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Quick and Easy Garden DIY Ideas!
The garden can be a social hub for family and friends or even an area for peace and quiet, so it’s always important to give
FAQ: Dibond Aluminium Composite
Dibond Aluminium Composite panels (ACM) can also go by the trade name Alucobond, Hylite, Reynobond and Alupanel. It is formed with two thin sheets of
Our Steps to Reduce Plastic Waste
People are becoming more aware of what they need to do to adopt a more sustainable lifestyle to limit the impact of climate change. At
Inspirational Garden Mirror Features
With the country having spent most of the last year confined to their home, we have realised just how important it is to have access
PLEXIGLAS®, proTerra
An innovative material leading the way, PLEXIGLAS®, proTerra PLEXIGLAS® has been on the market for more than 85 years and is helping shape modern living.
Make Stunning Exhibition Display Stands With Foamex PVC Boards
Back in May we were sent some images from some of our customers who used our cut to size acrylic sheeting to create displays for
Product Focus – Acrylic Plastic Magnetic Secondary Glazing Kit
With the winter months just around the corner, you may be looking for an effective way to keep your house warm without cranking up the heating. Our Perspex® acrylic magnetic double glazing kit is a quick and easy way to secondary glaze your existing windows and insulate your home from cold and draughts. What is […]
How To Drill Holes Into Your Acrylic
Once you have chosen your acrylic, arranged for it to be cut to the required size and had it safely delivered, it is time to fix your material into place. Depending on your project, you will have the choice of doing this with adhesives or by drilling holes and using fixings. If you already know […]
What Is Acrylic?
Acrylic is an extremely versatile material that has many uses in business and day to day life. First produced in 1928, it’s benefits often make it more desirable than glass or other products, standing the test of time and constantly becoming useful in different ways. Also known as PMMA, acrylic is made through a process […]
Helping To Make Businesses Covid Secure
During these difficult times of the Covid 19 pandemic, businesses have been forced to adapt to new ways of working in order to keep themselves and their customers safe. This is no easy task, with the need to change layouts, add in signage and create barriers that can effectively prevent the virus from transmitting between […]
How to Clean your Acrylic Panels
Once you have your acrylic panel in place it is important that you are able to retain the flawless look and finish, regardless of any wear and tear that it may receive. You should try to give your acrylic a little more attention than you would give to glass, as scratches can be more noticeable, […]
Using Plastic to Build or Replace Windows
Windows are an important element of any structure, needing to be completed correctly for the sake of security and for keeping out the damp weather conditions. Acrylic is a fantastic material for building new windows or for replacing old broken ones, with a flexibility and strength that glass is not always able to offer. We […]
Top 5 Products for Home Improvements
With many of us having to stay home for the foreseeable future, there is ample time to be getting on with those home improvements and projects that we have previously been putting off. At Cut Plastic Sheeting we are still working to cut and deliver our products during this time, keeping of course to the […]
Using Plastic Sheeting in the Food and Drink Industry
The food and drink industry has strict rules that govern how products can be displayed, in order to keep them in the freshest and most hygienic condition possible until the point of purchase. These food display units need to be carefully constructed to avoid any risk of cross contamination and to prevent any health and […]
Replacement Polycarbonate Panels for Greenhouses and Sheds
With the recent weather being so wet, windy and somewhat depressing, it is inevitable that many of us will have repairs to undertake to roofs, greenhouses and sheds. Whilst it can make our hearts sink to see the destruction that the weather can cause to our homes and gardens, having put so much hard work […]
Using Foamex Foam PVC to Make Race Car / Track Day Door Cards
Fixing up cars is a hobby that many people, young and old, have in common. In particular the trend for working on racing cars has increased, with many forums and YouTube videos available for even the most novice of petrol-heads to follow. You may think that this kind of hobby is expensive and difficult. However, […]
Using Plastic Sheeting to Create Signage
Signage is something that we usually take for granted. If we are looking for a building, a street or the location of something in a store, there is nearly always a sign to point us in the right direction. However, signage can be expensive to produce and can eat heavily into the budget of a […]
Using Clear Acrylic For Wall Protection
As hard as we try, sometimes it is impossible to keep walls and surfaces clear and clean from debris and dirt. After a period of time, such exposure can cause irreversible damage, leading to costly repairs or the need to replace entire sections of plaster, wallpaper and any other unprotected surface. Some of our customers […]
Acrylic Mirror vs Glass Mirror
