castle Mesh Block Spacers
For Rebar:
Shop Double Cover Concrete Spacers – Fibre-reinforced cement
Shop Triple Cover Concrete Spacers
Shop Concrete Square Bars (Mars Bars)
Continuous Support:
Shop Wire High Chair Spacers (2m)
Shop Wire Snake Spacers – 40-200mm heights
Wheel Spacers:
All spacers meet BS7973-1:2001.
For mesh reinforcement: Use minimum 8 plastic mesh spacers per standard 4.8m × 2.4m sheet
Double cover concrete spacers: Recommended at 2 per square metre
Wire snake spacers: Place one per linear metre to support mesh properly without puncturing DPM
Tying Wire & Tools
Black Annealed Wire: 17 gauge (1.4mm diameter), available in 2kg and 10kg coils
Shop Black Annealed Tying Wire
Stainless Steel Wire: Grade 304/A2, 18 gauge (1.2mm diameter), for corrosive environments. Complies with UK Department of Transport specifications.
Twisting Tools:
Shop Semi-Automatic Rebar Tie Wire Twisting Tool – Pull/push action with automatic recoil
Pre-Cut Ties:
Shop Double Loop Tying Wire Ties – 150mm and 200mm lengths, 1000 per pack
Cutting Tools:
Shop End Cutting Nipper Pliers – 200mm and 280mm sizes
Wire Dispensers:
Shop Reel Easy Wire Dispenser (Plastic) | Shop Die-Cast Wire Dispenser
Slab Accessories
Dowel bars transfer load between concrete slabs at joints while allowing horizontal movement. They prevent differential settlement and faulting at joints in floors and pavements. All products comply with BS 13877.
Shop Dowel Bars – 8 sizes available
Sleeves: Flexible PVC sleeves for debonding one end of the dowel, allowing movement
Shop Dowel Bar Sleeves (Pack of 100)
Caps: PVC caps with compressible filler to allow joint movement
Yes. Closed-cell polyethylene expansion joint foam is available in various thicknesses for isolation joints and expansion joints in concrete slabs.
Yes. Insulated frost blankets protect freshly poured concrete from freezing temperatures during curing.
Yes. Yellow mushroom-shaped safety caps fit 6-18mm and 16-32mm bars. Weather-resistant plastic construction with screw-fit attachment. Essential for construction site safety to guard against exposed rebar hazards. Supplied in bulk packs of 250.
Note: These caps do not provide fall protection.
Technical & Compliance
| Product | Standard |
|---|---|
| Rebar and mesh | BS4449:2005 |
| D49 mesh | BS4483 |
| Structural steel | BS EN 10025 S275JR |
| Holding down bolts | BS 7419 |
| Trench sheets | BS EN 10249-1:1996 and BS EN 10249-2:1996 |
| Reinforcement spacers | BS7973-1:2001 |
| Dowel bars | BS 13877 |
Yes. All steel reinforcement bars and mesh are CARES approved. CARES (UK Certification Authority for Reinforcing Steels) is the UK's product certification body for reinforcing steels, ensuring consistent quality and traceability.
Yes. All steel reinforcement, mesh, and applicable construction products carry CE marking indicating conformity with European standards. This is required for placing construction products on the UK and EU market.
Yes. Ground heave protection products including Cellcore HX and Heaveguard ranges are NHBC compliant for building on clay soils. DPM products meet NHBC requirements for damp proofing. This is essential for warranty coverage on new builds.
BBA certifications cover:
- DPM membranes
- Solsheet self-adhesive membrane (certificate 23/7030)
- Gas venting components (BS 8485:2015 + A1:2019 compliance)
- Cellcore ground heave protection
- Heaveguard lateral protection
BBA certification demonstrates fitness for purpose in UK construction.
| Regulation | Products |
|---|---|
| Part C (Site preparation and resistance to moisture) | DPM, waterproofing membranes |
| Part A (Structure) | Reinforcement, structural steel, ground heave protection |
| Part L (Conservation of fuel and power) | Cellcore HX Plus integrated insulation |
| Approved Document C (Radon protection) | Gas venting systems |
Contact & Support
Phone: 020 8079 7719
Email: sales@nextdaysteel.co.uk
Hours: Monday to Friday, 8:00am to 5:30pm
Address: Next Day Steel Ltd, Imperial House, 64 Willoughby Lane, London N17 0SP
Company Registration: 14584431
VAT Number: 433932005
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Still Have Questions?
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