Custom-made hay net - Round bales
Choose your dimensions down to the centimeter and order your custom-made hay net. Delivered with a 7 m closing rope.
Delivery: 3 to 5 weeks. For delivery within 24–48 hours, we recommend ordering our standard round bale hay nets available in stock.
Shape of the opening
Before ordering a custom round bale net, make sure the required dimensions are different from our standard sizes.
Here is a table showing our standard hay net sizes:
| Diameter x Height available in stock | Mesh sizes available in stock |
| 1.5 x 1.9 m | 45 mm; 60 mm; 100 mm |
| 1.6 x 1.4 m | 45 mm; 60 mm; 100 mm |
| 1.6 x 1.9 m | 45 mm; 60 mm; 100 mm |
| 1.8 x 1.6 m | 35 mm; 45 mm; 60 mm; 100 mm |
| 1.8 x 1.9 m | 45 mm; 60 mm; 100 mm |
| 2 x 2 m | 35 mm; 45 mm; 60 mm; 100 mm |
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* Our standard hay nets are delivered within 24–48 hours * If the size that best suits your needs is very close to one of our standard nets, we recommend choosing the in-stock option. |
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You can now calculate and order your custom hay nets directly on our website. No need to request a quote—prices are displayed instantly. Choose your dimensions and mesh size and order freely! Before ordering, check whether our standard sizes meet your needs.
Advantages of the standard round bale hay net:
- Wide choice of meshes and sizes
- Available in stock
- Delivery in 24–48 hours
Advantages of the custom round bale hay net:
- Free choice of dimensions
- Suitable for specific or non-standard sizes
Do custom hay nets follow the same specifications as standard nets?
Our custom round bale hay nets in sock shape are of the same quality and follow the same specifications as our standard-size round bale hay nets.
Knotless net, very soft to the touch, highly flexible, and gentle on horses’ gums. Wear-resistant, odorless, and rot-proof. Superior quality.
Specifications:
- High-strength polypropylene (PPHR)
- 5 mm twine for maximum strength and durability
- Reinforced with an 8 mm overlock around the entire perimeter
- 100% recyclable
- OEKO-TEX® Standard 100 Class I certified
- Each net comes with a 7 m rope for easy closure
Net color:
- 35 mm, 60 mm, and 100 mm mesh: green
- 45 mm mesh: camel
Why order a custom round bale net?
- Ideal alternative if our standard sizes do not meet your specific needs
- Choose the mesh size as well as the length and width down to the centimeter for a net perfectly suited to your setup
What size should you choose?
The dimensions of a round bale hay net depend on several factors:
- The size of the round bale
The net should be at least 30 cm wider than the bale to slip it on easily. For example, for a 120 cm bale, choose a net with a 150 cm diameter.
- The compression level of the hay
If the bales are loosely compressed, allow a 40 cm margin. For example, for a poorly compressed 120 cm bale, choose a 160 cm diameter net.
- The consistency of bale sizes
If bale sizes vary significantly, choose a net suitable for the largest bales.
Nets are made using full mesh sizes, which may result in a dimensional variation of 1 to 3 cm in length and width. This construction ensures greater strength.
Which mesh size should you choose?
Mesh choice may vary depending on net shape, hay compression, and fiber length.
- In a bag-style net, hay is generally loose
- In a round bale net, hay is compressed
The feeding slowdown also depends on hay compression and fiber length:
- Hay compression: compressed hay is harder to grab than loose hay
- Fiber length: short fibers are harder to grab than long fibers
| Outer mesh | Inner mesh | Color | Purpose |
| 100 mm | 90 mm | Green |
Large mesh |
| 60 mm | 50 mm | Green |
Medium mesh |
| 45 mm | 35 mm | Camel |
Small mesh |
| 35 mm | 25 mm | Green |
Very small mesh |
How to fit the hay bale?
- Net taller than the bale: place the bale inside the net or pull the net over the bale, lift the sides, and attach them to a ceiling support.
- Net the same height as the bale: place the bale inside or pull the net over it, then secure the bottom with a strap or bungee cord.
How do I wash my net?
The net can be cleaned in several ways:
- Rinse with a garden hose
- Wash in a home washing machine or laundromat
- Soak for several hours in a bathtub or large container
Usage tips:
- Keep the net elevated so the horse cannot get a hoof caught. Placing hay on a pallet or large tire prevents trampling and rotting. Nets with 100 mm mesh must not touch the ground and should be used in a feeder with a closed base.
- In wet or muddy conditions, set up several feeding points to protect the ground.
The smaller the mesh, the slower the hay is taken in.
| Mesh size (outer) | Purpose | |
| 100 mm | Very large mes | Limit hay waste, familiarisation with the net |
| 60 mm | Large mesh | Consumption slows down, transition to slow feeding |
| 45 mm | Small mesh | Introduction to slow feeding |
| 35 mm | Very small mesh | Slow feeding intensification |
| Note: The size expressed is that of the outer mesh. To calculate the inner mesh, you must subtract 10mm. | ||
The slow down of ingestion also depends on the level of hay compression and the length of the stalks.
For the same mesh, the distribution of hay will be different in a bag net and a round ball net.
- In a net bag, usually hay is loose
- In a round ball net, hay is compressed
- Hay compaction: hay compressed in a haystack will be harder to catch than hay loose in a bag
- Length of the strands: hay with short strand is more difficult to catch than hay with long strand
Tips :
- If your horses cannot all eat with the mesh installed, you can arrange several different mesh nets.
- Our bag nets are also available in double mesh with different size of mesh on each side.
If this is the first time you have put hay in a net and your horse is not used to it, he may be frustrated and can get angry. We advise you to gently accustom your horse to limit his frustration.
- Ruffle the hay out of the tufts of the mesh and leave some loose hay next to the nets.
- Choose a wide mesh net (60mm, 100mm) to promote a smooth transition.
Despite all the care taken in manufacturing, the net is a textile product that can be damaged by installation or use.
To repair the hole of your hay net, you can sew your stitches with a sharp needle of 1mm maximum and linen string of 0.3mm.
You can order a custom-made hay net directly from our website. All of our custom-made hay nets are available online.
Simply select the net of your choice, indicate your mesh and dimensions and the price will be displayed automatically!
Order a tailor-made hay net allows you to choose the dimensions freely and adapt them to your needs.
You can buy a custom-made hay net if you need specific dimensions that are not offered in our standard hay net ranges.
Our nets are manufactured and delivered in +/- 4 weeks.
The choice of mesh for your custom-made hay nets is the same as for standard hay nets.
| Mesh size (outer) | Purpose | |
| 100 mm | Very large mes | Limit hay waste, familiarisation with the net |
| 60 mm | Large mesh | Consumption slows down, transition to slow feeding |
| 45 mm | Small mesh | Introduction to slow feeding |
| 35 mm | Very small mesh | Slow feeding intensification |
| Note: The size expressed is that of the outer mesh. To calculate the inner mesh, you must subtract 10mm. | ||
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