Using acrylic mirror in place of a glass mirror is becoming an increasingly popular trend for DIY and construction projects. We take a closer look at the acrylic material to see what makes it such a popular alternative and to see whether glass can still be useful. Acrylic Mirror Acrylic mirror is lightweight, making it […]
White Standard Foamex vs Foamex Forex Print
Also known as foamalite, palight, foam PVC and foam board, white foamex is available in a few different versions. Here we take a closer look at Standard White Foamex and Foamex Forex Print in order to see which is best for your task at hand. White Standard Foamex Foamex is a PVC board […]
Aluminium Composite Panels vs Aluminium
When we think of aluminium the words strong and durable come to mind. This makes it suitable for a wide variety of projects, but which type of aluminium is the best? In this months blog we take a look at some of the pros and cons of two variations of the material, comparing them to […]
Foamex vs Dibond
Foamex and Dibond are both popular materials, with many similarities in their characteristics and in their uses. This can make it hard to decide which is better for your particular project, so we take a closer look at each material, to see if there is a way of separating the two in order for them […]
10 Easy Ways to Update your Home with Acrylic Sheeting
Spring is typically the most popular time of year for us to perform DIY and decorating duties around the home. Perhaps because we spend more time indoors during the winter months, hibernating from the cold and rain, we start to look at our decor a little more critically and start wondering what improvements we can […]
How to Remove Scratches from your Plastic
As hard as we try to avoid it, scratching plastic items is sometimes inevitable. Just as with glass and other DIY products, life takes over and we can become careless about how we treat things. That is until we notice a big scratch on the surface and we kick ourselves for becoming complacent. So is […]
The Benefits of Using Plastic Sheeting in DIY
Using plastic sheeting in DIY projects is becoming an increasingly popular idea. It is now common in both residential and commercial settings, for large and small jobs that might normally have been completed using glass. We take a look at the benefits of using plastic sheeting as a base material and ask whether it is […]
Using Acrylic Mirror Sheet For Horse Stable Mirrors
Unless familiar with caring for horses; if asked to list all of the things you’d expect to find in a horses’ stable, very few people would come back with a mirror. A saddle, a trough and plenty of horse-poo perhaps, but a mirror? – That being said, when you understand the psychological benefits for horses […]
Using White Dibond for A Basketball Backboard
If you’ve never heard of dibond before, you won’t be alone. Yet you’ve probably seen it. Used it. Even touched it. Dibond is a special material made of aluminium composite; it consists of two sheets of the aluminium with a sheet of plastic in between. Coated with a special lacquer, this material can be printed […]
Using Anti-Reflective Acrylic For Picture Framing
Picture framing, whether for a hobby or as a profession, has a lot of benefits. It’s relaxing, it’s creative, it makes people happy to have their treasured images framed beautifully, and it focuses the mind and keeps it active. It’s not something that everyone has the skill or the patience to do, but if you […]
How To Make Mirrored Wardrobe Doors
Do you want to give your wardrobe doors a revamp? It is an easy and simple home improvement that will turn your plain wardrobe in to mirrored wardrobe doors. Not only is it handy for you to check your outfit before leaving the house but having mirrors in a room really opens it out and […]
Improve Shed Window Security with Polycarbonate Secondary Glazing
Improve shed window security with polycarbonate. If home is where the heart is, then the garden shed must be central to this domestic comfort. Cliches will have you believe that the humble shed is dad’s retreat, a last refuge where he may seek solace and store his treasured tools. In truth, a secure garden […]
Making an Infinity Mirror with Two Way Acrylic
Ever feel that you need to create the impression of extra space at home? Want to add a quirky feature to your furnishings? Then building your own LED infinity mirror is just the project for you. Whether displayed as an infinity mirror table or as an artistic twist to a bathroom mirror, infinity mirrors give […]
High Gloss Acrylic For Kitchen Splashbacks
High Gloss Acrylic is a great glass alternative for kitchen splash backs. High Gloss Acrylic Sheet provides you with a luxury, high quality finish. It is designed by having a layer of vibrant colour permanently printed on to one side of the crystal clear acrylic. This results in a brilliantly reflective and high gloss finish […]
Laser Cutting In To Acrylic Perspex
Laser cutting in to a variety of materials is becoming increasingly popular, most often used within industrial manufacturing companies the laser cutter is starting to make its way over to small design businesses, artists and schools as well as being a sought after piece of equipment within universities for art and design students. Using a […]
Raspberry Pi Magic Mirror Project Gallery
At Cut Plastic Sheeting we love to see our materials being used in clever and creative ways. One of our favourite uses for two-way mirror is to create a magic mirror powered by the tiny and affordable Raspberry Pi computer. Most people only know about two-way mirrors from the interrogation rooms in crime dramas. They […]
Dibond Painting Substrate: The Ideal Art Surface?
