Have questions about diamond plate products by Tread-Ware? On this page you'll find the most common questions we get from customers about the diamond plate stuff we make. (If you have questions about who we are or about how ordering works around here, you might check the About Us and Ordering Info pages.)

1. How thick is your diamond plate aluminum?

   Our diamond plate aluminum is .063" thick (14GA) or .080" thick (12GA), depending on the product.

2. Can you do custom diamond plate pieces?

   Please call us at (888) 284-1240 or email us info@tread-ware.com about any custom work. But yes, here are the basics:
   diamond plate sheets & pieces: We can cut rectangular pieces as big as 48" wide and 80" long.
   diamond plate trim: We can do some custom trim, as long it involves flanges no narrower than ¾" and simple bends.
   diamond plate cutouts: We can scale our stock wildlife cutouts. We can also do custom cutouts, although there'll probably be drawing charge involved.
   totally custom diamond plate pieces: And as for totally custom pieces, well, maybe.

3. Do your diamond plate products come with adhesive or mounting hardware?

   No. So what do you use? Liquid nails or screws, depending on the substrate. In some cases, double-sided adhesive tape will do the job.

4. How do I cut diamond plate from Tread-Ware?

   You'll want to use a miter saw with either a carbide tooth blade or a ripping blade turned backwards.

5. Do you make corner pieces for your diamond plate baseboard or diamond plate crown molding?

   Not at this time. We're working on it. In the meantime, you can get practice with your miter saw!

6. What machinery to you use to make Tread-Ware?

   We use a bender and a shearer to make most of our products. We also weld some items (e.g., diamond plate trash can). And we using a programmable router table to make our diamond plate wildlife cutouts.

7. Do your diamond plate kick plates and push plates come with holes pre-drilled?

   No. We want you to have flexibility with regard to hardware and hole placement.

We prize your satisfaction with us and with our diamond plate products. If you have a question that isn't answered here or on our Ordering Info page, please call us at (888) 284-1240 or email us at info@tread-ware.com.