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Difference Between Cast and Extruded Acrylic
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...
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,...
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,...
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...
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...
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...
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...
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....
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,...