A poor painter should never blame their tools, however only with the right materials can an artist truly realise their vision. For artists looking for a new surface to work on, Dibond painting substrate is quickly becoming a popular choice, not only for its stiffness, but also due to its supreme smoothness and the superb results of its graphic […]
A Guide To Plastic – Perspex Cut To Size
Renowned worldwide as a superior alternative to glass, Perspex is a clear plastic material with a wide range of properties and potential applications. Though many people know the name ‘Perspex’, it is actually not the name of the material at all, but rather a manufacturing brand. What we know as Perspex is actually ‘Polymethyl methacrylate’, […]
How To Build A Drinks Bar With Acrylic
Over ten times stronger than glass and available in a range of different colours and finishes, acrylic plastic is the ideal material for fabricating bar tops and bar shelves. Acrylic is an easy material to work with and can can be cut to size using common household tools, not to mention it can be installed […]
Specialist Engineering Plastics Vs Metals
From as far back as 3300BC – at the dawn of the bronze age – the human race has relied on metallic materials to assist them in their day to day lives. Despite its long history of use, we are still finding new uses for the metals we have access to and new alloys are […]
Video: How To Transform Your Kitchen Using Acrylic Perspex Door Fronts
Having your kitchen fully refurbished can be an expensive undertaking, and as much as you might crave a re-design, for many people it’s an extravagant expense that is simply not feasible. Our coloured acrylic kitchen door fronts are an affordable solution to this problem as not only do they look great, they are also easy […]
DIY Guide – How To Fit An Acrylic Kitchen Splashback
Two of the most frequently asked questions we get at Cut Plastic Sheeting are “how easy is it to fit an acrylic kitchen splashback?” and “how do I install an acrylic splashback in my kitchen?”. The answer is simple: fitting one of our cut-to-size plastic kitchen splashbacks is an incredibly straight forward process, especially if you […]
The 5 Most Common Plastics & Their Everyday Uses
Despite being all but unheard of until the 1920’s, plastic materials have effectively permeated every aspect of modern day life, from the microchips in your computer to the bags you carry your shopping in. The reason why it seems like plastic can be used just about everywhere is that it is not actually just one […]
21 Facts About Recycling Plastics
Plastics are amongst the most versatile and commonly used materials in the world, and whilst no one can deny the profound impact they have had on the last 100 years of human history, our reliance on the various forms of plastic has made developing an efficient method of plastic recycling essential. We have come a […]
Using Acrylic To Build Aquariums & Fish Tanks
The ideal material for Aquariums and fish tanks, acrylic is sturdy, durable, waterproof, and has the same crystal clear transparency as glass so that you can watch your fish as they go about their day. Even more importantly, sheets of acrylic can be bonded together through various methods, and once they have been, the area […]
What is Nylon?
First produced in 1935, Nylon is one of the most common plastics in the world and has been used to create everything from clothes and parachutes to food packaging and guitar strings. Nylon can also be used in conjunction with other materials, such as glass and carbon fibre, as its wide range of qualities are […]
The Benefits Of PETG
Polyethylene Terephthalate Glycol-Modified (also known as PETG, PETE or PET to its friends) hits something of a middle ground between acrylic and polycarbonate and therefore it is probably best to look at it in relation to the two, as well as independently. Needless to say if PETG is capable of going up against these two […]
Video: What Is Foamex PVC Foam Board?
