Plexiglass

Plexiglass has emerged as a revolutionary material in the design industry. With its exceptional strength and brilliant optical clarity, acrylic glass is rapidly replacing the standard glass. From windows to shower doors, and display cabinets to greenhouses, plexiglass sheets are used in numerous applications. At Glass Genius, you can buy a wide variety of acrylic sheets in any color, shape, and size from your preferred supplier. Along with the pre-made acrylic sheet collections, you can also get custom cut plexiglass for your unique project requirements. Browse through the collection to buy the best products.

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Available Types of Acrylic Sheets

Glass Genius has a wide variety of plexiglass sheets. From colored to clear plastic sheets, you can find a plethora of options to fit your individual requirements. Here is a brief look into the available options.

Clear Acrylic Sheets

Clear plastic sheets feature high optical clarity. They allow uninterrupted transmission of light. The light transmission ability of clear plexiglass is even better than that of standard glass. Due to sheer transparency, clear acrylic sheets are effectively used in windows, doors, furniture items, and many other daily life applications.

Colored Acrylic Sheets

A specific color is added to acrylic glass in order to achieve tinted plexiglass. With their tinted appearance, Colored acrylic sheets add a radiant vibe to the space. Colored plexiglass is mostly used in kitchen and bathroom backsplash, shower walls, and furniture items.

Acrylic Mirror Sheets

Acrylic mirror sheets have a reflective surface that offers a clear reflection. They are typically used for decorative purposes and come in different shapes and styles to complement the given space.

Custom Cut Plexiglass Sheets for Your Daily Projects

Plexiglass is a flexible material. It is easy to cut and handle. Be it a home improvement project or a furniture redesigning task, you can easily get plexiglass sheets cut to size. Along with being extensively used in daily life applications, custom plexiglass is also graded as a great material for DIY projects. Custom acrylic sheets are recommended for DIY projects as you can easily handle and use custom cut acrylic on your own. Just order plexiglass cut to size by providing the required specifications and go on with your creative home improvement projects. Custom cut plexiglass can be safely used for DIY projects even without any professional assistance. Get custom cut acrylic from Glass Genius and replicate the optical clarity of glass in your DIY projects.

Applications of Plexiglass Panels

With its high durability and safety value, acrylic glass is overshadowing the standard glass in practical worth. Here is a glance into the many applications of acrylic plastic sheets.

Doors & Windows

Plexiglass is a preferred option to use in windows and doors due to its shatter-resistant nature. It offers maximum safety and security value while also offering the aesthetics of glass. Moreover, plexiglass panels can easily be designed into sliding doors, RV screen doors, cabinet doors, garage windows, and swinging doors.

Stairway Railings

The material used in clear railings should be strong enough to provide solid support. Acrylic panels qualify as a great option for use in stairway railings.

Outdoor Fence

Acrylic plastic sheets are perfect for use in outdoor fences and railings. They can withstand harsh weather changes without getting damaged.

Roofing Purposes

Acrylic panels are great for roofing purposes. The exceptional strength of acrylic sheets resists the hard impact of weather changes while the optical clarity allows for the unimpeded flow of natural light.

Floating Shelves

Acrylic glass is strong enough to bear considerable weight. Therefore, it is a perfect choice for use in floating shelves. You can effectively increase the storage space by installing acrylic shelves.

Greenhouse

Plexiglass is the most common material used in greenhouses. It allows appropriate light transmission, blocks UV rays, and resists weather changes. Thus creating a perfect environment for plants’ growth.

Furniture Items

Plexiglass has proven its practical value in furniture items. Acrylic table top is a great option for use in the house's interior as well as exterior. Moreover, clear acrylic tables and chairs are revolutionizing furniture design with their all-glass aesthetics.

Room Dividers

Acrylic panels are a perfect choice for use in room partitions. They are actively used in office spaces to create a separate working space for employees.

Aquarium

Acrylic plastic sheets are considered the best option for designing DIY aquariums. The strength, clarity, and durability of acrylic glass are the reasons for the widespread use of plexiglass in aquariums.

Display Cases

Acrylic glass allows more light to flow through as compared to standard glass. Therefore, retailers and vendors use acrylic to display cases for showcasing their products.

Recommended Plexiglass Thickness for Different Usage

Acrylic glass is a shatter-resistant material. It is highly durable and impact-resistant, still, it is recommended to use plexiglass sheets of different thicknesses for different applications. The right acrylic sheet thickness adds to the service life of the product. Here are recommended plexiglass thicknesses for different applications.

Backsplash

5mm acrylic sheet thickness is perfect for kitchen or bathroom backsplash.

Outdoor Furniture

Choose 5mm to 8mm thick acrylic sheets for outdoor furniture.

Table Top Cover

A plexiglass sheet of 2mm to 4 mm thickness is suitable for table top covers.

Greenhouse

For a greenhouse, 8mm thick acrylic sheets are recommended.

Floating Shelves

Plexiglass thickness in the range of 20 to 30mm is suitable for acrylic floating shelves.

Aquarium

The acrylic sheet thickness should be no less than 6mm for aquariums.

Windows

According to the weather conditions, a plexiglass sheet of 4mm to 6mm is suitable for windows.

Frequently Asked Questions

How long does plexiglass last in the sun?

Plexiglass is UV-resistant. It can last in the sun for years. The sun doesn’t affect the service life of plexiglass.

How thick is standard plexiglass?

The standard plexiglass comes in a thickness of ⅛” or ¼”. However, you can get acrylic glass sheets in a wide range of thicknesses.

Is plexiglass the same as acrylic?

Plexiglass and acrylic are two names used interchangeably for the same material. However, note that Plexiglas® with a single ‘s’ is the brand name for plastic glass.

Does an acrylic Sheet break easily?

Acrylic is exceptionally strong. It is potentially impossible to break a plexiglass sheet.

Is plexiglass better than glass?

Plexiglass is better than glass in the sense that it is stronger, shatterproof, and impact-resistant.

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