CNC Jali & Decorative Metal Screens for Elevations

A CNC jali is a decorative screen cut on a computer-controlled machine from a digital pattern. For exterior elevations it is usually cut from mild steel sheet on a laser or plasma cutter, then coated and fixed on a frame. It gives privacy, shade and a distinctive look while letting air and light through.

Mild steel will rust if left bare, which is why the cut edges must be deburred and cleaned and the panels powder coated or primed and painted. With a good coating and occasional checks, especially on edges and around fixings, an MS screen performs well outdoors. In coastal areas the coating needs extra care.

MDF jali is meant for interiors such as pooja rooms, partitions and ceilings. Outdoors, sun and rain cause it to swell, crack and lose its finish. For a front elevation, a metal screen such as coated mild steel is the practical choice.

Yes. You can pick a geometric, floral or traditional jali pattern, or supply your own motif. We check the design for panel joints, open area and strength so that it looks right across the whole screen and the sheet stays stiff enough for its size.

Yes. Even though it has openings, a large screen catches wind like cladding, so it needs a steel frame and anchors designed for wind pressure and suction. The frame also keeps the panels flat and aligned so the pattern runs straight across the elevation.

Yes. Lights placed behind or below a screen make the pattern glow and cast shadows after dark. We plan the light positions and wiring routes with your electrician before the screen is fixed, so cables stay hidden.

Wash it occasionally with water and a mild detergent, and inspect the coating once a year, especially at edges, joints and fixings. Touch up any chips promptly before rust can spread, and clear leaves or dust that collect in the frame.