Part of our new Plastic Spotlight YouTube collection, these videos detail the properties of Foamex PVC Foam Board and how to work it correctly, in a way that is concise, detailed and easy to follow. Transcription: Hi there. My name’s Ian, I’m from a company called Cut Plastics, and I’m just going to run through […]
Winter Preparation: Perspex Shed Windows
A house is often relatively safe from leaks or external damage, as when an issue occurs it will be flagged up and addressed almost as soon as they happen by those who live there. This however is not the case with garden fixtures, especially not the shed; which is often left cluttered, unorganised and, for […]
Winter Preparation: Polycarbonate Greenhouse Panels
If you have a greenhouse, or are thinking about getting one, it is safe to assume that you are more than just a dabbler when it comes to cultivating your own plants or vegetables. Sadly the British climate is not always ideal when it comes growing all-year round, which is why having a quality greenhouse […]
Draught-Proof Your Home With Acrylic
A house, like the human body, is a sum of its parts; something happening in one room can often have an effect on another. This is obvious in certain instances, for example a loud TV in the lounge might impair the silence of the bedroom above and a hot hob or few in the kitchen […]
Backlighting With Frosted Acrylic Panels
At Cut Plastic Sheeting we are fortunate in that a lot of our customers tell us, or sometimes brag, about the projects that they have been able to carry out and complete using our materials. Needless to say, we love all of our material, and therefore all of these projects, equally; and we know that […]
Make Stunning Exhibition Display Stands With Foamex PVC
Back in May we were sent some images from some of our customers who used our cut to size acrylic sheeting to create displays for upcoming exhibitions. We understand better than anyone the versatility of acrylic, but even we were astonished by how well suited it seemed to be; and inspired us to write all […]
How To Glue Polycarbonate
Despite being almost 30 times more sturdy than glass and extremely resilient to damage, you cannot simply adhere two pieces of Polycarbonate together using regular solvents, as this will cause the material to craze. Crazing occurs when the bonds that hold the material together at a microscopic level are damaged or broken, causing the material […]
Why Acrylic Is Perfect For Exhibition Display Boards
Anyone who has ever been to an exhibition will be able to attest to the extreme hustle and bustle that fills the hall right from start to finish. There are hundreds, sometimes thousands of people weaving in, out and around of each other, trying to see everything that the event has to offer during its […]
How To Make An Acrylic Table Protector
Whether it is in the dining room, kitchen, lounge or bedroom, wooden furniture has the uncanny knack of being able to bring out the best in a space by complimenting the room’s other features. Sadly, wooden furniture is notoriously easy to scratch and stain, leading to them quickly accumulating damage and loosing their aesthetic charm. This is […]
What Is Dibond & How Can It Be Used?
When asked ‘What is Dibond’ there are a number of possible answers, all of which are different but true. Dibond can be summed up simply as an extremely rigid yet lightweight material which excels at indoor or outdoor signage, as well as in the fabrication of various temporary or semi-permanent installations. But that is a […]
How To Install Acrylic Sheets: The Installation Process
Continuing on from our previous article ‘Preparing for installation‘ we shall now be detailing to you the best method of installing acrylic sheets onto a substrate surface. To quickly recap, ensure that both your acrylic and substrate are properly readied, and that all the machining has been fully carried out; if you have not done […]
How To Glue Acrylic Edges With Acrylic Cement
Gluing acrylic sheets on to other acrylic surfaces, or surfaces made from other material for that matter, is not as simple or as straight forward as it sounds. This is not to say that it is difficult or arduous in anyway, but you will need to meet several specific conditions before you can go ahead […]
How To Install Acrylic Sheets: Preparing For Installation
Installing acrylic sheets can seem complicated at a glance, and compared to sticking a poster on a wall with some blue tack it probably is. That is no reason to be put off though; just follow our guide’s instructions and there is no way you can go wrong. This part of the guide is about […]
How To Smooth & Polish Acrylic Edges
Above: Un-polished acrylic edge as it is after being cut by a saw Above: Perfectly clear edge after polishing Being an extremely versatile material acrylic can be used for any number of projects and in many different ways. It is safe to assume that different facets of acrylic’s resume will be focused upon, depending […]
