what gauge ss for steam hood?

[bowtie]

i am looking at ss metal for a homemade steam hood, i found 304 #2 finish 26 ga .018 thickness is this sufficient? also any ideas as where to buy? i have found this online for $180 ish for 4- 36 x 48 sheets plus $55 for shipping is this decent price? shipping seems high to me

[backyard sugaring]

Look for a company called Yarde Metal they have them all over the country. They have a surplus, culled section that might work for you. Lee

[Pibster]

I built a hood this winter using 24ga. stainless. I paid $36 for a 3x8 sheet of scrap. It was plenty thick.

[kharvey]

I found a really good deal on 26ga. food grade; maybe not my first choice but it made a nice hood and vent..Once it was formed with corners and seams it was plenty sturdy.