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Differences Between Plexiglass, Perspex and Acrylic Glass Finally Explained

Differences Between Plexiglass, Perspex and Acrylic Glass Finally Explained

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,...

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Surprising Advantages Acrylic Has Over Regular Glass

Surprising Advantages Acrylic Has Over Regular Glass

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,...

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8 Powerful Benefits of Polycarbonate Multiwall Panels

8 Powerful Benefits of Polycarbonate Multiwall Panels

  Multiwall polycarbonate panels are becoming increasingly popular in different interior and exterior applications. Their usage for exterior walls, interior partitions, roofing, or entire greenhouses is preferable to glass or any other material with similar characteristics. With so increased popularity...

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FAQ - Plastic Solutions

FAQ - Plastic Solutions

Your Frequently Asked Questions.   Answered by our in-house plastic expert!    I plan to put a lean-to on my house; what materials should I use? Our most popular options are 10mm twin-wall and 16mm triple-wall clear polycarbonate. For this...

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Multiwall Polycarbonate Roofing Sheets

Why Choose Multiwall Polycarbonate Roofing Sheets

Multiwall polycarbonate roofing sheets are incredibly popular for both commercial and domestic uses. As an alternative to glass roofing sheets, they offer a huge number of benefits. This article will cover these benefits in detail, they include: Up to 200...

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Why Polycarbonate Is Better Than Glass

Why Polycarbonate Is Better Than Glass

When we think about glazing, it is normally glass that springs to mind. After all, glass is a material that has been brightening up our lives for centuries. However, we are all aware of the shortcomings of glass. It is...

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Designing a Pitched Roof Extension: What should you consider?

Designing a Pitched Roof Extension: What should you consider?

Whether you would like to add a roof to your porch, gazebo or pergola to refresh your outside space, it is always better to use semi-transparent roofing materials that will let in plenty of light and add lots of style....

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Greenhouse Panels

Greenhouse Panels

We can help...   At Plastic Solutions, we have 3 types of Plastic Sheets that are superb for greenhouses.1) Acrylic Sheets (Plexiglass or Perspex sheets) are clear like glass. It is 50 times stronger than glass and is excellent for most glazing applications,...

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Hygienic Wall Cladding

Hygienic Wall Cladding

Hygienic Wall Cladding sheet is 2.5mm in thickness and is suitable for indoor and outdoor applications. It is a rigid white PVC, waterproof and food safe. We also stock a range of trim accessories including sheet edging, sheet joiners, Internal...

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