How To Build A Cold Frame
During the winter months it is essential to protect seedlings, new plants or those susceptible to frost, from the cold. While it is perfectly acceptable to take them indoors, this is often impractical. There is another popular solution that is cost-effective, doesn’t take up too much space, and is extremely efficient at keeping plants warm […]
New Product: Perspex Spectrum LED Light Diffusing Acrylic
LED (Light Emitting Diodes) lighting solutions have been growing in popularity for many years now and are continuing to show signs of increasing popularity. This is no doubt due to the aesthetic, cost and environmental benefits intrinsic to LEDs that so many other light sources sadly lack. The growing popularity of LED lighting presents an […]
Acrylic Vs. Polycarbonate
Often seen as direct competitors, acrylic and polycarbonate do have a lot in common at face value and do occasionally bump into each other whilst performing the same tasks. But how can you pick between the two when at a glance you may not be able to differentiate between the two? The answer is straight […]
Plastic: Why & How It Is Recycled
You may not realise it but we are living in a plastic society. Nearly everything contains plastic, the clothes you are wearing, the screen you are reading this on, the car you use to drive around in; plastic is everywhere. But what happens to these things once they are no longer needed? The answer may […]
DIY Project Idea: Lightbox with Opal Frosted Acrylic
We recently received a fantastic email from one of our customers letting us know all about how they used a sheet of our opal frosted acrylic to create a custom made lightbox, and we thought it would be a great idea to share the photos and the DIY project with you! First, a hole was […]
Why Use Acrylic Mirror?
Our mirrored acrylic is among the most asked after products on our site, but just what can it be used for, and why should it be used instead of glass? Impact resistant, light weight and cost effective are a few of the key reasons you could be opting for Acrylic mirror instead of glass! We find glass […]
FAQ: Does Acrylic Plastic Look Like Glass?
Many people use clear plastic sheet as an alternative to glass for many different reasons. It might be to take advantage of the low weight of plastic compared to glass, or for safety reasons but even where practicality is the chief concern there may still be a need for the aesthetic of glass to be […]
DIY Project: Cut Plastic Freezer Shelves
A great idea for an easy DIY project recently came to our attention, so we thought we’d share it with you in a blog! A number of our cut plastic materials can be used effectively at very low temperatures – making them perfect for use in freezers. Keeping a commercial or a domestic freezer organised […]
Child Proofing with Clear Plastic
For families with children of all ages, many cut plastic materials can be put to use in the home to make child-proofing simple, affordable and very effective. One of the great advantages of clear acrylic is that it is completely shatterproof. Unlike glass, it will not splinter if it is dropped and it is terrifically […]
Using Acrylic with Other Materials
Acrylic is a versatile sheet plastic material which can be used in all kinds of domestic and commercial projects. But how well does it work with other materials such as glass, wood, metal and other plastics? In this guide we are going to tackle this big question and go through some tips of how to […]
FAQ: How Weather Resistant is Clear Acrylic?
Some of the most common queries about our clear acrylic sheeting are about the weather resistance of the material. Acrylic is used for many outdoor projects – including as replacement panels for shed windows and greenhouses – and it is therefore very important to know how long the material is expected to last in high […]
Our Top 5 Bathroom Cladding Ideas
Stylish. Classy. Colourful. Just three of the words that can be used to describe modern bathroom wall cladding. Most commonly made out of PVC, it adds a long-lasting and glossy finish to any room and is especially suited to the unique conditions found in the average bathroom. Becoming an increasingly common form of decorating, UPVC […]
Installing Polycarbonate Greenhouse Panels
Now the warmer weather has finally arrived here in the UK, plenty of people are getting back out into the garden and tidying things up in preparation for the summer. If you’ve been a little late in getting out and tidying up after the cold and wet winter, it’s not too late to transform your […]
Expert Guide: How to Cut Acrylic Perspex
One of the key benefits of acrylic Perspex in many practical and aesthetic applications – beyond its strength, impact resistance and incredible clarity – is how easy it is to work with. Acrylic sheets may be cut with standard workshop equipment including hand saws and power saws, and Perspex dowel or blocks may be machined […]
