Chequered plate (checker plate, tread plate or durbar plate) is the standard anti-slip flooring material on UAE industrial platforms, catwalks, mezzanines, truck bodies and plant-room floors. CladdingMart supplies aluminium chequered plate from stock enquiries, with stainless steel and mild steel chequered plate sourced for project packages, from its base in Al Qusais Industrial Area 4, Dubai.
Chequered plate types
| Type | Thickness | Grades | Typical use | Enquire |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Aluminium five-bar | 1.5 to 6 mm | Alloys 1050, 3003, 5052, 5754, 6061 | Platforms, walkways, ramps, stair treads, trailer floors | Enquire ↗ |
| Aluminium diamond | 1.5 to 4 mm | Alloys 1050, 3003, 5052 | Decorative panels, toolboxes, vehicle bodies, wall protection | Enquire ↗ |
| Stainless steel checker | 2 to 6 mm | SS 304, SS 316 | Food plants, marine decks, wet areas, kitchens | Enquire ↗ |
| Mild steel chequered (durbar) | 3 to 10 mm | S275 / Q235 | Painted industrial flooring, drain covers, heavy-load platforms | Enquire ↗ |
Aluminium chequered plate weight chart
Approximate weights including a 10% pattern allowance. Mill certificates govern invoiced weight.
| Nominal thickness | Flat weight kg/m² | With pattern kg/m² | 1220 × 2440 mm sheet, kg |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1.5 mm | 4.06 | 4.5 | 13.3 |
| 2 mm | 5.42 | 6.0 | 17.7 |
| 2.5 mm | 6.78 | 7.5 | 22.2 |
| 3 mm | 8.13 | 8.9 | 26.6 |
| 4 mm | 10.84 | 11.9 | 35.5 |
| 5 mm | 13.55 | 14.9 | 44.4 |
| 6 mm | 16.26 | 17.9 | 53.2 |
For other sizes, stainless or mild steel, use the metal weight calculator.
Standard sheet sizes
| 1220 × 2440 mm (4 × 8 ft) | Most common stock size for aluminium |
| 1250 × 2500 mm | Metric standard, common for stainless and mild steel |
| 1500 × 3000 mm | Large platforms and vehicle bodies |
| Cut to size | Send cut sizes and quantities; confirmed in the quotation |
What decides the chequered plate price in UAE
| Material and alloy | Aluminium 5052/5754 marine grades and stainless 316 carry premiums over 1050/3003 and 304. |
| Thickness and size | Priced per kilogram for aluminium and steel; thicker plate costs proportionally more. |
| Pattern | Five-bar and diamond are standard; special patterns are made to order. |
| Quantity | Full packs and project quantities are quoted lower per kilogram. |
| Cutting and delivery | Cut sizes, edge finishing and site delivery are itemised separately. |
How to order
- Send material (aluminium, stainless or mild steel), pattern, thickness, sheet size or cut sizes, quantity and delivery location.
- Receive a written quotation with grade, weight, price, validity, VAT and delivery.
- Approve and collect from Al Qusais or receive site delivery anywhere in the UAE.
Related: aluminium sheet suppliers in Dubai · aluminium flat sheets · all aluminium products.
Chequered plate questions
What is chequered plate?
Chequered plate (also checker, tread or durbar plate) is a metal sheet with a raised pattern rolled into one face for slip resistance. Aluminium versions use five-bar or diamond patterns; stainless and mild steel versions use diamond, lentil or teardrop patterns.
What sizes of aluminium chequered plate are available in the UAE?
Standard sheets are 1220 x 2440 mm, 1250 x 2500 mm and 1500 x 3000 mm in 1.5 to 6 mm thickness. Cut sizes are supplied on request and confirmed in the quotation.
How much does a 3 mm aluminium chequered plate weigh?
About 8.9 kg/m² including the pattern, so a 1220 x 2440 mm sheet weighs roughly 26.6 kg. Use the aluminium weight calculator for other thicknesses.
Aluminium or stainless steel chequered plate?
Aluminium is a third of the weight, does not rust and is easier to cut and fix, which suits platforms, ramps and vehicle bodies. Stainless steel suits food, marine and heavy-load floors. Mild steel chequered plate is the low-cost option for painted industrial flooring.
Do you deliver chequered plate across the UAE?
Yes. CladdingMart delivers from Al Qusais, Dubai, to Sharjah, Abu Dhabi, Ajman, Ras Al Khaimah, Fujairah and Umm Al Quwain. Delivery is stated in the quotation.