Maintaining your greenhouse properly is essential for ensuring optimal plant growth and effective protection against the elements. However, no matter how careful you are, greenhouse panels are susceptible to wear & tear, ageing, or damage. If this sounds familiar, don't...
Polycarbonate sheets are popular in many applications due to their durability, transparency, and impact resistance. However, like any material, polycarbonate sheets can become scratched over time. Scratches can be unsightly and even compromise the structural integrity of the sheet. Fortunately,...
A glazing alternative that’s tougher and lighter than glass If you are looking for an alternative to glass, then polycarbonate sheeting ticks all the right boxes. Polycarbonate sheets are virtually unbreakable, light, flexible, and let the light flood in! Read...
A lean-to roof is a type of roofing design that slopes in one direction, with one side of the roof attached to an existing structure or wall. It is commonly used for home extensions, carports, and other outdoor structures. The...
Transparent plastic sheets can be used for roofing, depending on your specific needs and budget. Here are some of the sheets recommended by our plastics expert at Plastic Solutions:
Due to their strength, durability, and transparency, polycarbonate sheets are a popular material for various DIY projects, such as greenhouses, skylights, and safety shields. However, cutting polycarbonate sheets can be tricky if you are unfamiliar with the proper techniques. The...
Cast acrylic and extruded acrylic are both produced from the same base thermoplastic; PMMA; Polymethyl Methacrylate, more commonly known as “perspex” or “plexiglass”. The different production processes are responsible for their slightly different properties and result in them being suitable for...
Our clients sometimes ask us questions such as the difference between acrylic, plexiglass and perspex and whether plexiglass is better than acrylic or perspex. The short answer to all these questions is that there are no significant differences between acrylic,...
Acrylic glass, going by different brand names such as PERSPEX®, CRYLON® and PLEXIGLAS®, is a clear, lightweight and shatter-resistant plastic commonly used in various applications, from windows and skylights to picture frames and aquariums. The material is a thermoplastic type,...