Corrugated Plastic for Rabbit Hutches
Corrugated plastic – also known as fluted polypropylene or Correx – is most commonly used as a mounting board or as a lightweight and weather resistant material for use in signage. It combines the durability of polypropylene with a structurally sound and lightweight fluted structure, resulting in a versatile and rigid material that can be […]
Modernise Office Space with Clear Acrylic
Whether you work from a home office or run a busy space full of employees, keeping it well organised and tidy is essential for productivity and creating a healthy working environment. Here at Cut Plastic Sheeting we have a number of products made from high strength clear acrylic sheet which are perfect for dividing and […]
Polycarbonate vs. PETG
Our most popular products are often our cut to size clear plastic sheets, so today I thought I’d blog about our two high performance clear plastics and their unique advantages in certain applications. Both of these materials are championed for their toughness and great optical clarity. These key features make them ideal replacements for standard […]
Splashbacks Acrylic vs. Glass
If your kitchen is looking as drab as the weather, why not consider giving it a new lease of life with a modern and colourful Splashback. An inexpensive way to brighten up the home, Splashbacks are now favoured over the more traditional tile surfaces we chose in the 1990’s, and most interior designers recommend these […]
Decorative Coloured Acrylic For Interiors
Who would have thought that a simple material like coloured acrylic sheets would have such a huge impact on interior designers and architects? A high gloss and decorative material, coloured acrylic sheets can give the appearance of coloured glass, but as they are lightweight, durable and impact resistant, modern architects have less installation restrictions […]
Acrylic & Perspex Mountings, Fixings and Accessories
Once you have ordered your acrylic, Perspex, Dibond or Foamex materials, you are going to need a great selection of panel mounting, fixings and accessories to install it into place. While there are many DIY and Home Improvement stores where you can purchase these items, getting the right materials for the job can be a […]
Properties of Foamex Foam PVC Board
At this time of year Foamex Boards are in demand as businesses attend Christmas Markets and need high quality advertising boards that they can move from one location to another. Strong, durable and lightweight, Foamex boards are suitable for a whole range of visual displays and presentations, and as they print exceptionally well, many companies […]
Bespoke Acrylic Splashbacks
Placed behind your sink, an acrylic Splashback will protect your walls from water damage, and keeping them clean is a breeze! Unlike tiles, acrylic Splashbacks are installed in one complete piece, so there are no unsightly joins or gaps for bacteria to collect in. A simple solution of soap and water will remove any food […]
FAQ – Acrylic Splashbacks
If you are installing a new kitchen, an acrylic Splashbacks is vital if you want to stay ‘on trend’. Modern, colourful and adding that ‘designer effect’, acrylic Splashbackshave changed the way we decorate our kitchens today, and are the easiest way to update a tired looking room and dated cabinets. What are Acrylic Splashbacks? Acrylic […]
Roofing & Cladding with Aluminium Composite Panels
If your garage is in need of updating or repair, consider using bespoke aluminium composite panels for the job. A relatively modern material, aluminium composite is now utilised for a variety of applications in building and construction, as it lends itself exceptionally well to walling, framing, cladding and roofing installations. Sustainable and energy efficient, aluminium […]
Repair your Greenhouse with Clear Acrylic
While the weather has been unseasonably warm, it does not take away the fact that we will soon be in winter. Not one to knock this glorious sunshine, I think it is the perfect opportunity to prepare our garden for the winter months, starting with the greenhouse. When you think about it, our greenhouses have […]
Clear Acrylic Sheet – A Shelving Solution
If you are thinking about putting up a few shelves but are not sure what material to use, why not consider clear acrylic sheet for the job. A great, lightweight material, it blends in perfectly with any type of décor and gives you a clear view of the items displayed on the shelf, from all […]
Ten facts about Foamex
Foamex sheeting is widely used for a variety of signage and creative projects. For those new to this versatile material, we share some of our Foamex knowledge with you: Foamex is a brand name, for expanded vinyl material. Foamex sheeting is made when PVC foam is compressed to create a strong board. Rigid and hardwearing, […]
The perfect way to mount Acrylic Mirrors.
Acrylic mirrors will add a stunning display to any part of your home, office or even your garden. Resistant to impact and shatter proof, acrylic mirrors are approximately 100 times stronger than glass, but still offer superb reflection. Installing them in your home or office is easy, they can be custom sized to meet your […]
How To Clean Your Acrylic Mirrors
Acrylic Mirror is widely uses as a glass mirror replacement due to its impact resistance and shatterproof qualities as well as it’s great value for money. Easy to work with, acrylic mirror can be cut to size with almost any conventional tool, while its lightweight qualities let you mount it to any surface with […]
Thermoforming Foamex
Thermoforming is a plastic manufacturing process, where plastic materials are heated to a pliable temperature and formed into usable objects with a mould. Vacuum, air pressure and mechanical forming devices are used during this process, to assist the softened plastic reform into the new shape of the mould. Thermoforming is achieved at a variety of […]
Making an Acrylic Mirror Ball
I was recently surprised when my daughter asked if I could help her make a mirror ball for her bedroom. To many of us, a mirror ball takes us back to the Disco’s of the 70’s and the fashion that went with it (not a good thought!), so I was quite surprised to learn that […]
Shaping and Mounting Foamex
Foamex or Foam board is perhaps the most popular material used for signage and creative projects. A form of PVC, Foamex sheets are created when plastic foam is compressed to form a rigid board. Strong and lightweight, it has a perfectly flat surface that makes it ideal for printing on or painting. One of the […]
Acrylic Sheeting – make it Frosted!
Whether remodelling or updating your bathroom, home or office, you should consider frosted acrylic for all your glazing needs. Also known as Perspex or Plexiglas, acrylic sheeting is now widely used for all indoor glazing applications due to its lightweight properties and impact resistant qualities. Acrylic sheet takes on a “frosted” look when both sides […]
How to mount Cut Plastic, Acrylic and Foamex
Cut plastic is one of the easy materials to work with, be it Acrylic, Foamex or Perspex; it can be cut, drilled, sawn or formed with heat to give you the best possible finish. As all of the above-mentioned materials are extremely lightweight (when compared to glass or wooden alternatives) they are relatively easy to […]
Acrylic vs. Glass Glazing
Acrylic is almost shatterproof, it is extremely resistant to impact and has even been known to withstand an earthquake (not that we get many of those in the UK – but you never know!) A fragile material, we know that glass shatters easily and can be difficult to transport. Broken glass is an extremely hazardous […]
What is Dibond?
Dibond is the brand name of brushed Aluminium composite sheeting. Other common names include Dilite, Dibond Digital and Raybond. Lightweight and rigid, this cut plastic material consists of a flexible polyethylene core covered with a thin aluminium sheet on each side, and is finished with a high quality lacquer that guarantees perfect printing. What […]
Acrylic Sheet – What is Diamond Polishing?
We currently offer Diamond Polishing on all of our Acrylic Sheets, and for those who are not familiar with the process; we answer some of our most common questions: What is Diamond Polishing? To achieve Diamond Polishing your pre-cut Acrylic sheets pass through a specially designed machine. Sharp, fast-rotating diamonds run over the edges of […]
Foamex vs. Acrylic
Many of our clients have asked what differences are between Foamex and Acrylic, and which material would be best for making a sign or display. While both of these materials are perfect for use in both applications, there are a few minor differences in their composition to consider before making your final decision. Foamex has […]
Acrylic Sheet – Extruded or Cast?
When choosing Acrylic sheet for your next project you need to consider which type of Acrylic is the most suitable for that particular job – Cast Acrylic or the lower cost alternative Extruded Acrylic. So what are the differences between Extruded Acrylic and Cast Acrylic sheets? The differences are few and far between, but they can […]
Mirrored Acrylic vs. Polycarbonate Mirrors
With so many different types of materials available to us today, how do we know which material we should use for which project? Prices can vary greatly so you need to make sure that you are choosing the right mirrored plastic for the job at hand. Here we list some comparisons between Mirrored Acrylic and Polycarbonate […]
What is Foamex?
Here we take a look at Foamex, what it is and what it is used for. What is Foamex? Foamex is a superior quality, extremely versatile PVC foam sheet that is fabrication friendly. It is easy to bend, cut, drill and glue and you can print on it. What is it used for? Foamex […]
The benefits of building your Greenhouse with Acrylic sheeting.
At this time of year we start thinking about our gardens, and perhaps this year it’s time to build a new Greenhouse? What materials you should use depend entirely on the space you have available and the location of your greenhouse. Here we take a look at the advantages of using acrylic sheeting over glass. […]